The Super Hornet could one day launch the ScanEagle UAV and let the drone collect the data with the fighter at a safe distance.
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Ordnance Technologies suing Raytheon over Lancer Multi-Effects Warhead System
Ordnance Technologies, a company based in California, has accused Raytheon for stealing trade secrets involving the Lancer Multi-Effects Warhead System.
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A-10s have landed in Estonia
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has arrived in Estonia for the first time as the Michigan Air National Guard brought their jets there for Saber Strike 2012.
National Guard photo by SSgt. Rachel Barton
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Identities of two PLAAF female pilots shortlisted for upcoming Shenzhou flight revealed
One of two PLAAF woman pilots will enter history books this month as the first woman astronaut from China when Shenzhou 9 lifts off. The two pilots identities are now revealed.
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F-35 scrap rate at 16 percent
The Pentagon says the scrap, rework and repair rate of the F-35 is currently at 16 percent, much higher than on other military aircraft programs at similar stages of production.
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