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Netherlands to Increase Air-to-Air Capabilities with 174 AMRAAM Missiles
The State Department has decided to approve a Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the Netherlands of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles-Extended Range and related equipment for an estimated cost of $678 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. TheContinue Reading
Sweden Procures 12 UH-60M in 900m$ Deal
Sweden procured twelve UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and a suite of related equipment, with an estimated value of $900 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) formally notified Congress of this potential sale today. Sweden’s procurement request encompasses a comprehensive package aimed at enhancing its military capabilities. Alongside the twelveContinue Reading
Philippines to Purchase Three C-130J-30 Super Hercules Tactical Airlifters
The Republic of the Philippines Department of National Defense announced the acquisition of three new C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters from Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) through a Direct Commercial Sale. In choosing the C-130J, the Philippines joins 21 other nations that rely on the Super Hercules to support tactical airlift mission requirements.Continue Reading
Portuguese Air Force Receives First KC-390
The first KC-390 Millennium of the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) has entered into service at the Beja Air Base. The aircraft meets the requirements set by the National Aeronautical Authority (AAN) of Portugal and includes standard NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) equipment already integrated into the aircraft. This integration resultsContinue Reading
Leonardo Opens UK Tech Site for AI Research
The company’s 8th UK site will create at least 200 high-value jobs in the North East Engineering projects at the facility will include defence digital and AI research as well as the development of advanced electronics and helicopter products Newcastle, 19/10¬/2023 – International defence and security company Leonardo has openedContinue Reading