Up Media reports that the Teng Yun unmanned air vehicle from Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) might be armed with the TC-1 air-to-air missile. Under project Sky Blade, the research team will modify the TC-1 with features from the Sea Oryx naval point-defense system. For ground attacks, the drone will reply […]
Blue Angel F/A-18A BuNo 162411 flew its final flight to Hickory Regional Airport on Nov. 13. The #5 aircraft will retire at the Hickory Aviation Museum. Before landing, the pilot flew a short demonstration for the crowd that had gathered to greet the aircraft. Only five museums will get to keep a Blue Angel legacy […]
Two brothers are now at the 173rd Fighter Wing where they will learn to fly the F-15C. According to instructors, this is the first time such a coincidence had happened. For more information, hit the Source below Source
Republic of China Air Force (RoCAF) chief Lt. Gen. Hsiung Hou-chi flew in a F-5F on Nov. 14 to prove that the jet is safe for flight following a fatal crash last month. Hsiung said he wants to prove that the fighter is safe and show the dedication of his airmen in defending the country.
France has selected MBDA’s MHT/MLP missile as its Future Tactical Air-to-Surface Missile (MAST-F) for the Tiger attack helicopter. The MHT/MLP (Missile Haut de Trame / Missile Longue Portée – high tier missile / long-range mobile missile) itself is based on the Missile Moyenne Portée (MMP), a man-portable anti-tank guided missile. For more information, hit the Source […]
AgustaWestland Philadelphia has been awarded a $171 million contract from the U.S. Navy for 36 TH-73A training helicopters. Photo: USN The Navy is exercising the production option for the Advanced Helicopter Training System program. For more information, hit the Source below Source