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As Sanctions End, Iran Plans to Export Arms

As Sanctions End, Iran Plans to Export Arms

Cash-strapped Iran wants to become an arms exporter to generate much-needed income. But so far, no prospective buyers are in sight.

On October 18, a 13-year UN arms embargo against Iran expired. Iranian news outlets had eagerly awaited the moment for weeks. The lifting of the embargo had been agr…

Two Major US Airlines Defer Boeing 737Max Deliveries

Two Major US Airlines Defer Boeing 737Max Deliveries

When it comes to Boeing Co.’s 737 Max, things can always get worse. On Thursday, American Airlines Group Inc. and Southwest Airlines Co. added to a chorus of order deferrals and cutbacks for the embattled jet, which has been grounded for more than 18 months following two fatal crashes.

American …

Swedish Gripen C/Ds to Remain in Service for Another Decade

Swedish Gripen C/Ds to Remain in Service for Another Decade

On October 14, the Swedish Defence Ministry outlined a defense bill that covers an increase in the defence budget for 2021-2025 by over 40%. This is the largest increase in the defence capability of the country in 70 years. Among other things, the new bill, which is set to become a law by February 2…
US Marines Stand Up Second F-35 Squadron is Asia

US Marines Stand Up Second F-35 Squadron is Asia

IWAKUNI, Japan. — On October 16, 2020 Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 12 re-designated Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 as part of the Marine Corps’ ongoing transition process from legacy F/A-18 Hornet aircraft to the newer 5th-generation F-35…
Boeing Chopper Plant Under Scrutiny by US Army Team

Boeing Chopper Plant Under Scrutiny by US Army Team

A Boeing Co. plant in Arizona that builds Apache attack helicopters is under scrutiny by more than two dozen Army personnel after the company reported quality problems it says were caused by a derelict technician.

The Army is evaluating whether the quality concerns involving testing and installat…


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