DTN News - MAKS 2013: Sukhoi Su-30SM Multirole Fighter Jet

DTN News - MAKS 2013:  Sukhoi Su-30SM Multirole Fighter Jet

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 31, 2013: Pilots of Russia’s famed Russkiye Vityazi (the Russian Knights) aerobatic display team on Friday tested new Su-30SM multirole fighter jets, the aircraft’s manufacturer said.

“During the flights, pilots of the famed aerobatics team performed a series of aerial stunts and familiarized themselves with unique super-maneuverable capacities of the Su-30SM fighter jet. They spoke highly of the plane’s performance,” said Alexander Uvarov, a spokesman for the plane’s manufacturer, the Irkut Corporation.

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DTN News - MAKS 2013: MiG-29 Jet Fighters & Sukhoi Su-27 Jet Fighters

DTN News - MAKS 2013:  MiG-29 Jet Fighters & Sukhoi Su-27 Jet Fighters

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 30, 2013:  MiG-29 jet fighters of the Strizhi and Sukhoi Su-27 jet fighters of the Russkiye Vityazi aerobatic teams perform during a demonstration flight at the MAKS International Aviation and Space Salon in Zhukovsky.

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DTN News - MAKS 2013: Sukhoi Su-35 Supermaneuverable Multirole Fighter

DTN News - MAKS 2013:  Sukhoi Su-35 Supermaneuverable Multirole Fighter

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 30, 2013:  Russia hosted an airshow of some of the most advanced fighter planes of the world. Russia’s MAKS-2013 airshow showcased the best, including Russia’s new T-50 Fifth Generation Fighter plane. 

The airshow displayed splendid acrobatics of Sukhoi Su-35S and T-50 fighter plane. T-50 is undergoing test in prototype form and is expected to be battle ready before 2014.

 

It also included a display by Russia’s famed Strizhi (Swifts) and Russkiye Vityazi (Russian Knights) aerobatic teams, as well as the Berkuty (Golden Eagles) helicopter display team.

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DTN News - OSAMA BIN LADEN: Family Tells of Last Moments of The World's Most Wanted Man

DTN News - OSAMA BIN LADEN: Family Tells of Last Moments of The World's Most Wanted Man

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 30, 2013: For the first time the voices of Osama's wives and children can be heard amid pages and pages of eyewitness accounts.

The sound of footsteps and gunfire was coming closer, up the stairs towards the third floor where Osama bin Laden, his youngest wife Amal and one of his daughters must have known their life on the run was reaching its end.

On the landing outside their refuge, Amal saw the dark form of an American Navy Seal steady his weapon, a red laser ray trained on her husband's chest. She flung herself at the commando, in a desperate attempt to snatch the rifle away.

A bullet pierced her knee and more shots followed. As she lay injured on the bed, Amal heard the American accents of soldiers asking two of bin Laden's daughters the name of the man they just killed.

This is not another gung-ho account of the raid on bin Laden's hideaway told by the Navy Seals who mounted the assault, nor is it the gripping climax of Zero Dark Thirty, Hollywood's version of the story.

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DTN News - MAKS 2013: Mi-28 military Helicopters of The Berkuty Aerobatic Team

DTN News - MAKS 2013:  Mi-28 Military Helicopters of The Berkuty Aerobatic Team 

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 29, 2013:  Mi-28 military helicopters of the Berkuty aerobatic team perform during a demonstration flight at the MAKS International Aviation and Space Salon in Zhukovsky.

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DTN News - MAKS 2013: Russian Fifth Generation Fighter T-50 Takes To The Sky

DTN News - MAKS 2013: Russian Fifth Generation Fighter T-50 Takes To The Sky

 (NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 29, 2013:  Russia hosted an airshow of some of the most advanced fighter planes of the world. Russia’s MAKS-2013 airshow showcased the best, including Russia’s new T-50 Fifth Generation Fighter plane. 

The airshow displayed splendid acrobatics of Sukhoi Su-35S and T-50 fighter plane. T-50 is undergoing test in prototype form and is expected to be battle ready before 2014.

 

It also included a display by Russia’s famed Strizhi (Swifts) and Russkiye Vityazi (Russian Knights) aerobatic teams, as well as the Berkuty (Golden Eagles) helicopter display team.

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DTN News - MAKS 2013: Chinese Air Force ~ J-10 Aerobatic Planes In Moscow

DTN News - MAKS 2013: Chinese Air Force ~ J-10 Aerobatic Planes In Moscow

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 29, 2013:  For the first time in Russia, “August 1st”, an air demonstration team of the Chinese Air Force, named after the date of creation of the people’s liberation army of China. They will perform on Chinese-made high-speed 4th generation J-10 jet fighters.

The aircraft is shaped according to the aerodynamic design “duck” with triangular mid wing,

arrow-type horizontal canard closely-spaced to the wing and single-fin vertical tail unit.

Baltic Bees is the first and only private civil aerobatic demonstration team in the Baltic states.

Its calling card is the art of group flying at extremely minimum distances and smooth performance of aerobatic maneuvers.

Demonstration flights of Swiss planes – McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet – will take place at MAKS 2013 for the first time too.

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My doctor allowed me only ..... 1 glass BEER per day

My doctor allowed me only ..... 1 glass BEER per day 

My doctor allowed me only

   1 glass BEER per day ;-)

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DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 19, 2013:  DTN News has reported India was deploying its lethal combat arsenal near the Indo-Pak border, the Air Force (IAF) is going to base a squadron of its frontline fighter aircraft Su-30MKI at Sirsa in Haryana by December.

This will be the second squadron of the Su-30MKI to be deployed in the Western Command area after deployment of the aircraft in Halwara, Punjab.

The aircraft will be deployed in Sirsa which is a key base along the Pakistan border, IAF officials said.

Till now, the Sukhois have been deployed in seven squadrons including the two in the eastern sector at Tezpur and Chabua, Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, Halwara in Punjab and at its home base Lohegaon in Pune.

The IAF is planning to induct a total of 272 Sukhois

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DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 19, 2013:  DTN News has reported India was deploying its lethal combat arsenal near the Indo-Pak border, the Air Force (IAF) is going to base a squadron of its frontline fighter aircraft Su-30MKI at Sirsa in Haryana by December.

This will be the second squadron of the Su-30MKI to be deployed in the Western Command area after deployment of the aircraft in Halwara, Punjab.

The aircraft will be deployed in Sirsa which is a key base along the Pakistan border, IAF officials said.

Till now, the Sukhois have been deployed in seven squadrons including the two in the eastern sector at Tezpur and Chabua, Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, Halwara in Punjab and at its home base Lohegaon in Pune.

The IAF is planning to induct a total of 272 Sukhois

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DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

DTN News - INDIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Squadron To Be Based Near Indo-Pak Border

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 19, 2013:  DTN News has reported India was deploying its lethal combat arsenal near the Indo-Pak border, the Air Force (IAF) is going to base a squadron of its frontline fighter aircraft Su-30MKI at Sirsa in Haryana by December.

This will be the second squadron of the Su-30MKI to be deployed in the Western Command area after deployment of the aircraft in Halwara, Punjab.

The aircraft will be deployed in Sirsa which is a key base along the Pakistan border, IAF officials said.

Till now, the Sukhois have been deployed in seven squadrons including the two in the eastern sector at Tezpur and Chabua, Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, Halwara in Punjab and at its home base Lohegaon in Pune.

The IAF is planning to induct a total of 272 Sukhois

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BHGSG News: I Shouldn't Have Married Uma So Young Says Hawke

BHGSG News: I Shouldn't Have Married Uma So Young Says Hawke

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - August 17, 2013:  If Ethan Hawke knew 15 years ago what he knows now, he might never have made it down the aisle. Reflecting on his past in a new interview for the September issue of Elle magazine, the Before Midnight actor, now 42, admits that he probably wasn't ready to make a commitment as big as marriage when he said "I do" to ex-wife Uma Thurman in 1998. But at the time, he thought it would give his increasingly hectic lifestyle some stability.

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BHGSG News: Adorable Tots ~ Celebs And Their Cute Kids!

BHGSG News: Adorable Tots ~ Celebs And Their Cute Kids!

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - August 17, 2013: Shakira's little man is getting so big! The singer showed off her adorable, nearly 7-month-old son Milan as she made her way through Los Angeles International Airport on August 15. 

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DTN News - INDIA NEWS: DTN News Wish Indian in India and Around The World A Happy Independence Day

DTN News - INDIA NEWS: DTN News Wish Indian in India and Around The World A Happy Independence Day

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 15, 2013: Independence Day, observed annually on 15 August, is a national holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from British rule on 15 August 1947. India attained freedom following an independence movement noted for largely nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience led by the Indian National Congress. Independence coincided with the partition of India, in which the British Indian Empire was divided along religious lines into the Dominions of India and Pakistan; the partition was accompanied by violent riots and mass casualties.

The flagship event in Independence Day celebrations takes place in Delhi, where the Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort and delivers from its ramparts a speech. The holiday is observed throughout India with flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades and cultural events. Indians celebrate the day by displaying the national flag on their attire, accessories, homes and vehicles; by listening to patriotic songs, watching patriotic movies; and bonding with family and friends. Books and films feature the independence and partition in their narrative. Separatist and militant organisations have often carried out terrorist attacks on and around 15 August, and others have declared strikes and used black flags to boycott the celebration.

DTN News Wish Indian in India and Around The World A Happy Independence Day.

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DTN News - August 14, 2013 Picnic Day: Our Senior Club Picnic At Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario

DTN News - August 14, 2013 Picnic Day: Our Senior Club Picnic At Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 14, 2013: Today, our senior club had a gathering of over 100 members for the annual picnic at Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario. The hours was from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. with normal exercises, yoga, dancing as well music. 

Tomorrow, August 15 being India Independence Day, we celebrated by singing Indian national anthem as well Canadian and waving the flags respectively. 

To top all, my birthday August 8 was again celebrated the third time today with the normal cake cutting ceremony. The lunch was lavish, savory and yummy.

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DTN News - August 14, 2013 Picnic Day: Our Senior Club Picnic At Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario

DTN News - August 14, 2013 Picnic Day: Our Senior Club Picnic At Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 14, 2013: Today, our senior club had a gathering of over 100 members for the annual picnic at Milne Dam Conservation Park Trail In Markham, Ontario. The hours was from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. with normal exercises, yoga, dancing as well music. 

Tomorrow, August 15 being India Independence Day, we celebrated by singing Indian national anthem as well Canadian and waving the flags respectively. 

To top all, my birthday August 8 was again celebrated the third time today with the normal cake cutting ceremony. The lunch was lavish, savory and yummy.

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DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Launches Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier

DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Launches Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 12, 2013: India has launched an indigenously built aircraft carrier, joining a small group of countries capable of building such a warship.The project is part of India's efforts to enhance its naval capabilities amid a growing regional rivalry with the other Asian giant, China.

Standing in front of the 37,500 ton warship decorated with flags and buntings in the southern city of Kochi on Monday, Defense Minister A.K. Antony called it a “red letter day [a day of special significance] for the nation.”

There was an outpouring of national pride at the carrier's launch. India's biggest warship has been designed and built locally, making it the fifth country after Britain, France, Russia and the United States to do so.

The aircraft carrier is not yet operational. It will be fitted with advanced weaponry and undergo extensive sea trials before being put into service sometime around 2018. 

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DTN News - Dinner At Jake's: Fun Evening With Friends

DTN News - Dinner At Jake's: Fun Evening With Friends 

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 11, 2013: This evening, we had dinner with two gentle and humble boys  Aman and Arsh from Houston, Texas along with their young granny Molly and uptodate aunt Sanaya. On completion of dinner a cake was presented by my better-half Carina for continuation on celebrating my birthday, which was on August 8, 2013. Thanks to all for the beautiful evening.

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Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party - Glamorous Attendees: Kangana Ranaut

Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party  -  Glamorous Attendees: Kangana Ranaut

BHGSG News - TORONTO August 7, 2013: Kangana Ranaut, who has worked with Ekta Kapoor in Shootout At Wadala, was looking nice in Giorgio Armani formal suit. (Photo: The Indian Express - Varinder Chawla)

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Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party - Glamorous Attendees: Host of The Party, Ekta Kapoor

Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party  -  Glamorous Attendees: Host of The Party, Ekta Kapoor

BHGSG News - TORONTO August 7, 2013: Host of the night, Ekta Kapoor stepped out in a black and red lehenga. (Photo: The Indian Express - Varinder Chawla)

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Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party - Glamorous Attendees: Sonam Kapoor

Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party  -  Glamorous Attendees: Sonam Kapoor

BHGSG News - TORONTO August 7, 2013: Stylista Sonam Kapoor was in an Anamika Khanna dress. (Photo: The Indian Express - Varinder Chawla)

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Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party - Glamorous Attendees: Kajol

Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party  -  Glamorous Attendees: Kajol

BHGSG News - TORONTO August 7, 2013: Kajol wore a mint green Shehlaa embroidered sari at the iftar party. She did her hair in a soft updo. (Photo: Photo: The Indian Express - Varinder Chawla)

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Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party - Glamorous Attendees: Sonakshi Sinha

Ekta Kapoor's Iftar Party  -  Glamorous Attendees: Sonakshi Sinha

BHGSG News - TORONTO August 7, 2013: It was a navy blue Manish Malhotra anarkali for Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Dobaara actress Sonakshi Sinha. She paired her suit with a BV clutch and nude peep-toes. (Photo: The Indian Express - Varinder Chawla)

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DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Marine Provides Security In Washir Village In Helmand Province, Afghanistan

DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Marine Provides Security In Washir Village In Helmand Province, Afghanistan

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 6, 2013: U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kaleb Wilson provides security during a patrol in Washir village in Helmand province, Afghanistan, July 29, 2013. Wilson is assigned to Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment. The Marines conducted patrols to collect human terrain and clear the area of weapons and improvised explosive devices. 

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Geoffrey K. Scarborough

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DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Air Force Officers Training Afghan Policeman on Explosive Detonation Technology

DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Air Force Officers Training Afghan Policeman on Explosive Detonation  Technology

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 6, 2013: U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alex Gaunt, left, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Halgren, center, work with an Afghan border policeman explosive ordnance disposal trainee to prepare explosives for a controlled detonation in the Spin Boldak district in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, July 28, 2013. Gaunt, an explosive ordnance disposal journeyman, and Halgren, an explosive ordnance disposal craftsman, are assigned to the 466th Air Expeditionary Group. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jovi Prevot

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DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Marines Patrol Near Base Boldak In Helmand Province, Afghanistan

DTN News: U.S. Forces - Images ~ Afghanistan: U.S. Marines Patrol Near Base Boldak In Helmand Province, Afghanistan

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 6, 2013: U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Quinton McCloud, right, and Zamp, a military working dog trained to detect improvised explosive devices, search inside an Afghan compound for any evidence of insurgency and weapons during Operation Grizzly IV near Patrol Base Boldak in Helmand province, Afghanistan, July 29, 2013. McCloud is assigned to Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Bobby J. Yarbrough

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DTN News - RUSSIA DEFENSE NEWS: World's Largest Transport Aircraft Ruslan To Rise From Ashes

DTN News - RUSSIA DEFENSE NEWS: World's Largest Transport Aircraft Ruslan To Rise From Ashes

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 5, 2013: The world's largest transport aircraft that made its first flight in 1982 was designed by Russian aircraft designers and to this day remains a record holder in terms of capacity among serial models. This aircraft is the legendary AN-124 designed for the needs of the army. For a long time, Ruslan has been forgotten, but now its production may be resumed.

 

The giant's outstanding technical parameters played a bad joke on it. "Ruslan" has been unjustly forgotten, and was out of demand for decades. Today, after the completion of the first phase of the negotiations on the joint Russian-Ukrainian production of a modified version of AN-124, one may speak of its rebirth

The reasons for the long oblivion are quite understandable. The completion of a troubled era of Cold War slowed down the development of weapons in Russia. There was no longer a need to carry heavy military vehicles - intercontinental ballistic missiles, mobile launchers, trucks, etc. The demands of peacetime proved to be too light for the "Russian miracle" (as "Ruslan" was called at a French Airshow in 1985). Civilian work was only enough to maintain a small handful of these aircraft. Civil orders came rarely and irregularly, and a few units serving the Ministry of Defense were idle.

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DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Considers Buying More Boeing Apaches Helicopters

DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Considers Buying More Boeing Apaches Helicopters

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 4, 2013: Last year, the Indian Air Force purchased 22 Apaches for US $1.3 billion. Beyond the Indian Army request, a third order of helicopters could be in the offing for India’s planned Mountain Corps. 

The Indian Army wants its Apaches to be exclusive to the service and not associated with the Air Force’s 22 helicopters. Meanwhile, an Indian Army official said the newly sanctioned Mountain Corps of roughly 30,000 troops, which could be deployed along the China border, would also be equipped with yet another purchase of attack helicopters.

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DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Considers Buying More Boeing Apaches Helicopters

DTN News - INDIA DEFENSE NEWS: India Considers Buying More Boeing Apaches Helicopters

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 4, 2013: Last year, the Indian Air Force purchased 22 Apaches for US $1.3 billion. Beyond the Indian Army request, a third order of helicopters could be in the offing for India’s planned Mountain Corps. 

The Indian Army wants its Apaches to be exclusive to the service and not associated with the Air Force’s 22 helicopters. Meanwhile, an Indian Army official said the newly sanctioned Mountain Corps of roughly 30,000 troops, which could be deployed along the China border, would also be equipped with yet another purchase of attack helicopters.

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DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: Principle Agreement Reached On Two Lower Cost F-35 Contracts

DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: Principle Agreement Reached On Two Lower Cost F-35 Contracts

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 3, 2013: The U.S. Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin reached an agreement in principle for the next two F-35 Lightning II aircraft production contracts (Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) lots 6 and 7), which is expected to include 71 stealth fighter aircraft and continue a reduction in F-35 aircraft pricing. The contracting effort spanned six months from proposal to settlement.

A decrease in F-35 LRIP 6-7 unit costs, coupled with negotiating lower prices on a number of other smaller contracts, will allow the Department to purchase all the aircraft originally planned, including those that were in jeopardy of being cut due to sequestration budget impacts.

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DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: 100th Jet In Final Production; First F-35 Bound For Luke AFB

DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: 100th Jet In Final Production; First F-35 Bound For Luke AFB

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 3, 2013: The 100th Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] F-35 Lightning II, the first aircraft destined for Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, Ariz., has entered the last stage of final assembly. This conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) aircraft, known as AF-41, is scheduled to arrive at the base next year. During final assembly, the aircraft structure is completed, and electrical and hydraulic systems are added. Additionally, these systems are tested in preparation for fuel systems checks and engine runs. The final steps prior to acceptance by the Air Force include a series of checkout flights leading to the aircraft entering the service’s F-35 fleet. AF-41 is one of 126 F-35s in various stages of production worldwide.

In June, the Air Force announced its decision to increase the number of squadrons at Luke AFB to six with 144 aircraft, which will make it the largest F-35 base worldwide.  In addition to training U.S. pilots, Luke will also serve as an F-35A International Training site. Currently, Luke’s economic impact on the state of Arizona is $2.17 Billion. With 14 F-35 suppliers in the state of Arizona, the program has an additional economic impact of $98Million.

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DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: US Navy, Boeing Sign $2 Billion Order For 13 P-8A Poseidon Aircraft

DTN News - DEFENSE NEWS: US Navy, Boeing Sign $2 Billion Order For 13 P-8A Poseidon Aircraft

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 2, 2013: The U.S. Navy recently awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a $1.98 billion contract for 13 additional P-8A Poseidon aircraft, continuing the modernization of U.S. maritime patrol capabilities that will ultimately involve more than 100 P-8As. The contract includes long-lead funding previously approved by the Navy. 

The Navy has now ordered 37 of the 117 P-8As it is expected to buy. To date, 10 have been delivered. Based on the Boeing Next-Generation 737-800 commercial airplane, the P-8 provides anti-submarine, anti-surface warfare as well as intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities. The P-8 is replacing the Navy’s P-3 aircraft.

  

“We’re on budget and on schedule and the Navy will stand up initial operational capability of this transformational aircraft by the end of the year,” said Rick Heerdt, Boeing vice president and P-8 program manager.  

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DTN News - BELGIUM DEFENSE NEWS: Belgium Receives Its First NH90 Naval Helicopter

DTN News - BELGIUM DEFENSE NEWS: Belgium Receives Its First NH90 Naval Helicopter

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 1, 2013: Eurocopter today delivered the first NH90 NFH (NATO Frigate Helicopter) to the Belgium Armed Forces, providing an advanced, highly capable and fully-qualified rotary-wing aircraft for this nation’s multi-role mission requirements. In addition to being the no. 1 NH90 NFH received by Belgium, it also is the first built at Eurocopter’s Donauwörth, Germany industrial site – demonstrating this facility’s capability to assemble and deliver these new-generation twin-engine helicopters.

 

Belgium will become the fifth country to put the European-developed NH90 NFH version into service, joining France, Italy, the Netherlands and Norway. The aircraft delivered today is rated at Full Operational Capability (FOC), ensuring its aptitude for the full range of Belgium naval missions – such as Search and Rescue (SAR) or military missions at sea.

Training of Belgium Navy flight and maintenance crews on the NH90 NFH will begin next month, with operations to be initiated in 2014 using its first two helicopters. Belgium has ordered eight NH90s in total, including four of NFH naval versions. The NH90 NFH is replacing the Belgium Navy’s Sea King helicopters. Its configuration is identical to the Dutch NH90 NFH version.

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DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 1, 2013: Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), reconfirmed its support for Canadian tactical vehicle modernization programmes by announcing its intent to respond to the Medium Support Vehicle System (MSVS) Standard Military Pattern (SMP) request for proposal. Oshkosh Defense will propose a solution that leverages the company’s mission-proven vehicle platforms, advanced automotive and safety technologies and life-cycle sustainment solutions to offer the overall best value to the Canadian Government.

 

“We are committed to providing tactical vehicles with the performance and protection that Canadian Forces require to keep their missions moving,” said John Urias, Oshkosh Corporation executive vice president and president of Oshkosh Defense.  “By developing a nationwide network of suppliers, Oshkosh Defense is well-positioned to support Canadian vehicle modernization strategy and bring measurable benefits to the Canadian economy.”

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DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 1, 2013: Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), reconfirmed its support for Canadian tactical vehicle modernization programmes by announcing its intent to respond to the Medium Support Vehicle System (MSVS) Standard Military Pattern (SMP) request for proposal. Oshkosh Defense will propose a solution that leverages the company’s mission-proven vehicle platforms, advanced automotive and safety technologies and life-cycle sustainment solutions to offer the overall best value to the Canadian Government.

 

“We are committed to providing tactical vehicles with the performance and protection that Canadian Forces require to keep their missions moving,” said John Urias, Oshkosh Corporation executive vice president and president of Oshkosh Defense.  “By developing a nationwide network of suppliers, Oshkosh Defense is well-positioned to support Canadian vehicle modernization strategy and bring measurable benefits to the Canadian economy.”

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DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

DTN News - CANADA DEFENSE NEWS: Oshkosh Defense Confirms Intent To Bid For Canada's MSVS SMP

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - August 1, 2013: Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), reconfirmed its support for Canadian tactical vehicle modernization programmes by announcing its intent to respond to the Medium Support Vehicle System (MSVS) Standard Military Pattern (SMP) request for proposal. Oshkosh Defense will propose a solution that leverages the company’s mission-proven vehicle platforms, advanced automotive and safety technologies and life-cycle sustainment solutions to offer the overall best value to the Canadian Government.

 

“We are committed to providing tactical vehicles with the performance and protection that Canadian Forces require to keep their missions moving,” said John Urias, Oshkosh Corporation executive vice president and president of Oshkosh Defense.  “By developing a nationwide network of suppliers, Oshkosh Defense is well-positioned to support Canadian vehicle modernization strategy and bring measurable benefits to the Canadian economy.”

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Sophia Loren and Jane Mansfield

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