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David Donald

Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.

The Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules will operate with the 103 Squadron of Israel's Air and Space Force.

Israel Receives First C-130J Shimshon

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Between March 1 and 26 Russian aircraft approached Bulgaria on nine occasions, flying without flight plans and requiring investigation.

Bulgaria Reacts To Stepped-up Russian Surveillance Flights

Qatar has announced a major new $23 billion defense spending program.

Apaches, Tankers and AEW Figure in Qatar Spending Spree

Under new rules of engagement, Turkey treats any Syrian aircraft approaching the border as a military threat.

Turkey Shoots Down Syrian MiG

Atlas has been created to provide a facility for testing a range of light/medium unmanned air vehicles and technologies.

Purpose-built UAV Test Center Opens In Spain

News and issues regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.

Darpa Awards Final VTOL X-Plane Contracts

Chinese incursions into Japanese airspace.

Japan Highlights Increased Airspace Incursion By China

The 56th Fighter Wing at Luke AFB, Arizona, will formally unveil its first Lockheed Martin F-35A today.

First F-35A Delivered To Luke AFB

Airbus Defence and Space unveiled the Orlik MPT, an upgrade of the PZL-130 Orlik (eaglet) trainer that first flew 30 years ago.

Upgraded Orlik Trainer Unveiled

NATO Responds To Ukraine Crisis With Awacs Flights

Singapore Orders Airbus Tanker/Transport

News and issues relating to civil and military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) of all kinds and sizes, including those used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), combat (unmanned combat air vehicles, or UCAVs), law enforcement, research and other applications. Of particular focus is the FAA's planned integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system.

UK Watchkeeper UAS Gets Delayed Green Light

Belyakov: A Legend Passes On

Turkey Signs Up For Sikorsky Black Hawk

Improved Chinese Stealth Fighter Nears First Flight

Poseidon Moves Into Full-Rate Production With New Order

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

DC-10 Flies Last Revenue Passenger Service

Australia Approves Poseidon Purchase

Development IRST Flies On Super Hornet

Saudi Typhoon Deal Could Open Door To Further Sales

Swiss Fighters Stay On Ground During Hijack

MiG-29s May Be Part of Egyptian Arms Deal

Cobham Satcom Aviator 350 Supports Maritime Patrol Connectivity

Bell Delivers First 407GX to India

L-3 Link Adds Lakota To AVCATT

C-27J Highlights A New Way To Look At Airlift

Demand Grows For Hawker Pacific Paint Facility

News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Airvan Racks Up 200

Airborne Technologies Unveils Ready-To-Go Recon Pod

Asia Could Lead Global Hawk Sales

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