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February 25, 2025
CDS General Anil Chauhan emphasises need for Synergised Air & Naval Operations at the seminar on Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean RegionHeadquarters Southern Air Command, in collaboration with the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS), hosted a seminar on "Synergising Air and Naval Forces: Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean Region" on February 25, 2025.
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February 25, 2025
GA-ASI Advances Sub-Hunting With Test of New Air-Dropped SensorsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) continues to expand the role of unmanned aerial systems, demonstrating the first-ever Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability on an MQ-9B SeaGuardian®.
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February 20, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney passes first fully digital detailed design review on Next-Gen Adaptive Propulsion OfferingHardware procurement begins for XA103 prototype build and test
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February 20, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney awarded $1.5 billion F119 engine sustainment contract for US Air Force's F-22 fleetContract will improve readiness and reduce costs for more than 400 engines
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February 14, 2025
Embraer begins production of Austria's first C-390 MillenniumThe next generation multi-mission aircraft will enhance the operational capabilities of the Austrian Air Force
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February 3, 2025
Embraer celebrates 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 MillenniumWith 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
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January 29, 2025
Bombardier Defense Celebrates the Official Unveiling of armasuisse's New Head of State Multi-mission Global 7500 AircraftBombardier Defense today celebrated the first public unveiling of armasuisse's newly-delivered Global 7500 multi-mission aircraft.
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January 22, 2025
Lockheed Martin to Modernize Air Force F-22 Raptor with Advanced Infrared Threat-Detection SensorsLockheed Martin has received a $270 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to integrate a system of next-generation infrared defensive sensors on the F-22 Raptor.
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January 15, 2025
Texas Air National Guard's 111th Attack Squadron Named RPA Squadron of the YearThe Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) presented the 2023 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Squadron of the Year Award to the 111th Attack Squadron (ATKS) of the Texas Air National Guard, Joint Base Ellington Field, Texas.
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January 14, 2025
Uruguayan Air Force buys five Embraer A-29 Super Tucano by converting options into firm ordersEmbraer today announced that the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU) and the Uruguayan Ministry of National Defense (MDN) have converted options for five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft into firm orders.
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January 6, 2025
Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu takes over as Air Officer Commanding, Base Repair Depot TughlakabadAir Commodore Debakinandan Sahu took over the command of Base Repair Depot, Tughlakabad on January 6, 2025 from Air Commodore Rishi Seth. The handing over / taking over took place with an impressive ceremonial parade by the depot personnel.
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January 5, 2025
Visit of Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of Air Staff to Lakshadweep & Minicoy Islands from January 4-5, 2025Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh took over as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) at a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024.
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January 3, 2025
Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, Indian Air ForceOn 1st January 2025, Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, New Delhi.
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January 1, 2025
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Assumes Command of IAF's Western Air CommandAir Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff visited Lakshadweep Islands from January 4-5, 2025. The CAS interacted with the air warriors at Minicoy Island and Kavarati Island.
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December 31, 2024
Embraer sells four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to a new customer in AfricaEmbraer signed today a contract for the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa.
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December 30, 2024
Embraer announces a firm order for six A-29 Super Tucanos from an undisclosed customerEmbraer announced today a firm order for six light attack and advanced trainer A-29 Super Tucanos placed by an undisclosed customer. This order will be included in the 4Q24 backlog and deliveries are scheduled to take place in 2026.
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December 27, 2024
Embraer signs contract for two C-390 Millennium with an undisclosed customerEmbraer signed today a contract with an undisclosed customer for the sale of two C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. The contract also includes a comprehensive training and support package as well as the supply of spare parts.
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December 20, 2024
President of India Droupadi Murmu awards President's Colours to College of Defence Management, SecunderabadThe President of India Droupadi Murmu awarded the President's Colours to the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad on December 20, 2024, marking a historic milestone in the journey of the institute.
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December 21, 2024
Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at Garud Regimental Training Centre Air Force Station ChandinagarTo mark the successful completion of training of Air Force Special Forces operatives of 'Garud' force, Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade was held on December 21, 2024 at Garud Regimental Training Centre.
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December 20, 2024
CAC Commanders' ConferenceAir Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force visited Headquarters Central Air Command (CAC) from December 18 to 19, 2024 for the CAC Commanders' Conference 2024.
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December 18, 2024
Brazilian Air Force Acquires Second Firefighting Equipment Unit to Equip KC-390 FleetEmbraer has signed a contract with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to provide a new Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS II) unit.
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December 17, 2024
Embraer expands its presence in Europe through a subsidiary in Portugal dedicated to defense mattersSubsidiary will materialize Embraer's strategic objectives in creating relevant and cutting-edge defense and security solutions for customers in Europe and NATO
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December 16, 2024
Poland To Acquire Three MQ-9B SkyGuardians® From GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence.
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December 16, 2024
Portugal orders 12 Embraer A-29N Super Tucano aircraftEuropean country becomes the launch customer of the A-29N, the NATO version of this world-renowned advanced trainer and light attack aircraft
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December 14, 2024
Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force AcademyThe Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy (AFA) Dundigal Hyderabad on December 14, 2024, marking successful culmination of the pre-commissioning training of flight cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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December 10, 2024
Slovakia indicates the Embraer C-390 Millennium as the best option for its future military transport aircraftThe Slovak Ministry of Defense today signed a Letter of Intent with the Brazilian Ministry of Defense, paving the way for a deeper industrial cooperation between the two countries.
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December 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Missile Defense Agency Demonstrate Critical Capability for Defending Guam with Successful Flight TestLockheed Martin and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), in support of United States Indo-Pacific Command and the Department of Defense (DoD), have successfully completed Flight Experiment Mission (FEM)-02.
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December 8, 2024
Commanders' Conference-2024 Western Air CommandA two day Commanders' Conference of Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force was held on December 6 & 7, 2024 at New Delhi, with Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) as the chief guest.
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December 6, 2024
Valedictory Function 24 Production Test Pilots Course at Aircraft and Systems Testing EstablishmentThe valedictory function of the 24 Production Test Pilots (PTP) Course was held at the Air Force Test Pilots School of Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) on December 6, 2024.
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December 4, 2024
Institute of Aerospace Medicine will host the 63rd Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM)Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is organising its 63rd annual conference at Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), Bengaluru, from December 5-7, 2024.
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December 3, 2024
Embraer and FAB sign agreement to expand C-390 Millennium special mission capabilitiesEmbraer demonstrates its C-390 Millennium evolution strategy by fostering new capabilities that will enhance the platform's operational capabilities while meeting customer needs and market requirements
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December 3, 2024
Japan Maritime Defense Force Selects SeaGuardians From GA-ASIThe Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems for its Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle program.
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December 2, 2024
15 Companies Pitch Their Capabilities at GA-ASI's Blue Magic NetherlandsNovember 19 Event Hosted by GA-ASI and Supported by Lockheed Martin Ventures and Brainport Attracts Cross-Section of Netherlands' High-Tech Sector
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November 28, 2024
Royal Canadian Air Force to Use 19 PC-21 Next Generation Trainers in the FuturePilatus has signed a contract to deliver 19 PC-21 training aircraft. The PC-21 will not only provide Canada with the most technically advanced training system but also a very cost-effective, environmentally friendly training platform for military pilots.
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November 25, 2024
Bombardier Defense Delivers First Global 6500 Aircraft to the US Army's HADES ProgramBombardier Defense celebrated the delivery of the first Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to the United States Army in support of the High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) program.
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November 21, 2024
Skunk Works® Demonstrates Airborne Battle Management of AI-Controlled AircraftLockheed Martin Skunk Works®, in partnership with Lockheed Martin's Demonstrations and Prototypes organization and the University of Iowa's Operator Performance Laboratory (OPL), showcased a crewed-uncrewed teaming mission...
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November 21, 2024
Embraer strengthens industrial and research cooperation in the NetherlandsFollowing the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft, Embraer enhances its presence in the Netherlands through industrial and research participation by selecting Fokker Services Group, NLR and Multisim.
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November 21, 2024
Romania Becomes the 20th Member of the F-35 Global AllianceThe Government of Romania confirmed today its intent to procure 32 Lockheed Martin 5th Generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft by signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) through a US government Foreign Military Sale.
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November 21, 2024
Boeing Awarded 15 Additional US Air Force KC-46A TankersBoeing will build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers under a Lot 11 contract award from the US Air Force valued at $2.38 billion. In all, Boeing has 168 KC-46A multi-mission aerial refuelers on contract globally, providing advanced capability advantages for the joint force and allies.
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November 21, 2024
Milestone in Air Interoperability with IndiaAustralia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Indian Armed Forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling.
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November 19, 2024
Defence Minister addresses Air Force Commanders' ConferenceDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressed the Air Force Commanders' Conference (AFCC) at Air Headquarters in New Delhi on November 19, 2024.
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November 13, 2024
Defence Space Agency successfully conducts maiden 'Exercise Antariksha Abhyas – 2024' to enhance strategic readiness in space warfareDefence Space Agency of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff successfully conducted the Space Table Top Exercise Antariksha Abhyas-2024 from November 11-13, 2024, a significant milestone aimed at bolstering the strategic readiness of the Indian Armed Forces in the domain of space warfare.
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November 12, 2024
DRDO hands over Authority Holding Sealed Particulars of P-7 Parachute System to Directorate General of Quality AssuranceThe Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) of P-7 Parachute System has been handed over to the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, a DRDO laboratory.
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November 11, 2024
First Ever Space Exercise 'Antariksha Abhyas – 2024' hosted by Defence Space Agency begins in New DelhiIndia is well positioned to navigate the challenges posed to space based capabilities: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan
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November 9, 2024
Sweden selects the Embraer C-390 Millennium as its new military transport aircraftThe Swedish Ministry of Defense announced the selection of the Embraer C-390 Millennium as Sweden's new tactical transport aircraft.
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November 1, 2024
Embraer and Rheinmetall will provide Full Flight Simulator for the C-390 Millennium in the NetherlandsEmbraer today announced that will provide training solutions for the C-390 Millenium to the Royal Netherlands Air Force.
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November 1, 2024
Rajesh Kumar Singh assumes the office of Defence SecretaryRajesh Kumar Singh took over as Defence Secretary at South Block in New Delhi on November 1, 2024. He is a 1989-batch IAS officer from Kerala cadre, who had assumed the charge of the Officer on Special Duty (Defence Secretary-designate) on August 20, 2024.