Russia to proceed with Dnepr rocket launches without Ukraine
Russia plans to proceed with launches of the Dnepr rocket even though Ukraine is no longer a participant of the program.
By DLR [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
Source: Russia to proceed with Dnepr rocket launches without Ukraine
Dutch Chief of Defense Forces says RNLAF F-16s should bomb ISIL in Syria
The highest ranking military officer of Netherlands, Gen. Tom Middendorp, says Dutch F-16s should be bombing ISIL targets in Syria too.
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However, Middendorp stressed that the decision to do so can only be reached after examining “what the knock-on effects thereof will be.”
Source: Dutch Chief of Defense Forces says RNLAF F-16s should bomb ISIL in Syria
Russian Defense Ministry orders investigation into recent spate of crashes
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has ordered an investigation into seven military aircraft crashes that occurred since June.
By Alex Beltyukov [CC BY-SA 3.0, CC BY-SA 3.0 or GFDL 1.2], via Wikimedia Commons
“We need to thoroughly understand the causes of these accidents and to identify specific measures to improve the situation,” he said.
Source: Russian Defense Ministry orders investigation into recent spate of crashes
Royal Air Force stands up first A400M squadron
The Royal Air Force’s first A400M squadron is declared operational at at RAF Brize Norton with Princess Anne presenting the new standard to Number LXX (70) Squadron.
Parade to commemorate the official stand-up of LXX Sqn and the presentation of its new Standard at Royal Air Force Brize Norton on 23 Jul 15. HRH The Princess Royal was the Reviewing Officer for the Parade, with CAS as the Guest of Honour and AOC 2 Gp, the Stn Cdr, Head of Establishment (HoE) and Chaplain-in-Chief in attendance.
Source: Royal Air Force stands up first A400M squadron
Armenia upgrading its Pechora air defense system
An Armenian television company went to Charentsavan Machine Works and from the screen footage, it seems that Armenia is upgrading its Pechora (SA-3) air defense system.
Indonesia to contribute Mi-17 detachment to U.N. peacekeeping force in Mali
Indonesia has agreed to send a Mi-17 detachment to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA).
By MONUSCO Photos (PT9A7305) [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons
The contingent will spend at least one year in Mali and the deployment can be extended at the U.N.’s request.
Source: Indonesia to contribute Mi-17 detachment to U.N. peacekeeping force in Mali
Photos from Exercise Indradhanush IV
The Royal Air Force has released three photos from Exercise Indradhanush IV, a bilateral exercise with the Indian Air Force. Four Su-30MKIs are deployed to RAF Coningsby during this period.
Photos: Royal Air Force
The U.S. State Department has cleared the potential sale of 1,500 TOW 2A anti-tank missiles to Lebanon. The Lebanese government is requesting 1000 BGM-71E-4B-RF anti-armor missiles and 500 BGM-71-H-1-RF bunker buster missiles.
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Photo: U.S. Embassy Beirut
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A-10 exports ruled out by U.S. Air Force
The U.S. Air Force has no intention to export the A-10 attack jet. The flying branch said “there are no anticipated sales of A-10 aircraft to anyone.”
By Daniel J. McLain (Mate 2nd Class) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Earlier this year, Boeing had pitched the idea of exporting the second-hand aircraft as the fleet still has a fair amount of flying life available.
Source: A-10 exports ruled out by U.S. Air Force
Airbus selling its sensor business
Airbus Defense and Space is selling away its defense electronics division and Rheinmetall, Thales and Raytheon are expected to make a bid for the business.
Image: Airbus Defence and Space
Source: Airbus selling its sensor business