May 20, 2016 Military Aviation News

Sikorsky CH-53K likely to fall short of upper lifting requirement

05/20/2016

The US Marine Corps ideally wants its new Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion to carry 13.6t (30,000lb) externally over 110nm (204km) unrefueled, but early analysis indicates that it will fall approximately 907kg short of that “objective” key performance requirement.

Saab offers next gen Gripen aircraft under Make in India initiative

05/20/2016

Swedish defence major Saab has unveiled its next generation fighter aircraft, Gripen E, which the company today said is being offered to the country under the 'Make in India' initiative with transfer of technology. Gripen E, which was unveiled yesterday, has significantly improved avionics system when compared to previous versions of the Gripen.

Russia to Renew Production of Mi-14 Nuclear-Capable Anti-Sub Helicopters

05/20/2016

Russian Deputy Defense Minister Yuri Borisov said that ministry plans to renew the production of Mi-14 Haze nuclear-capable amphibious anti-submarine helicopters.

Russia Confirms First Batch of S-300 Air Defense Systems Delivered to Iran

05/20/2016

Russia has provided Iran with the first batch of S-300 air defense systems, Russian presidential aide Vladimir Kozhin said Thursday. "We have a signed contract with Iran, the first batch has now been unloaded, approximately a battalion. We will continue to fulfill our commitments until year-end," Kozhin said.

China Confirms Intercepting US Reconnaissance Plane Over South China Sea

05/20/2016

Chinese fighter jets shadowed a US reconnaissance plane over the South China Sea, but kept a safe distance and did not make any dangerous maneuvers, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said Thursday.

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