UAE-based Calidus showcases new B-250 light attack aircraft
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Calidus LLC is an industrial machinery and equipment company located in Abu Dhabi, has unveiled new B-250 light attack aircraft during Dubai Airshow 2017. The B-250 – previously designated the Bader – was designed in collaboration with the Brazilian vendor Novaer and Rockwell Collins in the U.S. Novaer was responsible for the B-250’s airframe. In fact, the lead […]
Antonov expects to garner interest from Middle East countries
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The Ukrainian state-owned aircraft manufacturer Antonov, which part of the UkrOboronProm concern, has successfully displayed the concepts and newly designed and produced transport aircraft at the Dubai Airshow in UAE. During the exhibition, the Antonov has displayed new AN-132D and AN-70 aircraft and unveiled project of new AN-178 and an improved version of AN-70 aircraft, called AN-77. The company seeks […]
M-346FA light fighter aircraft makes Dubai Airshow debut
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The M-346FA (Fighter Attack) fighter variant of the advanced Italian trainer jet made its debut at Dubai Aishow 2017. The new variant is designed to provide enhanced mission performance to the air forces on the battlefield. The M-346FA combat aircraft can be deployed in ground support roles, including air-to-ground attack, tactical, close air support (CAS), […]
Leonardo announced completion of the first delivery of its Falco EVO to in the Middle East
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Leonardo, at the Dubai Air Show 2017 exhibition, has announced the completion of the first delivery of its Falco EVO Remotely-Piloted Air System (RPAS) to its launch customer in the Middle East. The first of the newly-built aircraft was completed in August with the acceptance test carried out at Leonardo’s RPAS design and construction facility […]
Airbus showcases its new C295 Armed ISR version at the Dubai Airshow 2017
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Airbus Defence and Space is showcasing its new C295 Armed ISR (Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance) version at the Dubai Airshow. A C295 is exhibited on static display flanked by a wide range of weapons which have been selected to be integrated onto this versatile platform. The company has signed a series of agreements with air-to-surface […]
Dubai Airshow 2017: China offers new unmanned aerial vehicles
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Two Chinese-developed series of unmanned aerial vehicles have become highlights of the ongoing Dubai Airshow. That was reported by CCTV+. The series of planes are called “Wing Loong” and “Yunying”. During the airshow, the full-scale models of the planes are on display to the public for the first time. To let visitors learn more about the […]
UAE announced plans to upgrade its F-16 fighter jets
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The UAE Armed Forces announced plans to upgrade its fleet of F-16 fighter jets to the latest standard. According to officials, UAE’s government has awarded Lockheed Martin a US$1.6 billion for to upgrade its fleet of 80 Lockheed Martin F-16E/F fighters. “The UAE Air Force flies the most advanced fourth-generation fighter in the world—the F-16 Block 60 ‘Desert Falcon,'” according to […]
Ukraine’s unique AN-70 STOL aircraft to take part in the Dubai Airshow 2017
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On November 10, 2017, the unique Antonov AN-70 short takeoff and landing (STOL) multipurpose cargo aircraft, flew from Gostomel to UAE, to have an international debut at the International Dubai Airshow 2017. At the Dubai Airshow, which runs from 12th to 16th November 2017, Antonov company will showcase its new transport aircraft, included modern AN-132D and unique […]
Nimr confirms the sale of special operations vehicles to Turkmenistan
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The UAE-based Company NIMR has confirmed the sale of the undisclosed number of AJBAN LRSOVs (Long Range Special Operations Vehicle) to Turkmenistan, said Jeremy Binnie. According to the company, the Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan had requested an undisclosed number of AJBAN LRSOVs in bespoke configurations. The vehicles are designed for long-range reconnaissance missions, and are helicopter transportable, capable of accessing all terrains […]
Antonov An-132D to make Middle East debut at Dubai Airshow
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Antonov’s new transport and special mission aircraft, the An-132D, will make its Middle East debut at the Dubai Airshow 2017 in the United Arab Emirates. Antonov An-132D aircraft for the first time will take part in demonstration flights at the Dubai Airshow for to show its capabilities and the maneuverability. The aircraft is developed by Antonov […]