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Japanese pilots will soon head to Luke AFB for F-35A training

Posted on January 15, 2016January 15, 2016 by alert5

In an extensive interview with Flight Global, the commanding officer of the 56th Fighter Wing said he is looking forward to seeing Japanese pilots arrive at Luke Air Force Base to learn how to fly the F-35A.

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French Defense Minister says Rafale deal with India not finalized yet

Posted on January 15, 2016January 15, 2016 by alert5

Speaking to BFM TV, French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said the deal to sell 36 Rafales to India is not finalized yet, contrary to reports coming out from India.

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Mabus called for efforts to accelerate FMS process

Posted on January 15, 2016 by alert5

U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus said the current Foreign Military Sale (FMS) procedure “is long torturous process” and “very frustrating process for all parties involved.”

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Raytheon given $85 million contract to deliver Griffin A and B Block II/III missiles

Posted on January 15, 2016January 15, 2016 by alert5

The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida has given Raytheon a $85.5 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for Griffin A and B Block II/III missiles.

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