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DefenseIsrael extends blitz to Gaza
Dozens of tanks are currently in the Palestinian territories
Israel is extending its military operation in the Gaza Strip. Dozens of Tel Aviv tanks are currently inside the Palestinian territories, to support the army in its counteroffensive against Hamas and in... more

DefenseIndia evaluates overhaul of Mil Mi-26 helicopters
Procedure started within three months and completed in one year
India is considering flying its fleet of Soviet-made Mil Mi-26 heavy transport military helicopters again. These are aircraft that were part of the Indian Air Force (IAF), but remained grounded for years.... more

Defense"Sea Tiger" helicopter (2): the future of ASW war
Maiden flight in Germany for the new maritime version of the NH-90
Maiden flight of the first NH-90 "Sea Tiger" amphibious military helicopter in Germany testifies to the commercial success of this aircraft, used today by around ten countries around the world. Specifically,... more

DefenseAirbus to make Eurofighter aircraft fit for electronic combat
It is the successor to the Tornado ECR
Now it's official: The Eurofighter EK (Electronic Combat) is coming. Following the recent parliamentary approval by the German budget committee, Airbus will equip 15 German Eurofighters for electronic... more

DefenseNorth Korea focuses on aeronautics
The North Korean leader's announcement on the occasion of Airmen's Day
North Korea has made it known that it will rely on its air force to respond immediately to all military threats from its enemies. It was announced by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un who, during an inspection... more

DefenseCanada: purchase of Poseidon aircraft at risk
The draft agreement with the US government expires today
The draft agreement between the governments of Canada and the United States for Ottawa's purchase of 16 Boeing P-8A Poseidon military aircraft expires today. It is a maritime patrol plane (MMA, Multimission... more

DefenseUkrainian conflict: Russia sends war frigate
Intelligence Kiev: "Admiral Makarov was added to two submarines already present"
The Russian navy is apparently increasing the number of warships present in the Black Sea. At the moment, according to estimates and rumors, there are two submarines and a missile frigate capable of launching... more

DefenseJapan: Osprey tiltrotor (plane-helicopter) crashes
Yet another accident brings the number of victims caused by 16 accidents to 24
Dramatic fatal plane crash in Japan. A US Marine Bell Boeing CV-22B Osprey military tiltrotor crashed into the sea off the coast of Yakushima Island. The toll of the accident, according to what was reported... more

DefenseUkrainian war: Kiev receives European weapons
Among the supplies there are approximately 300,000 ammunitions and artillery shells
The European Union has delivered around 300,000 ammunition and artillery shells to Ukraine to date. These are the first batches of a military supply that includes millions of ammunition promised by Brussels.... more

Civil aviationChina: first drones in service to patrol the sea
AR-500B entered the fleet of China Maritime Safety Administration
China put into service the first two unmanned-helicopters that will carry out maritime patrol services today. These are AR-500B remotely piloted aircraft that entered the fleet of the China Maritime Safety... more

AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: the match played in Europe
Rome can exploit its negotiating power by appointing EIB president
Four important political matches are being played in Europe. Rome is studying a move that would block the agreement between the German aviation group Lufthansa and the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance... more

DefenseFincantieri audit: industry looks at cyber ships
Folgiero: "Candidates to lead the Italian underwater pole, let's revitalize the agreement with Leonardo"
Technological base, strategic autonomy, Italian Underwater Center. These are the key points discussed today by the CEO of the Fincantieri Group, Pierroberto Folgiero, in the hearing at the Italian Defense... more

Civil aviationRolls-Royce is focusing on aviation
The aim is to achieve 15-17% turnover from this sector
The British Rolls-Royce Group will strengthen its civil aerospace sector. It was announced by management during the presentation of the new business plan and the 2023 annual financial estimates: operating... more

AccidentsUkraine: developments on the EC-225 helicopter crash
Five State officials and the pilot violated safety regulations
There are developments about the plane crash that occurred on January 18, 2023 in Brovary, a suburb of Kiev. It was a "blatant violation" of safety rules that caused the Ukraine Air Force's EC-225 "Super... more

Civil aviationNorth Korea continues satellite program
A launch postponed, but Pyongyang goes straight to space spy systems
North Korea has reiterated in the last few hours that it will continue to pursue its satellite program, which in particular involves the placing of technological spy and reconnaissance systems into orbit.... more

DefenseUAE look to European helicopters
Abu Dhabi would like to reduce the contract amount, and also sees South Korean aircraft
The United Arab Emirates wants to review the purchase contract for the H-225M "Caracal" military helicopters. At the moment there is no meeting point between the Abu Dhabi government and the European manufacturer,... more

DefenseSigen, Thales-Elettronica consortium, aboard the "Horizon" frigates
For the modernization of the Electronic Warfare system
Following the signing of the contract between OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d'Armement/ Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation) and Naviris (a Fincantieri and Naval Group j... more

DefenseEmbraer delivers upgraded fifth E-99 aircraft to the Brazilian Air Force
The airplane is the first delivered with Full Operational Capability
Embraer has delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) its fifth EMB-145 AEW&C aircraft, upgraded and designated as E-99M in the FAB. The airplane has been updated to perform Airborne Early Warning and... more

AirlinesUSA: American flight attendants on strike
They plan to mobilize close to the Christmas and New Year holidays
Flight attendants of American Airlines are planning a strike ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays. This is a move with which the sector union wants to stimulate progress in negotiations with the... more

AerospaceNorth Korea puts satellite into orbit
South Korean intelligence points an accusing finger at Moscow for support given
North Korea has received help from Russia to put Pyongyang's first military reconnaissance satellite into orbit. The support was promised by President Vladimir Putin during Kim Jong Un's trip to Russia... more

AirlinesTürkiye deals on Eurofighter aircraft
Alternative to impasse with USA for F-16 sale
The Turkish government has announced that it has started discussing the possible purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft with European states. This is a move that comes after the impasse in negotiations... more

Civil aviationIsrael: towards a truce with Hamas
Talks mediated by the US and Qatar continue
The truce on the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis in the Gaza Strip is postponed. The Hamas militia group, which controls those territories, have not yet ratified the ceasefire agreement. The... more

DefenseUkrainian war: Denmark trains Kiev pilots
Training program for F-16 fighter commands begins
The Danish Air Force has announced that training courses for Ukrainian pilots to command Lockheed Martin F-16 "Fighting Falcon" military aircraft have begun. Among other things, the Northern European government... more

AirportsUSA: multiple delays at airports
Important test ahead of the end of year holidays; ranking of worst airports
In the United States, Thanksgiving celebrations are approaching (November 23) and the airports are seeing the first delayed and cancelled flight connections. A phenomenon linked to multiple factors: staff... more

AerospaceChallenge between two Koreas over spy satellites
By the end of the month, Seoul and Pyongyang will put military systems into orbit
South and North Korea announced, a few hours apart, the imminent launch of domestically produced spy satellites. Seoul and Pyongyang's goal is to put their first space systems into orbit by the end of... more

DefenseUkrainian conflict: 3000 drones arrive
Overall, Kiev will have 10,000 remotely piloted kamikaze aircraft
The first 3,000 FPV (First Person View) military kamikaze drones arrived in Ukraine today. These are video-guided remotely piloted aircraft, which were delivered to the Kiev army. This was made possible... more

Civil aviationJosé Gustavo new VP of Sales for Embraer D&S in Europe and Africa
With more than 20 years of experience
Embraer Defense & Security today appointed José Gustavo as the new Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Europe and Africa. He will be based in Lisbon, Portugal, under the leadership of... more

DefenseUkrainian war: Russia deploys A-50 aircraft
Intelligence aircraft to communicate military targets to missile systems
According to the intelligence department of the British Ministry of Defense, the Russian Air Force has used the Beriev A-50 "Mainstay D" surveillance plane for the first time. Its use would be linked to... more

Airlines"Dubai Airshow": last day of events
On display are many commercial aircraft, space launch rockets and military aircraft - VIDEO
Fifth and last day of shows at the international exhibition "Dubai Airshow 2023" (13-17 November). Stimulating and eventful days for aviation and military aeronautics enthusiasts, with dozens of performances... more

DefenseRussia tests on "Avangard"
Intercontinental ballistic missile with nuclear capability
The Russian armed forces have announced that they have loaded a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile "Avangard" on board a hypersonic rocket. It was reported today by the Moscow Defense Ministry,... more