IDEX 2017: China showcases new-generation frigate and S26 submarine
CSSC showcased a next-generation trimaran-hull frigate and the S26 air-independent propulsion (AIP)-powered submarine at IDEX 2017
Asia Pacific
Aero India 2017: India will accelerate Tejas production
The Government of India approved US $203 million for raising a second production line for the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas
Aero India 2017: Saab and Lockheed Martin compete for India’s new fighter requirement
Saab and Lockheed Martin are competing for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) requirement of new single-engine fighter aircraft to replace its MiG-21s
China unveils small precision-guided missile – AR-2
The China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics recently revealed the AR-2 small precision-guided air-to-ground missile for CH-series armed drones
Dassault and Reliance ADAG cleared to form Rafale joint-venture in India
The Competition Commission of India cleared Dassault and Reliance ADAG to form a joint venture for the Indian Air Force’s Rafale program
Myanmar reportedly in talks to license-produce JF-17
Myanmar is reportedly in negotiations with Pakistan for the local licensed production of JF-17 Thunder lightweight multi-role fighters
India issues RFI for 57 carrier-borne fighters
The Indian Navy issued a Request for International (RFI) for 57 multi-role carrier-borne fighters for its burgeoning aircraft carrier fleet
Royal Thai Navy secures funding for first S26T submarine from China
The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) secured USD $383.4 million for the first of three S26T air-independent propulsion (AIP)-powered submarines
Despite reports, Thailand’s Oplot-M order is still in place
Despite media reports claiming that Thailand has or plans to cancel its Oplot-M main battle tank order, the Malyshev Factory states that the contract is...
China’s Avicopter AC352 conducts maiden flight with WZ-16 engine
The Avicopter AC352, which was jointly developed by Avicopter and Airbus Helicopters, successfully conducted its maiden flight using the WZ-16 turboshaft…