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Lockheed Martin test pilot claims F-35 can outfly Super Hornet and Eurofighter

Posted on February 8, 2013 by alert5

A Lockheed Martin test pilot claims all three models of the F-35 can perform better than the Eurofighter and Super Hornet while carrying a combat load.

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Indian Air Force rejects Iron Dome

Posted on February 8, 2013 by alert5

Head of the Indian Air Force, Chief Air Marshal A K Browne, told reporters that his service was offered the Iron Dome missile system two years ago but found it unsuitable.

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Israel to ask U.S. for V-22

Posted on February 8, 2013 by alert5

Chief of the Israeli Defense Force Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, on a working trip to the United States, is expected to ask Washington for approval to buy the V-22.

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