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Innovating flight instrumentation for B-52 : Human Factors integration takes center stage

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A dedicated team of experts from the Global Power Bombers Combined Test Force has embarked on an ambitious journey to enhance the B-52 Stratofortress’ flight instrumentation due to the B-52 Stratofortress Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP). As part of this endeavor, the team is delving into the realm of human factors integration, aiming to equip air crews with advanced tools to navigate and control this legendary bomber more effectively.


U.S. Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem
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Guarding the skies: 1st Cavalry Division’s advanced C-sUAS initiatives

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As technology evolves, so do the threats in the modern battlefield. The rise of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) has brought about new challenges, leading to innovative solutions to counter their potential risks. The U.S. Army’s 1st Cavalry Division is at the forefront of this effort, taking a significant step to equip itself with advanced Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) equipment. This move aims to enhance the division’s capability to detect, identify, and neutralize small UAS threats effectively.


U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Cheyne Hanoski
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Netherlands expands MQ-9A fleet to 8 aircraft

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In a strategic move aimed at bolstering its surveillance and security capabilities, the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) has announced its decision to double its fleet of MQ-9A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from four to eight. The MQ-9A Reapers, designed and developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), are poised to play a pivotal role in the RNLAF’s operations.

An MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle comes in for a landing at Joint Base Balad, Iraq, Nov. 20. Reapers are remotely piloted and can linger over battlefields, providing persistent strike capabilities to ground force commanders. This Reaper is deployed to the 46th Expeditionary Reconnaissance and Attack Squadron from Creech Air Force Base, Nev.

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Poland cleared to buy up to 96 AH-64E attack helicopters

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In a significant move to enhance its defense capabilities, the Government of Poland has set forth plans to acquire a fleet of AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters along with associated equipment. This decision, with an estimated cost of $12.0 billion, has received approval from the U.S. State Department and aims to bolster Poland’s security posture while aligning with the nation’s foreign policy goals.

Col. Shane Finison, commander of the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade, flies an AH-64E Apache helicopter near Tacoma, Wash. on Jul. 11, 2022. This was the final flight for Col. Finison as the brigade commander. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Kyle Abraham, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade)

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