February 2012

Military Aviation News February 22, 2012

Japan – KC-130R Aircraft

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress Feb. 16 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Japan to provide regeneration, overhaul, modifications and support for…

Military Aviation News February 22, 2012

Boeing Completes F/A-18E/F, EA-18G Multi-Year Procurement II Deliveries Ahead of Schedule

2 multi-year contracts with US Navy generated $1.7B in savings Deliveries completed early, on budget Boeing today announced that it has completed delivery of…

Military Aviation News February 22, 2012

Boeing to Feature Enduring Capabilities for US Air Force at AFA Air Warfare Symposium

F-15 fighter and C-17 Sustainment among highlighted programs The Boeing Company will focus on the enduring capabilities it provides to support the U.S. Air Force’s…

Civilian aviation news February 21, 2012

American Airlines aims to bolster routes

Bankrupt American Airlinesaims to boost revenue by $1 billion annually by beefing up its international routes and fleet to lure more well-heeled business travelers, the…

Civilian aviation news February 21, 2012

Debt crisis takes India’s Kingfisher to the brink

India’s debt-crippled Kingfisher Airlines Ltdedged closer to the brink on Tuesday after nearly a week of mass cancellations of flights and the resignation of dozens…

Military Aviation News February 21, 2012

Longbow LLC Delivers First Production Block III Apache Data Link System to the U.S. Army

ORLANDO, Fla., February 21, 2012 – The LONGBOW Limited Liability Company, a joint venture between Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] and Northrop Grumman [NYSE: NOC], recently…

Military Aviation News February 21, 2012

Edwards F-35A Conducts First External Weapons Test Mission

FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 21, 2012 – On Feb. 16, the first external weapons test mission was flown by an F-35A Conventional Takeoff and Landing…

Military Aviation News February 21, 2012

Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System Scores Successful First Time Demo on Fixed-Wing Aircraft in Record Time

NASHUA, New Hampshire — The Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) recently achieved a first shot success from a fixed-wing aircraft, BAE Systems announced today….

Civilian aviation news February 21, 2012

Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau Orders Two AW139s

The Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau has signed a contract for two AW139 medium twin helicopters. These aircraft, which add to one AW109 Power and…

Military Aviation News February 20, 2012

Indian Air Force to buy 71 Mil Mi-17 V5 helicopters

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to procure 71 more Mi-17 V5 helicopters, including 12 for the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Business Standard…

Civilian aviation news February 20, 2012

Boeing, Pakistan International Airlines Finalize Order for Five 777-300ERs

– Pakistan order also includes purchase rights for five additional 777-300ERs – Twin-engine jet order completes Pakistan’s flag carrier’s widebody fleet replacement program Boeing and…

Military Aviation News February 20, 2012

Watchkeeper to be key pillar of Anglo-French defence cooperation

The largest tactical unmanned air system (UAS) in Europe was announced as a key pillar of a broad Anglo-French defence cooperation in the field of UAS…

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