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Australia announces acquisition of 20 new C-130Js

Posted on July 24, 2023 by alert5

In a significant move to enhance its defense capabilities, the Albanese Government of Australia has announced the purchase of 20 new C-130J Hercules aircraft for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) at a cost of $9.8 billion. The acquisition aims to modernize the Air Force’s fleet, providing state-of-the-art C-130 Hercules to meet the nation’s air transport needs for the future.

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Indian Air Force considers A400M, C-130J, and C395 for Medium Transport Aircraft Replacement

Posted on July 24, 2023 by alert5

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.

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Watch JGSDF test-fire the Type 12 SSM in Australia for the first time

Posted on July 23, 2023 by alert5

USS Lexington Museum hands over WWII Good Luck Flag to Japanese soldier’s family

Posted on July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 by alert5

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

Posted on July 19, 2023 by alert5

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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