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F-35C and EMALS Demonstrate Start of Naval Aviation’s Next Century

F-35C and EMALS Demonstrate Start of Naval Aviation’s Next Century

The Navy demonstrated early integration of the future of naval aviation Nov. 18 when it launched F-35C test aircraft CF-3 with its new electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS). Testing the F-35C on EMALS provided an early opportunity to evaluate technical risks and began the process to integrate the carrier variant Joint Strike Fighter with the [...]

Russian Naval Aviation Su-33 Mig-29k Su-25utg Su-27kub

Russian Naval Aviation Su-33 Mig-29k Su-25utg Su-27kub

Russian Naval Aviation Su-33 Mig-29k Su-25utg Su-27kub

Chilean Naval Aviation upgrade, a pressing operational need?

Chilean Naval Aviation upgrade, a pressing operational need?

Those familiar with the business world recognize the use of a common vision to stretch the imagination of a corporation, create new expectations and cause a sense of urgency for the proposed changes. Once the goals and the strategic vision are set, the direct involvement between potential suppliers and the leaders of the organization about [...]

Fire Scout UAV Departs for First Deployment

Fire Scout UAV Departs for First Deployment

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, Patuxent River: The MQ-8B Fire Scout made naval aviation history when the fleet deployed this revolutionary rotary wing unmanned aircraft system aboard the USS McInerney (FFG-8) Monday. Fleet introduction of the Fire Scout marks the first time a large, automated UAS has been delivered for shipboard operation by sailors. The Fire [...]