Airbus would also likely respond to a recent request for information on drone capabilities that could replace the Navy’s MQ-8C Fire Scout uncrewed helicopters, said CEO of Airbus U.S. Space and Defense Rob Geckle.
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Air Force acquisition czar delays key milestone for ground moving target satellites
The delay in the review, however, is not expected to impact the planned delivery schedule, an Air Force spokesperson said. That said, neither the Pentagon nor the NRO has revealed the hoped-for schedule.
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RAAF head announces wingman testing for Ghost Bat drone
“Our first challenge is to strengthen our workforce, more specifically to address the shortfalls in those specific masteries and experience levels that constrain our capacity to grow,” the chief of the Royal Australian Air Force said.
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Sudan Army combat RSF drones with Chinese SkyFend Hunter C-UAS
In the age of rapid technological advancement, the proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, has presented a new set of challenges for defence and security forces. The proliferation of drone technology across Africa has significantly expanded humanitarian, and military operations, although, still an emerging technology in the continent, however, in the hands of
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Defense Innovation Unit moves to ease commercial drone certifications
DIU wants to improve its process for vetting commercial drones, with the goal of making it easier for companies to sell their systems to the U.S. military.
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Uganda and China’s Norinco partner on drone production
To bolster its defence industry, Uganda has partnered with China’s North Industries Corporation (Norinco) to embark on a joint venture that promises to revolutionize the country’s military capabilities. This collaboration is set to establish a comprehensive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) workshop in Nakasongola, marking a new era in Uganda’s defence modernization efforts. The groundbreaking ceremony
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QinetiQ achieves UK’s first jet-to-jet teaming between aircraft and autonomous drone
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Chad enhances Air Force capabilities with Turkish Aksungur drones
The Chadian Air Force (AAT) has taken a significant step in bolstering its aerial capabilities by acquiring at least one Aksungur unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) from Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ). This move marks a pivotal moment in Chad’s military modernization efforts. On April 21, the AAT released a video showcasing an Aksungur drone adorned with AAT
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Rattled Pakistan To Buy More CH-4 Armed Drones From China After India Acquires MQ-9B Drones
Pakistan has ordered 10 more CH-4 armed drones from China. The total cost of the deal will be around USD 24 millionThe acquisition of 31 MQ-9B drones by India from the United States of America— it’s a US$ 4 billion deal– has had Pakistan worried for a while. It’s not something the United States will share with Pakistan; it’s also something Islamabad cannot afford. So, it turned to the
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India’s GalaxEye Developing Military Satellite With Multiple Sensors For Earth Observation
A computer-aided design model of the satellite that GalaxEye Space is developing to conduct Earth observation for defence forces. The satellite will be equipped with SAR and EO sensor for enhanced surveillanceBangalore-based GalaxEye Space is developing a satellite that can carry multiple sensors for Earth observation to support the requirements of the Indian Armed Forces.Speaking to Janes at the