Sapphire, Canada’s space-based electro-optical satellite for tracking man-made space objects in high Earth orbit, was carried into space by an Indian rocket on Feb. 25.
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USAF again selects Super Tucano for Afghan Air Force
The U.S. Air Force has again selected Sierra Nevada Corp. to provide 20 Super Tucano light support aircraft for the Afghan Air Force.
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YouTube: Liaoning tested weapon systems on way to Qingdao
Aircraft carrier Liaoning had the opportunity to test its on board weapon systems during the transit from Dalian to Qingdao on Feb. 26.
Pratt & Whitney says titanium parts from supplier might not meet requirements
Pratt & Whitney said Tuesday that titanium parts supplied by Western Titanium may not meet “raw material specification requirements.”
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Solo flights for first six F-35 students delayed
With the F-35 still grounded with an engine issue, the first class of six F-35 pilots will have to postpone making their first flights scheduled next week.
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