The U.S. Navy successfully demonstrated the dual targeting capability of the Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) C-1 recently.
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Oerlikon Skyshield sold to unidentified Asian customer
Rheinmetall has sold its Oerlikon Skyshield to an unidentified customer in Asia. The contract encompasses six systems, together with integrated MANPADS for surface-to-air missiles
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GBU-53/B SDB II fit check on F-35 done
The U.S. Air Force and Raytheon successfully completed a fit check of the GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb II on the F-35.
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Embraer to modernize Brazilian Air Force EMB 145 AEW&C
Embraer Defense and Security and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) signed a contract to modernize five EMB 145 AEW&C for $215 million.
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Group wants to bring USS Forrestal to Pensacola
A group is trying to bring decommissioned aircraft carrier USS Forrestal to Pensacola.
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