Air International 2022-03
News: Commercial, Military
An AIM-9X Sidewinder missile shoots off the rail off a USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon over the test range at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, in 2019. This was the first time this AIM-9X was used against a QF-16 aerial target
The planned upgrade will provide Hungary’s Gripen fleet with new sensor, communications and weapons capabilities, compared with legacy aircraft
US carriers cancelled flights due to 5G issues
Elbit Systems E-LynX airborne software defined radio has completed connectivity flight tests on F-5Ms of the Brazilian Air Force
Greece will receive 18 Rafale fighters, the first six of which were formerly operated by the French Air Force
The UK's C-130J tactical transport has been widely used since its introduction, although the type will be retired from service by 2023
Boeing intends to use new digital modelling tools for manufacturing processes
The Eurofighter deal is a landmark programme for Leonardo and Kuwait, which will acquire 28 Tranche 3A jets
ATR is working to achieve 100% SAF certification for its aircraft
Boeing's 777-8 Freighter will enter service in 2027
An artist’s impression of Boom's Overture Superfactory in North Carolina