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Cobham unveils aerial refueling simulator to slash costs, risk
The trick, explains Mike Burke, key account manager at Cobham’s mission systems division, is the accurate modeling of the fuel hose and the attached adapter, or drogue, as fuel-seeking pilots may experience both pieces bouncing uncontrollably in mid-air after a failed tanking attempt.
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US Air Force testing new sensors that could help solve F-35 pilot hypoxia puzzle
The idea behind the sensors is to determine what is prompting pilots to feel unwell while plugged into the on-board oxygen system during flight. While the symptoms of hypoxia, or a form of it, can be openly observed, finding the cause resembles putting together a “mosaic of events” regarding air quality and other factors, Julian…
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Textron angles to land first customer of its new ‘Nightwarden’ tactical drone
The company unveiled a successor to its “Shadow” tactical unmanned aircraft system at the Paris Air Show Monday, pitching the “Nightwarden” drone as a more operationally flexible aircraft for militaries worldwide.
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German court approves drone deal over US industry challenge
A German court sided with the Berlin government in allowing a leasing arrangement of the Israel-made Heron TP drone to move forward.
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Germany beefs up tank fleet with $832M acquisition
The German Army is in line for an upgrade of its tanks, based on the expectation that future conflicts will rely heavily on ground warfare with armored vehicles.
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Editorial: The limits of ‘America First’
Putting America first does not a strategy make. At best, it’s a banal expression of a fundamental desire that guides all nations anyway.
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Editorial: Mad Dog’s Mission
The pick of retired Gen. James Mattis as defense secretary by Donald Trump provides hope that the Pentagon, at least, will be in stable hands.
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Editorial: After Trump Win, All Eyes on Congress
As the world braces for a US President Donald Trump, it’s time to look at whatever potential for moderation is left in US institutions against the type of right-wing populism that has like-minded leaders here and abroad celebrating.
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Editorial: Trump’s Simplistic World
One way or the other, Trump’s rise on the national stage will have long-term implications even beyond Election Day. The man has a lot of ardent believers, and he gives form to a deeply human desire to live in a world that is fundamentally simple. Except that it’s not.
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30 Years: Tactical Networks — Democratized Decision-Making
The advent of new communications gear for front-line troops has revolutionized the conduct of ground battles.
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Cobham unveils aerial refueling simulator to slash costs, risk
The trick, explains Mike Burke, key account manager at Cobham’s mission systems division, is the accurate modeling of the fuel hose and the attached adapter, or drogue, as fuel-seeking pilots may experience both pieces bouncing uncontrollably in mid-air after a failed tanking attempt.
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US Air Force testing new sensors that could help solve F-35 pilot hypoxia puzzle
The idea behind the sensors is to determine what is prompting pilots to feel unwell while plugged into the on-board oxygen system during flight. While the symptoms of hypoxia, or a form of it, can be openly observed, finding the cause resembles putting together a “mosaic of events” regarding air quality and other factors, Julian…
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Textron angles to land first customer of its new ‘Nightwarden’ tactical drone
The company unveiled a successor to its “Shadow” tactical unmanned aircraft system at the Paris Air Show Monday, pitching the “Nightwarden” drone as a more operationally flexible aircraft for militaries worldwide.
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German court approves drone deal over US industry challenge
A German court sided with the Berlin government in allowing a leasing arrangement of the Israel-made Heron TP drone to move forward.
-
Germany beefs up tank fleet with $832M acquisition
The German Army is in line for an upgrade of its tanks, based on the expectation that future conflicts will rely heavily on ground warfare with armored vehicles.
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Editorial: The limits of ‘America First’
Putting America first does not a strategy make. At best, it’s a banal expression of a fundamental desire that guides all nations anyway.
-
Editorial: Mad Dog’s Mission
The pick of retired Gen. James Mattis as defense secretary by Donald Trump provides hope that the Pentagon, at least, will be in stable hands.
-
Editorial: After Trump Win, All Eyes on Congress
As the world braces for a US President Donald Trump, it’s time to look at whatever potential for moderation is left in US institutions against the type of right-wing populism that has like-minded leaders here and abroad celebrating.
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Editorial: Trump’s Simplistic World
One way or the other, Trump’s rise on the national stage will have long-term implications even beyond Election Day. The man has a lot of ardent believers, and he gives form to a deeply human desire to live in a world that is fundamentally simple. Except that it’s not.
-
30 Years: Tactical Networks — Democratized Decision-Making
The advent of new communications gear for front-line troops has revolutionized the conduct of ground battles.
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Cobham unveils aerial refueling simulator to slash costs, risk
The trick, explains Mike Burke, key account manager at Cobham’s mission systems division, is the accurate modeling of the fuel hose and the attached adapter, or drogue, as fuel-seeking pilots may experience both pieces bouncing uncontrollably in mid-air after a failed tanking attempt.
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US Air Force testing new sensors that could help solve F-35 pilot hypoxia puzzle
The idea behind the sensors is to determine what is prompting pilots to feel unwell while plugged into the on-board oxygen system during flight. While the symptoms of hypoxia, or a form of it, can be openly observed, finding the cause resembles putting together a “mosaic of events” regarding air quality and other factors, Julian…
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Textron angles to land first customer of its new ‘Nightwarden’ tactical drone
The company unveiled a successor to its “Shadow” tactical unmanned aircraft system at the Paris Air Show Monday, pitching the “Nightwarden” drone as a more operationally flexible aircraft for militaries worldwide.
-
German court approves drone deal over US industry challenge
A German court sided with the Berlin government in allowing a leasing arrangement of the Israel-made Heron TP drone to move forward.
-
Germany beefs up tank fleet with $832M acquisition
The German Army is in line for an upgrade of its tanks, based on the expectation that future conflicts will rely heavily on ground warfare with armored vehicles.
-
Editorial: The limits of ‘America First’
Putting America first does not a strategy make. At best, it’s a banal expression of a fundamental desire that guides all nations anyway.
-
Editorial: Mad Dog’s Mission
The pick of retired Gen. James Mattis as defense secretary by Donald Trump provides hope that the Pentagon, at least, will be in stable hands.
-
Editorial: After Trump Win, All Eyes on Congress
As the world braces for a US President Donald Trump, it’s time to look at whatever potential for moderation is left in US institutions against the type of right-wing populism that has like-minded leaders here and abroad celebrating.
-
Editorial: Trump’s Simplistic World
One way or the other, Trump’s rise on the national stage will have long-term implications even beyond Election Day. The man has a lot of ardent believers, and he gives form to a deeply human desire to live in a world that is fundamentally simple. Except that it’s not.
-
30 Years: Tactical Networks — Democratized Decision-Making
The advent of new communications gear for front-line troops has revolutionized the conduct of ground battles.
