Royal Air Force to Become a Digital Power
United Kingdom Defence Ministry released the 2022 Equipment Plan on November 29, 2022, giving hints about the aircraft that will retire.
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U.S. lifts restrictions preventing sales of F-16s to Turkiye
The House and Senate Armed Services Committees released the NDAA, to add $45 billion to the Biden administration’s initial budget request.
ROK To Acquire Chinook
The State Department has approved a possible FMS to the ROK of CH-47F helicopters and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.5 billion.
Bundeswehr Raises Concerns Over US F-35 jet Deal
The German Federal Defence Ministry informs the parliament about risks associated with the Lockheed Martin's F-35A lightning II acquisition.
Army’s Future Assault is Selected
The US Army selected the V-280 as the winner of the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft programme to replace the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk on 5 December 2022.
Saudi Arabia to Invest in Rafale and FCAS
Saudi Arabia is interested in acquiring 100-200 Rafale fighter jets and participating in the new FCAS fighter aircraft.
Greece Receives the ninth Rafale
Greece took delivery of the ninth Rafale aircraft it ordered for France.
Baykar’s Turbofan Powered KIZILELMA performed an Hop Test
Baykar’s Turbofan Powered KIZILELMA took-off but did not perform an actual maiden flight according to the released video. The KIZILELMA was on Hop Test.
The First B-21 Unveils
Northrop Grumman unveiled B-21 Raider. The strategic bomber is developed to replace existing U.S. Air Force Bombers as a part of the Long Range Bomber Program.
Russia to deploy Su-57’s at 23rd Fighter Aviation Regiment
Russia's 23rd Fighter Aviation Regiment has been selected as the primary unit to receive the Su-57 jets. The pilots are undergoing theoretical training.
FAC may acquire Saab’s Gripen Fighters
Colombian Air Force’s (FAC) IAI, Kfir, might be replaced by Swedish Saab Gripen fighter jets as they will be withdrawn from service soon.
Demonstrator Deal Inks for FCAS
New developments exist on the FCAS front. Germany claimed there was an agreement on industrial participation, while French Dassault denied it.
The United Kingdom Cancels Additional A400M Acquisition
The United Kingdom wraps up additional A400M procurement plans. The budget constraints are the main reason for the decision.
US Deploys Eight MQ-9 Reaper UAVs to Greece
The US has deployed eight MQ-9 Reaper UAVs to Larissa Air Base in central Greece, where a new American base is being created.
