HAL’s Light Utility Helicopter successfully undertakes maiden flight
On 6 September, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s Light Utility Helicopter successfully undertook its maiden test flight.
Bilal Khan
Founder of Quwa, Bilal has been researching Pakistani defence industry and security issues for over 15 years. His work has been cited by Pakistan's National Defence University (NDU), the Council of Foreign Relations, Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, Centre of Airpower Studies and many others. He has a Hons. B.A in Political Science and Masters of Interntional Public Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
Pakistan hopeful of stronger defence ties with Russia
Pakistan’s new ambassador to Russia, Qazi Khalilullah, indicated that discussions for various arms were underway between the two governments.
Analysis: The value of HMD/S on the JF-17
An analysis and discussion of whether a helmet mounted display & sight system is necessary for the JF-17 Thunder.
India may step away from additional Scorpene submarines
The Government of India may walk away from the idea of acquiring an additional three Scorpene conventional submarines from France’s DCNS.
Turkey reportedly in talks for SAMP/T Aster 30 SAM
Turkey is reportedly in negotiations with Eurosam for the acquisition of the SAMP/T Aster-30 long-range surface-to-air missile system.
This Week in Review: A Shift in Global Naval Shipbuilding?
A look at the apparent shift in the naval shipbuilding industry whereby new market entrants are making in-roads in the developing world.
U.S. proposes new rules for global armed drones market
The United States State Department has begun proposing a series of measures to a number countries aimed at managing the export of armed drones.
U.S. reportedly close to approving Qatar & Kuwait fighter deals
The U.S. will reportedly approve the sale of F-15Es and F/A-18E/Fs to Qatar and Kuwait, respectively, in the coming days.
Otokar pushes for Turkish Army Altay MBT production
The Turkish defence vendor Otokar has submitted its final offer to the Turkish government for the Turkish Army’s Altay tank production contract.
Saudi Arabia reportedly signs armed UAV deal with China
Saudi Arabia has reportedly signed on to buy an undisclosed number of Wing Loong armed unmanned aerial vehicles from China.