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MBDA to develop the combat missile for the Tiger helicopter
French Minister for the Armed Forces Florence Parly has announced that MBDA is to develop the Future Tactical Air-to-Surface Missile (MAST-F) program as the main French Army air to ground armament for the Tiger combat helicopter.
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NIAR receives $13.7 million from Air Force for advanced composites research
The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) has received another $13.7 million contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to extend the Modeling for Affordable, Sustainable Composites (MASC) research program.
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Quickstep to acquire Boeing Australia component repairs
Quickstep, Australia’s independent carbon fiber composites manufacturer, announces that it has agreed terms for the purchase of Boeing Defence Australia’s aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capability based in Tullamarine,Victoria.
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RAMPF opens factory for composite solutions
RAMPF Composite Solutions has started operations in its new factory. The 73,400 sq. ft. facility features state-of-the-art infrastructure for the production of premium carbon fiber and fiberglass composites parts for the aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, high-end consumer, and green transportation industries.
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GKN and Raytheon reach agreement for Mk30 composite missile canisters
GKN Aerospace has signed a contract with Raytheon Technologies to supply Mk30 missile canisters for the Raytheon Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM).
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Lockheed Martin extends F-35 supply agreement with Solvay
Solvay's new five-year contract continues its partnership with Lockheed Martin to provide high-performance materials for F-35 military aircraft.
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Boeing Australia ‘fires up’ engine on First Loyal Wingman Aircraft
Boeing Australia powered up the commercial turbofan engine on the first Loyal Wingman aircraft in September, as part of ground testing and preparations for first flight.
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Moog opens strategic regional support center in Alabama
Moog announces its expansion in Huntsville, Alabama with the opening of a regional support center. The new regional support center comprises a large laboratory to support local research, development and testing activities; abundant office space; and essential collaboration space.
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Korea Aerospace Industries started the final assembly of the KF-X prototype
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) announced that final assembly of KF-X prototype is now launched from 1st September. Final assembly means to put forward/middle/rear fuselage and main wing/empennage together into one whole final aircraft.
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Greece announces its intention to acquire 18 Rafales from Dassault Aviation
This announcement illustrates the strength of the partnership that has linked the Greek Air Force and Dassault Aviation for more than 45 years, and demonstrates the enduring strategic relationship between Greece and France.
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