Archive for the ‘News’ Category
Preparing Vehicles for Afghanistan
Often perceived as just a storage facility, the huge Army vehicle depot in Gloucestershire is actually where military vehicles, from tanks to quad bikes, are fully prepared for use in Afghanistan.
With the operational tempo in Afghanistan quicker than ever, the need for fully-functional vehicles to support...
November 6th, 2009 | Army News | Read More
US Navy Accepts Final T-45C Delivery
ST LOUIS: The last T-45C Goshawk was delivered to the U.S. Navy During a ceremony at the Boeing production facilities in St. Louis Oct. 20.
The aircraft was the 221st T-45 training jet delivered by Boeing to the Navy.
“The T-45 holds a distinguished place in U.S. Navy history,” said Rear Adm. W....
November 6th, 2009 | Air Force News | Read More
Navy to Commission Amphibious Transport Dock Ship New York
WASHINGTON: The Navy will commission the newest San Antonio class amphibious transport dock ship New York (LPD 21), during an 11 a.m. EST ceremony Nov. 7, 2009, in New York City.
The ship is named New York in honor of the state and the courage and heroism of New Yorkers during and after the tragic events...
November 6th, 2009 | Navy News | Read More
Brigade Tests New Concept in Iraq
WASHINGTON: The first new “advise and assist” brigades already in Iraq and others slated to arrive soon have a big leg up on their new mission, thanks to the groundwork laid by the “Highlander” brigade, which provided a test bed for the new concept.
The 1st Armored Division’s 4th Brigade has...
November 6th, 2009 | Army News | Read More
International Armoured Vehicles Exhibition to Highlight Deficiency in MoD Procurement Process
LONDON, UK – 4th November 2009 – The publication of the Gray report, the recent death of Colonel Thorneloe - the most senior Army officer to die on operations since the Falklands, and controversial statements regarding leading vehicle manufactures, has moved defence procurement activity to the top...
November 6th, 2009 | Army News | Read More
Army Major Declared Sole Suspect in Hood Shooting
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5, 2009 – U.S. Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan is believed to be the lone shooter of some 43 people on Fort Hood, Texas, and survived being shot by a civilian police officer, the base commander said.
Lt Gen. Robert Cone in a televised press briefing tonight corrected earlier reports that...
November 6th, 2009 | Army News | Read More
Gripen NG Demo Returns to the Skies
Gripen NG Demonstrator started flight testing again on October 27 following a modification which includes the installation of an AESA radar.
The Gripen NG Demonstrator has been modified with a number of tactical systems: AESA radar, a new satellite communication system, an electro-optical missile warning...
November 6th, 2009 | Air Force News | Read More
Taiwan says China starts building first aircraft carrier
Taipei: Taiwan said Wednesday that its giant neighbour China has started building its first aircraft carrier, a move analysts have said could raise military tensions in the region.
The head of Taiwan's National Security Bureau told parliament construction of the carrier had begun, Lin Yu-fang, a legislator...
November 5th, 2009 | Navy News | Read More
Rogue Afghan policeman kills five British troops
KABUL: A "rogue" Afghan policeman shot dead five British soldiers in Afghanistan Wednesday, raising new questions about the safety of coalition troops as world leaders work to boost training of local forces.
The Afghan attacker on Tuesday opened fire at a checkpoint in the Nad Ali district of southern...
November 5th, 2009 | Army News | Read More
Completion of Maintenance Contract for F-111 Fleet
Greg Combet, Acting Minister for Defence, today announced the completion of the deeper maintenance contract for the Air Force F-111 fleet.
“Since the F-111 was introduced it has flown over 160,000 hours. To help it achieve this Air Force and Defence Industry collectively completed over 300 routine...
November 5th, 2009 | Air Force News | Read More
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UK’s Search and Rescue Network to Be Maintained
November 5, 2009 04:11
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China’s military making strides in space
November 4, 2009 06:11
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Russian helicopters for NATO’s war in Afghanistan
November 4, 2009 06:11
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New system allows vehicle GPS to track location while in flight
November 4, 2009 06:11
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Last C-130E Hercules aircraft leave Ramstein
November 4, 2009 05:11
