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Successful qualification of the first full-capable NVIS simulator device worldwide

First full-capable NVIS simulator device. (RotorSky) The simulator received initial qualification for FTD 1 from Austrocontrol in January 2025 RotorSky announced on February 4 their new addition to its fleet of training devices – an EASA qualified FTD to be operated at their headquarter at Linz international airport (LOWL). The simulator was defined by RotorSky […]

Embraer celebrates 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 Millennium

KC-390 – first flight. (Ricardo Beccari@) With its cutting-edge technology, exceptional range, and versatility, the KC-390 Millennium has solidified its position as a game-changer, expanding its customer’s operational capabilities On February 3, Embraer celebrated 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 Millennium, the next-generation multi-mission tactical transport aircraft. The maiden flight, which took […]

Lockheed Martin delivers first F-16 Block 70 jet to Bulgaria

Bulgaria has ordered 16 total aircraft Lockheed Martin announced on February 3 the delivery of the first F-16 Block 70 jet to Bulgaria, marking a major step forward in the country’s efforts to modernize its air force. The delivery was celebrated in a ceremony on January 31 morning in Greenville, South Carolina, attended by Bulgaria’s Minister of Defence, Atanas Zapryanov, […]

Thales will provide the French Navy with sovereign anti-submarine warfare sonobuoys

Deployed from a maritime patrol aircraft (such as the ATL2) or a helicopter (for example an NH90), the SonoFlash sonobuoy enables the detection of submarines. (Thales) It is fully interoperable with the Flash dipping sonar and the CAPTAS family of towed array sonars Thales will enhance the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of the French Navy by providing several […]

KONGSBERG to deliver Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) to US Air Force

JSM F-35. (KONGSBERG) Work will be performed at Kongsberg, Norway, and is expected to be completed in 2027 Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has been awarded a $70m firm-fixed-price modification to a previously awarded contract for the Joint Strike Missile, according to a statement by the US Department of Defense. The modification brings the total […]

Quantum Systems and blackned join forces to take tactical core airborne and revolutionize battlefield connectivity

Quantum Systems and blackned join forces to take tactical core airborne and revolutionize battlefield connectivity. (Quantum Systems) This opens a whole new world for the German Armed Forces Quantum Systems and blackned announced on Januar 23 their intent to collaborate on the digitalization and secure networking of unmanned elements in modern battlefield environments. This groundbreaking […]