A new 57 mm self-propelled anti-aircraft gun for Russia is in the works
The Burevestnik Central Scientific Research Institute is working on a new 57mm self-propelled anti-aircraft artillery system for the Russian military.
By Sgt. Ryan Ward, U.S. Marine Corps [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Source: A new 57 mm self-propelled anti-aircraft gun for Russia is in the works
MV-22 from USS Essex lands on BPC Dixmude for certification exercise
The French Navy collected data with a goal of certifying the MV-22 to operate from its Mistral-class helicopter carriers during an exercise with USS Essex off Djibouti on Jul. 5.
Source: MV-22 from USS Essex lands on BPC Dixmude for certification exercise
Rafale in Egyptian colors
Source: Rafale in Egyptian colors
Brimstone missiles fell off RAF Tornado during landing in Cyprus
Two Brimstone ground attack missiles fell offf a RAF Tornado during landing at Akrotiri, Cyprus on Jul. 15.
Photo: SAC Scott Ferguson/MOD [OGL], via Wikimedia Commons
Spokesman Kristian Gray said the jet had a heavy landing which caused the missiles to detach.
Source: Brimstone missiles fell off RAF Tornado during landing in Cyprus
Testing of mod kit that improves Eurofighter’s maneuverability completed
Airbus Defence and Space has successfully completed flight testing of the Aerodynamic Modification Kit (AMK) for the Eurofighter.
Photo: Andreas Zeitler, Airbus Defence and Space
The aircraft manufacturer says the addition of fuselage strakes and leading-edge root extensions to IPA7 resulted in an increased turn rate, tighter turning radius, and improved nose-pointing ability at low speed.
“We saw angle of attack values around 45% greater than on the standard aircraft, and roll rates up to 100% higher, all leading to increased agility. The handling qualities appeared to be markedly improved, providing more manoeuvrability, agility and precision while performing tasks representative of in-service operations. And it is extremely interesting to consider the potential benefits in the air-to-surface configuration thanks to the increased variety and flexibility of stores that can be carried,” said Eurofighter Project Pilot Germany Raffaele Beltrame.
Source: Testing of mod kit that improves Eurofighter’s maneuverability completed
Nigerian government sacks military chiefs
Nigeria’s army, air force and naval chiefs have been fired by the country’s President Muhammadu Buhari. The sackings were carried out a month after Amnesty International complained of widespread human rights abuses by troops.
By D. V. Wiebe [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Source: Nigerian government sacks military chiefs
Moscow expects Washington to abandon BMD programs in Europe after Iran deal
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in Vienna that the United States is no longer required to develop the Aegis Ashore program and station BMD-capable warships in Europe after a deal was reached to curb Iran’s nuclear ability.
By Missile Defense Agency – United States Department of Defense (United States Naval Institute News) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
“We all probably remember that in April 2009 in Prague [US] President [Barack] Obama said that if the Iran nuclear program issue is sorted out, then the task of creating the European segment of the missile defense system will disappear,” Lavrov said at press conference in Vienna.
Source: Moscow expects Washington to abandon BMD programs in Europe after Iran deal
Pentagon monitoring sale of Sikorsky Aircraft
United Technologies Corp’s attempt to sell off Sikorsky Aircraft is being “closely monitored” by the Pentagon, Reuters reported.
By Andrés Ramírez (provided via email by author) [GFDL 1.2 or GFDL 1.2], via Wikimedia Commons
Source: Pentagon monitoring sale of Sikorsky Aircraft
Indonesian Air Force museum’s Tu-16KS