General Atomics is thinking about making their MQ-9B SkyGuardian relevant in future wars with a serious enemy and has now presented a new concept of using this UAV as a launch platform for cruise missiles, The War Zone reports.
The artistic concept of such a modification – an MQ-9B drone with Norwegian-American Joint Strike Missile (JSM) cruise missiles was presented at the Avalon air show in Australia. In addition to the JSM missiles, the drone is also on display with a maritime search radar under the fuselage and two Sledgehammer electronic warfare pods under the UAV’s wings.
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Source: Ukrainian Weapons Tracker via Twitter
Despite its alleged neutrality, there is evidence that Serbia has provided as many as 3,500 Grad rockets to Ukraine. According to Ukraine Arms Tracker, the rockets being delivered to Ukraine are the ER Grad 2000 version, with a maximum range of 40 kilometers instead of the standard 20 kilometers. If the authorities in Belgrade knew this, it would be a significant violation of the country’s declared policy, one reaffirmed by Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić on multiple occasions.
Argentina and Egypt are interested in buying Tejas-type multi-role aircraft from India. Egypt expresses a desire for 15 such machines, Argentina for 20 machines, says the head of the Indian state corporation Hindustan Aeronautics Limited CC Ananthakrishnan, according to the results of the Aero India 2023 exhibition.
A team from the Argentine Air Force is currently in the country to learn more about the Tejas, and a contract is likely “in the near future.” Before signing a contract, Egypt would like to ensure that Tejas will be maintained within the capabilities of its own military sector.
The 95th Academy Awards are approaching. On March 12, 10 films are up for Best Picture, including two focused on the military — Top Gun: Maverick and the German remake of All Quiet on the Western Front. But what are the chances a military movie can snag the top award?
Not impossible, but it might be unlikely. As of press time, the Las Vegas odds are not leaning toward either film. Still, both are backed by major marketing campaigns.
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Social media is a abuzz over what appears to be a looming test launch of some type of undisclosed rocket or weapon system out of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, which sits to the south of Kennedy Space Center. While we cannot say with absolute certainty what this launch window is for, a test of a hypersonic weapon seems highly likely.
Signs that such a test could come soon began a couple days a ago, when various hazard warnings were posted. The launch window extended throughout the weekend and into late Monday afternoon.
WASHINGTON, USA — In the 27-year history of the Aero India 2023 show, the American presence this year was most palpable. In Bangalore, the host city, various American solutions were put on display. But the presence of Lockheed’s F-35 Lightning II and F-21 carried more than just symbolism.
There is speculation that the United States is willing to talk to India about its desire for a fifth-generation fighter jet. Senior US officials even confirm these speculations. Decisions on whether India wants to have a fifth-generation fighter are “at a very early stage.
Avdiivka is a Ukrainian city located near Donetsk. Recent days have seen a heavy bombardment of the city by Russian strike aircraft. Even online videos claiming to show the bombardment of the city have been discovered.
According to publicly available information, Avdiivka is a city of regional significance in the Donetsk area. Prior to the war, the city’s economy was thriving. Avdiivka Coke and Chemical Factory [AKHZ] are on the city’s outskirts. It is the leading coke producer in Ukraine. In addition to coke, the facility specializes in manufacturing coal, tar, gasoline, coal oil, etc.
Madrid plans to increase the number of Eurofighter fighters in service and form another order, which will be an addition to the previous contract for 20 machines.
The Secretary of State of the Ministry of Defense of Spain, Amparo Valcarce, announced his interest in expanding the order during the ministerial meeting of the Eurofighter program participants in Milan the other day. At the same time, she noted that “the decision will depend on the successful implementation of the program,” Infodefense reports.
The United States continues to help lead an international coalition trying to prevent the Islamic State (ISIS) resurgence in Iraq and Syria.
America must strike a cautious balance between foes and allies while concentrating on destroying ISIS, despite difficulties in both nations, such as threats from Iran and controversy over a Turkish operation. After eight years of fighting ISIS, the top U.S. commander offered an insight into the problems facing the United States today.
Sunday in the Arabian Sea, the Navy successfully tested the ship-launched version of the BrahMos supersonic missile with an indigenous seeker and booster.
“The Indian Navy successfully conducted a precision hit in the Arabian Sea using a ship-launched BrahMos missile with an indigenous seeker and booster manufactured by the Defense Research and Development Organization,” the Navy said in a statement.