Russia may turn to Ukraine’s Motor Sich as an engine source for its UAVs. Russia’s Vega CEO said there is a shortfall in engines and both sides are discussing a deal.
RAF No. 70 Squadron stood down
The RAF No. 70 squadron stood down on Sept. 8 after operating the C-130K for 35 years.
Essex ARG Begins Exercise Valiant Shield 2010
The Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) will participate in the integrated joint training exercise, Valiant Shield 2010 (VS10), Sept. 12-21 off the coast of Palau and ending in Guam.
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USAF to retire T-43
Sept. 17 will be the last official flight of the U.S. Air Force’s Boeing T-43 at Randolph Air Force Base.
Griffin operational in Afganistan?
Newsweek reports that a source in Pakistan told the magazine that the Predator UAV now fires two types of missiles in the theater – the Hellfire and the other is most likely Raytheon’s new Griffin missile.