DefenceTalkChina’s first domestically developed strategic air lifter, the Y-20 Kunpeng, will soon be delivered to users, a senior aviation executive said, adding that the development of its engine is “faring well”. “We still need to conduct some ground and flight tests, so I am not able to tell you the exact time of delivery,” Geng […]https://www.defencetalk.com/heavy-duty-y-20-military-airlifter-weighs-in-at-show-60989/

DefenceTalkThe Australian Government has begun the process of purchasing two additional C-17A Globemaster strategic airlift aircraft, Minister for Defence Senator David Johnston announced today. Senator Johnston said should the Government elect to exercise this option the two extra Globemasters would significantly enhance the Royal Australian Air Force’s capacity for operational tasks, disaster relief and humanitarian […]https://www.defencetalk.com/australia-to-buy-2-4-more-c-17s-60649/

DefenceTalkThe Airbus A400M new generation airlifter has performed successfully air-to-air refueling tests with a F/A-18 Hornet fighter. The tanker test campaign was developed in five flights in which the A400M performed 33 dry contacts and dispensed 18.6 tonnes of fuel to an F/A-18 Hornet in 35 wet contacts. With a basic fuel capacity of 50.8 […]https://www.defencetalk.com/airbus-a400m-successfully-demonstrates-tanker-capability-60447/

DefenceTalkBrazil has signed a contract with Airbus Defence and Space for the acquisition of three Airbus C295 search and rescue (SAR) aircraft. The three aircraft will progressively be delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) from the end of this year under the terms of an agreement which also includes a five-year Full In Service […]https://www.defencetalk.com/brazil-orders-airbus-c295-search-and-rescue-aircraft-60277/

DefenceTalkEgypt has ordered eight more Airbus C295 transports in a deal which will take its fleet to 20 and makes it the biggest customer for the market-leading tactical airlifter. The new batch of aircraft will be delivered to the Egyptian Air Force by Airbus Defence and Space beginning next year and will follow the 12 […]https://www.defencetalk.com/egypt-orders-eight-more-airbus-c295-tactical-transports-60184/

DefenceTalkAirbus Defence and Space has today handed over the first of ten A400M new generation airlifters ordered by the Turkish Air Force. The Turkish Air Force formally accepted the aircraft from Airbus Defence and Space at the A400M Final Assembly Line in Seville, Spain. A further ceremony will take place in Turkey at a later […]https://www.defencetalk.com/airbus-delivers-a400m-to-turkish-air-force-59276/

DefenceTalkThe Republic of Korea ushered in a new era in air mobility today with the delivery of the country’s first two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at the Lockheed Martin facility here. With today’s delivery, South Korea became the 14th country to fly the proven C-130J. South Korea’s new Super Hercules will be operated by Republic […]https://www.defencetalk.com/south-korean-air-force-accepts-first-c-130j-super-hercules-59176/

DefenceTalkResearch and development on China’s Y-20 large transport aircraft, which ranks as a large aircraft by international standards, is going smoothly, and the level of technology is maturing in various aspects. The Y-20 prototype aircraft can now achieve maximum take-off weight and maximum altitude, Tang Changhong, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s […]https://www.defencetalk.com/chinas-y-20-prototype-aircraft-can-take-off-with-maximum-weight-58998/

DefenceTalkWASHINGTON: The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Pakistan for a C-130 Fleet Upgrade Program and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $100 million. The Government of Pakistan has requested a possible sale of C-130B/E avionics upgrades, engine management and mechanical […]https://www.defencetalk.com/pakistan-to-upgrade-c-130-aircraft-fleet-58996/

DefenceTalkBoeing today delivered Kuwait’s first C-17 Globemaster III airlifter, an aircraft that will expand the Kuwait Air Force’s capabilities in military and civilian operations, including humanitarian aid and disaster relief. “The C-17 meets the unique airlift requirements of the Kuwait Air Force,” said Col. Abdullah Al Foudari, Deputy Commander Kuwait Air Force. “With this airlifter […]https://www.defencetalk.com/boeing-delivers-kuwait-air-forces-1st-c-17-globemaster-iii-58776/