In a significant development the Air Forces of Russia and China conducted a joint aerial patrol over the Sea of Japan, East China Sea and the Western Pacific. In a statement China’s Defense Ministry said, the patrol was part of… Read More ›
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US Approves sale of F-16 fighter aircraft to Bulgaria
In a statement the US Department of Defense said, the State Department has approved the potential sale of up to 8 F-16 fighter planes and related equipment to Bulgaria, in a deal valued at $1.673 billion. The principal contractor for… Read More ›
US State Department approves $13.9 of F-15ID fighter jets to Indonesia
In a statement the Pentagon said, the U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of F-15ID fighter aircraft and related equipment to Indonesia in a deal valued at up to $13.9 billion. Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto said, Indonesia… Read More ›
Britain boosts naval presence in Asia, midst rising tensions
In a significant development, Britain’s new aircraft carrier the HMS Queen Elizabeth made a pit stop in Singapore as part of a move to boost Britain’s military presence in Asia midst rising tensions in the region. The aircraft carrier led… Read More ›
Boeing wins $500 million U.S. defense contract
Boeing has won a defense contract pertaining to Qatar’s air force. According to a statement from the Pentagon, Boeing Co has won a $500 million contract for providing an aircrew for F-15QA fighter jet as well as for a maintenance… Read More ›
Boeing pitches T-X training jets to Royal Australian Air Force
The Royal Australian Air Force is just one of many potential customers Boeing is talking to ahead of a request for proposal. On Tuesday, Boeing Co disclosed it is holding talks with potential customers, including the Royal Australian Air Force,… Read More ›
Boeing wins $6.2 billion contract for 36 F15 fighter jets
The development is in line with U.S. President Donald Trump’s strategy of boosting the sale of U.S. weapons exports to friendly countries. On Friday, the Pentagon stated, Boeing Co has been awarded a $6.2 billion contract for 36 F-15 fighter… Read More ›
The United States begins upgrading and replacing its ageing missile deterrence systems
The move, which is expected to cost the U.S. nearly $1 trillion over the next 30 years. Comes midst the Trump Administration’s drive to overhaul and boost the defense industry of the country. In a significant development the Pentagon has… Read More ›