Air News & Articles

Customized Large Format Display System Developed for NASA’s X-59 Research Aircraft

The system, developed by Collins Aerospace, enables the aircraft’s pilot to safely fly and land, in all weather conditions, without any forward-looking windows.

May 12, 2021
Northrop Grumman Awarded Production Contract for CIRCM System

The Common Infrared Countermeasure (CIRCM) system’s ability to track and rapidly defeat infrared-guided threats has been validated through rigorous testing in laboratory, flight, and live-fire test environments

May 11, 2021
New State-of-the-Art Helicopter Training Academy in the U.S.

The Academy features training services for the AW119, AW169, AW139 models and will also be home to the training services for global customers of the world’s first tiltrotor set to receive civil certification, the AW609

May 11, 2021
Honeywell Launches New Ultra-Rugged Inertial Measurement Units

Roughly the size of a bottle cap, the new HG1125 and HG1126 inertial measurement units (IMUs) are low-cost and can survive shocks up to 40,000 G-force

May 11, 2021
Capability Upgrade on U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J

Lockheed Martin's upgraded Super Hercules aircraft includes improved navigational performance, a modernized cockpit, and a self-protection system that addresses obsolescence issues and improves survivability

May 11, 2021
Mobile Test Stand Prototype to Test Aircraft Engines in the Field

Rostec are developing a mobile test stand, for the AI-222-25 aircraft engine, that is easy-to-use, can be quickly delivered anywhere and will significantly reduce aircraft engine recovery times after repairs

May 11, 2021
U.S. & Allied Aircraft to be Equipped with Updated Countermeasures Systems

Northrop Grumman will continue to provide support and maintenance for the battle-proven DoN LAIRCM system, which provides maximum aircraft and aircrew survivability against surface-to-air infrared missile threats

May 10, 2021
U.S Navy Completes F/A-18 AARGM-ER Flight with Separation Test Vehicle

The flight demonstrated the Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile – Extended Range weapon could communicate with the F/A-18. The Separation Test Vehicle used hardware and software to facilitate the controlled free flight

May 10, 2021
U.S. Field LITENING Advanced Targeting POD with Color Video Capability

LITENING’s full-color, digital video capability gives Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard F-16 pilots a clearer picture of the battlespace, making targeting faster and more accurate

May 10, 2021
New-Generation TopOwl Helmet System for French Special Forces NH90 Pilots

The HD, customisable helmet-mounted sight and digital display system, TopOwl by Thales, uses augmented reality to enhance the operational capabilities of combat helicopter pilots

May 07, 2021
State-Of-The-Art AESA Radar Systems for German Eurofighters

HENSOLDT’s new radar beam is electronically controlled by a multitude of individual transmit/receive modules, allowing for the tracking of individual targets while scanning a wide expanse of the airspace simultaneously

May 06, 2021
Advancing Defense Capability Through Strategic Collaboration Defense Advancement works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive defense capabilities forward.