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The P-8A Poseidon Integrated Test Team (ITT) successfully completed ground testing of air-to-air refueling using the boom receptacle over a seven-day period from May 11.
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Photo: Boeing
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The U.S. Navy has declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the Block 2 version of the Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) on May 15.
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Airbus Helicopters’ H145M has been certified by the European EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) airworthiness authority, clearing the way for the military type approval and initial deliveries.
Five students and three instructors from the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School traveled to Textron Aviation’s Wichita, Kansas facilities to evaluate the Scorpion jet and AT-6 light attack aircraft.
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Photo: Business Wire
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