Military

British Royal Air Force to Deploy Typhoon Aircraft to Romania

Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft based at RAF Coningsby Lincolnshire will be deploying this summer to Romania as part of the UK’s commitment to NATO.

Pakistan Strengthens Helicopter Fleet Renewal with Additional AW139s Order

The Government of Pakistan has signed a new order for an undisclosed number of additional AgustaWestland AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters.

Royal Australian Air Force and Airbus partner on KC-30A future capability roadmap

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Airbus today signed a research agreement to further develop the RAAF KC-30A’s capabilities.  The agreement strengthens the industrial partnership between Airbus and Australia’s defence force, and will help to define the evolution of the KC-30A fleet as it reaches operational maturity and expand its capabilities. This will result ... <a title="Royal Australian Air Force and Airbus partner on KC-30A future capability roadmap" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/military/royal-australian-air-force-airbus-partner-kc-30a-future-capability-roadmap/" aria-label="Read more about Royal Australian Air Force and Airbus partner on KC-30A future capability roadmap">Read more</a>

Boeing Selects AW139-based MH-139 for 84-Aircraft Us Air Force Tender

Leonardo announced, through a Boeing-led collaboration, the intention to offer an aircraft for the U.S. Air Force UH-1N ‘Huey’ Replacement Program.

Sikorsky Transfers S-70i Helicopter to Aselsan for Turkish Utility Helicopter Program Development

Sikorsky has transferred to defense electronics firm Aselsan an S-70i for use as the prototype aircraft for the Turkish Utility Helicopter Program (TUHP).

Airbus awarded contract to retrofit 26 Bundeswehr CH-53 helicopters

Airbus Helicopters has received an order from the BAAINBw to retrofit 26 CH-53 helicopters to ensure that the fleet remains in service until 2030.

Second Lockheed Martin T-50A Takes Flight in Greenville

Two Lockheed Martin T-50A aircraft are now soaring together in the skies over Greenville, South Carolina, the company said in a statement.

Leonardo to compete for U.S. Air Force Advanced Pilot Training System program

Leonardo confirmed its participation in the U.S. Air Force T-X competition, through its US company Leonardo DRS with its T-100 integrated training system.

Textron Systems to Provide Support Services for Afghan Air Force

Textron Systems Support Solutions announced that it was awarded a follow-on contract from the U.S. Air Force for Afghan Trainer Contractor Logistics Support

Gripen Fighter Jet crashes during air show in Thailand

A Gripen fighter jet taking part in the Children’s Day airshow at Thailand’s southern Hat Yai International Airport has been filmed crashing to the ground