The crash of a RCAF CT155 Hawk at 15 Wing Moose Jaw in 2008 was cause by a catastrophic engine failure after a blade broke off.
Continue reading “Engine blade detachment cause of RCAF CT-155 Hawk crash in 2008”
Pentagon investigating GE-AVIC avionics venture
The Pentagon will start an interagency review of the deal between GE and the Aviation Industry Corp. of China for avionics equipment.
Continue reading “Pentagon investigating GE-AVIC avionics venture”
RAF to utilize BAe 146s in Afghanistan
To meet a shortfall in its air transport activities in Afghanistan, the Royal Air Force will acquire and modify two used BAe 146s.
[thumb]http://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/raf-to-fly-second-hand-bae-146s-in-afghanistan-366796/[/thumb]
Wildcat begins sea trials with HMS Iron Duke
The AgustaWestland AW159 naval helicopter is going to sea with HMS Iron Duke next month in the English Channel.
[thumb]http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/EquipmentAndLogistics/WildcatBeginsSeaTrialsWithIronDuke.htm[/thumb]
![14302218[1]](http://alert5.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/143022181-500x387.jpg)
![14302217[1]](http://alert5.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/143022171-500x387.jpg)