Airborne Warning And Control System Upgrades Improve Radar, Simplify Maintenance
Boeing has completed a series of upgrades that substantially enhance the technological capabilities of Saudi Arabia’s E-3A Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. Among the enhancements to improve radar capabilities and reduce repair time for the airborne surveillance fleet are systems that increase the original equipment’s radar sensitivity and expand the range for tracking targets.
Demonstrations Conducted Far North Of The Arctic Circle
Schiebel’s Unmanned Air System (UAS) was presented to the Norwegian Coastguard, Royal Norwegian Navy, Royal Norwegian Airforce, Norwegian Coastal Administration, Police Directorate as well as other Norwegian authorities during demanding trials at Andøya Test Center (ATC).
AeroVironment Has Provided 350 Switchblade Aircraft For The Purpose
Earlier this year, the Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) made an urgent request for 325 "Lethal Miniature Aerial Missile Systems" (LMAMS) for use in the fight against ISIS.
Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Air Force for technology maturation and risk reduction in support of next-generation navigation systems.
Every year, an aircrew is selected for the Clarence Mackay Trophy for accomplishing the most meritorious flight of the year. This year, an AC-130U aircrew from Air Force Special Operations Command, which included one of 25th Air Force’s outstanding Airmen, was recognized with the honor.
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