COIN aircraft - Quwa

Philippines orders six A-29 Super Tucano from Embraer

by Bilal Khan November 30, 2017 1484Views 2Comments

Brazilian aviation giant Embraer announced that it has received a firm order from the Philippine Air Force for six A-29 Super Tucano close air support (CAS) aircraft. In its press release, Embraer states, “After a comprehensive public bidding process participated by several manufacturers…

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Industry positions counterinsurgency solutions at Dubai Air Show

by Bilal Khan November 14, 2017 1398Views 5Comments

Airbus Defence & Space, Leonardo and IOMAX are pitching various solutions for asymmetrical combat operations, such as counterinsurgency

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Pakistan concludes multi-national air exercise ACES MEET 2017

by Bilal Khan October 30, 2017 1414Views 1Comment

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has concluded its first locally-hosted multi-national air exercise – ACES MEET 2017 – on Saturday, October 28

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Discussion: Pakistan’s pursuit for T129 attack helicopters and future industry and acquisition paths

by Bilal Khan October 29, 2017 1356Views 35Comments

Pakistan is in talks for 30 T129 ATAK attack helicopters for $1.5 billion U.S. from Turkey. The deal may include final assembly and parts production work

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Egypt reportedly mulling optional Rafale and Gowind 2500 purchases

by Bilal Khan October 22, 2017 1447Views 1Comment

Egypt is reportedly planning to exercise its optional clauses for 12 additional Rafale fighters and two Gowind 2500 corvettes from France

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Pakistan and Azerbaijan discuss defence cooperation opportunities

by Bilal Khan September 25, 2017 1407Views 5Comments

On his official visit to Azerbaijan, Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman promised the timely delivery of Super Mushshak and briefed his counterparts on opportunities

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Afghanistan receives first Black Hawk helicopters

by Bilal Khan September 19, 2017 1440Views 5Comments

The Afghan Air Force (AAF) has received its first four (of 53) UH-60A Black Hawk transport and utility helicopters from the United States

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US issues $1.38 billion contract for 150 MD-530F for Afghanistan & FMS customers

by Bilal Khan September 6, 2017 1472Views 3Comments

The U.S. Defense Department has issued a $1.38 billion U.S. contract for 150 MD Helicopters MD-530F lightweight utility helicopters for Afghanistan

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Pakistan aspires for CPEC-driven aviation industry growth

by Bilal Khan September 3, 2017 1468Views 19Comments

At a symposium, the Pakistani government, Pakistan Air Force and private sector set near-term aviation activities and long-term industry goals

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Russia has delivered Mi-35M assault helicopters to Pakistan

by Bilal Khan August 27, 2017 1500Views 17Comments

Pakistani officials have confirmed the delivery of four Russian Helicopters Mil Mi-35 assault helicopters from Russia. Raise possibility of more arms.