USS Harry S. Truman’s recent COMPTUEX saw the participation of B-1B bombers from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron is using the opportunity to develop JMD tactics, techniques and procedures.
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Angola Air Force receives first three A-29 Super Tucanos
Embraer Defense and Security has delivered the first three light attack and advanced training A-29 Super Tucano turboprops to the National Air Force of Angola.
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Iraq, Bahrain interested in AH-1Z and UH-1Y
Industry sources say Iraq is interested to buy 24 AH-1Z helicopters for the Iraqi Army and 6-8 UH-1Y for its Navy. Bahrain is also looking at purchasing 14 AH-1Z attack helicopters.
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Lockheed Martin to inspect fueldraulic lines for improper crimping in the U.S.
Lockheed Martin will likely send suspected fueldraulic lines for the F-35B for testing in the U.S. instead of shipping back to England.
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F-35’s reduced sustained turn performance and reduced transonic acceleration could affect combat performance
A number of highly experienced fighter pilots consulted by Flightglobal said the reduced performance specifications for the F-35 could affect combat operations.
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