Airforce Technology

Saab begins Gripen E serial deliveries to air forces of Brazil, Sweden

Saab has commenced the Gripen E serial delivery phase for the Brazilian and Swedish air forces.

GA-ASI’s MQ-9A UAS conducts high-latitude flight in Canadian Arctic

GA-ASI has conducted one of the longest-range flights of its MQ-9A uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) in the Canadian Arctic.

US approves sale of FMSO II and CLSSA services to Greece

The US DSCA has notified Congress of a possible sale of support services for FMSO II and Cooperative Logistics Supply Support Arrangement (CLSSA…

Nato scrambles fighter planes to intercept Russian jets over Baltic Sea

Nato has scrambled allied fighter jets conducting the Baltic Air Policing mission to intercept Russian military aircraft over the Baltic Sea.

Finnish Air Force’s HX challenge begins with Eurofighter trials

The Finnish Air Force’s HX fighter jet replacement programme has commenced with Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft flight evaluation trials.

Top Ten Light Attack Aircraft: Versatile Solutions for Modern Warfare

Airforce Technology lists the top ten light attack/combat aircraft, based on the weapons carried, payload capacity, and performance.

July’s top news stories

The US expelled Turkey from the F-35 fighter jet programme, and the UK and Sweden signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the dev…

Thule Military Air Base: Greenland's Crucial Role in US Air Force Strategy

Explore the strategic importance of the Thule military base in Greenland with Airforce Technology. Delve into insightful features uncovering the…

ATR 72 MP Maritime Patrol Aircraft

The ATR 72 MP is a maritime surveillance aircraft developed by Alenia Aermacchi. Built based on the ATR 72-600 platform,…

Deployable Hangars Could Play Key Role in Canadian Defence Strategy

Only eight of the 29 NATO member countries are expected to reach the alliance’s spending guideline of 2% of gross…

Airbus’ H145M aircraft launches 70mm laser-guided rockets

Airbus Helicopters’ new H145M military helicopter has successfully launched 70mm laser-guided rockets during a firing campaign in Sweden.

Deals this week: Saab, IvySys, OCCAR-EA

Saab has secured a support contract worth Skr1.350bn ($171.1m) from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV).

FMV awards $171.1m support services order for Gripen aircraft

The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has awarded a SEK1.350bn ($171.1m) contract for Gripen fighter aircraft support.

Deals this week: CAE, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin

CAE has secured a contract to provide an integrated training system for UAE Air Force and Air Defence's remotely-piloted aircraft (RPA).

Report: Moroccan defence imports to witness steady growth

The defence imports of Morocco, the second biggest importer of weapons in the African continent, are forecast to increase during 2017-2022 as th…

Deals this week: Orbital Sciences, Textron Systems Support Solutions, Magellan Aerospace

Orbital Sciences Corporation has been awarded a $78.18m-worth contract to provide integration and testing services for the space test programme…

Roketsan, Lockheed partner new F-35 air-to-surface standoff missile

Roketsan has signed a teaming agreement with Lockheed Martin to manufacture a new generation air-to-surface standoff cruise missile for use on t…