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Japan successfully launched an intelligence-gathering radar satellite aboard an H2A rocket on September 26, marking a significant step in its space-based surveillance capabilities.
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Azerbaijan says it has integrated JF-17C (Block-III) multirole fighter jets into its Air Force, marking a significant upgrade to its combat capabilities. President Ilham Aliyev inspected the new aircraft on Sept. 25 at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, coinciding with the 5th Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition (ADEX-2024) in Baku.
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The U.S. Air Force is exploring geopressured geothermal systems (GGS) as a potential solution for energy resilience at its installations. In a move that could reshape base power generation, the flying branch has awarded a $1.9 million contract to Sage Geosystems for a demonstration project in Texas.
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Raytheon, an RTX business, has delivered the first AN/TPY-2 radar equipped with a full Gallium Nitride (GaN) array to Saudi Arabia. The company announced the delivery on Sept. 25, marking progress in the Kingdom’s missile defense program. This radar, a key component of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, represents an advancement in ballistic missile detection technology, offering superior energy efficiency, reduced weight, and increased power output compared to its predecessors..
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China is poised to unveil a new fighter jet at the upcoming Zhuhai Airshow, marking another milestone in Beijing’s rapidly advancing military aviation program. The 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, slated for November 12-17, promises to be a showcase of the country’s latest aerospace muscle.
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