The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently evaluating proposals for a Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) to replace its aging fleet of transport planes. The Request for Information (RFI) issued by the IAF seeks a capable MTA with a carrying capacity ranging from 18 to 30 tonnes. The deadline for submissions was extended recently to accommodate potential contenders. Among the aircraft vying for this critical contract are the A400M, C-130J, and C395.
Watch JGSDF test-fire the Type 12 SSM in Australia for the first time
USS Lexington Museum hands over WWII Good Luck Flag to Japanese soldier’s family
A poignant moment unfolded on Jul. 20 as the USS Lexington Museum in Texas handed over a historical artifact—a Good Luck Flag—belonging to a Japanese soldier who lost his life during World War II. The flag, covered with signatures of Shigeyoshi Mutsuda, his family, and friends, was on display at the Corpus Christi museum for 29 years before being entrusted to the Obon Society, a nonprofit organization that specializes in returning similar flags, considered non-biological human remains, to the families of fallen Japanese service members.
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U.S. Army successfully tests Visual Based Navigation for enhanced positioning in challenging environments
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center (AvMC) achieved a significant milestone with the successful test of its Visual Based Navigation (VBN) system. Drawing inspiration from the Transcontinental Airway System, which revolutionized flight a century ago, VBN takes on a more dynamic role in today’s era.
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Japan to fire Type 12 SSM at Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023
Japanese forces are set to deploy their state-of-the-art Type 12 Surface-to-Ship missile (SSM) in Australian waters for the first time, as part of the upcoming Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023. The live fire demonstration, scheduled to take place at the Jervis Bay weapons range, marks a significant milestone in the growing military relationship between Japan and Australia. This event also highlights the expanded cooperation between the two nations and the United States, with the aim of maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
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