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UEC testing new engine for Tu-160M2

Posted on October 9, 2017October 8, 2017 by alert5

The new NK-32 02 series engine for the modernized Tu-160M2 strategic bomber is undergoing testing by United Engine Corporation, TASS reports.

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Portugal deploys 4 F-16s to Romania

Posted on October 8, 2017October 8, 2017 by alert5

Four F-16s from the Portuguese Air Force have been in Romania since Sept. 18 for exercise Falcon Defense 2017.

Photo: NATO/Matos Pires
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Overhaul of Admiral Kuznetsov affected by budget cuts

Posted on October 8, 2017October 8, 2017 by alert5

According to Interfax, the Russia military has decided to cut the budget for the overhaul and modernization of aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov.

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USAF overhauling the ALCS

Posted on October 8, 2017October 6, 2017 by alert5

The U.S. Air Force has selected both Lockheed Martin and Rockwell Collins for the upgrade of the Airborne Launch Control System (ALCS). The ALCS allows the U.S. Navy’s E-6B to launch ground-based intercontinental ballistic missiles via radio.

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USAF gradates the 500th F-35 pilot

Posted on October 8, 2017October 6, 2017 by alert5

Eglin Air Force Base has trained and graduated the 500th F-35 pilot on Sept. 19. Maj. Chris Campbell was previously a F-16 test pilot before he converted to the F-35 at the 33rd Fighter Wing this summer.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Michael Slotten, 61st Fighter Squadron F-35 student pilot, climbs into an F-35 Lighting II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., July 7, 2017. Slotten dropped GBU-12 Paveway II bombs for his first time from the F-35 during training at the Barry M Goldwater Range. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jensen Stidham)