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There's more to the Fleet Air Arm than the F-35B... 1SL Fellow Lita-Lee Jarrold lays out the vital work undertaken by all elements of the Fleet Air Arm (FAA) in maintaining not just the Carrier Strike capability for which it is best known, but the Continuous At Sea Deterrent, Littoral Response Groups, and ad hoc tasking in support of Home Office and inter-agency tasks forces. Focusing on the Merlin Helicopter Force, Lita-Lee emphasises how investment in these airframes and functions underpins the UK's defence at home and abroad. This article represents a double first: the first Royal United Services Institute Defence Studies paper by a Fellow; and Lita-Lee's first ever published research output. Not only that, but Lita-Lee is our first Junior Rate (Leading Airman) to ever submit externally - so huge congratulations are in order! https://lnkd.in/eqv8dPdW

The core aim of our GECO military electronic flight bag is to enhance the safety of its users. The system provides a range of aircrew assistance features to provide accurate and timely information about the operating environment. Key features include: 🟠 Instantaneous diversion indication, providing the user with an automatic selection of appropriate options based on the aircraft criteria. 🟠 Flight checklist hosting, allowing the user to quickly and easily work through complex emergency handling. 🟠 Airfield information which is presented at a single touch of a button. A second touch presents the user with approach plates. 🟠 Obstacle and terrain awareness which provide the user with critical information about the terrain and any obstacles which may pose a risk to the aircraft’s safety. https://lnkd.in/dfrcYh7 #Inzpire #DefenceIndustry #DefenseIndustry #Aerospace #AerospaceIndustry #Aviation #AviationTechnology #AviationIndustry #MilitaryAviation #MilitaryTechnology #DefenceTechnology #DefenseTechnology

KONGSBERG upgrades the Norwegian Armed Forces' Bell helicopters 🚁 Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services AS has secured an agreement with Forsvarsmateriell - Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency to upgrade the Bell 412 helicopters used by Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces. This initiative aims to ensure these helicopters can continue to support the special forces and the Army until the new fleet becomes operational. "The government's long-term plan includes enhancing helicopter capacity. Upgrading the Bell 412 guarantees immediate readiness, ensuring the Armed Forces maintain strong operational capabilities during the transition to new helicopters," says Minister of Defence, Bjørn Arild Gram. The Armed Forces operate 18 Bell 412 helicopters stationed at the Rygge and Bardufoss air bases. "We are honoured to be entrusted with the task of upgrading the Armed Forces' helicopters to enhance their operational availability. This agreement highlights how the industry can provide expertise and capability, becoming a valuable partner for the Air Force, when necessary," says André Jægtvik, President of KAMS. 🔗 Read the full press release here: https://brnw.ch/21wMik2 📷: Marit Myhre / Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces #Bell412 #KAMS #DefenceIndustry

Interesting times ahead in working out how to best leverage our FIMAA&EASA experiences for the benefit of our friends and allies in Norwegian EMAR controlled environment

The MiG-31M represents the pinnacle of military aviation development in the USSR, which is why a certain amount of information about it is still confidential. It has been established that the MiG-31M outperforms all the aircraft in the world in its class by almost 500km/h in terms of maximum speed. Each MiG-31 can operate both autonomously and as an air command centre, directing the work of other interceptors, attached fighters and ground-based air defence assets. The power of the onboard computer and communication equipment is sufficient for this purpose. Once in service, the MiG-31 considerably reduced the frequency of flights by American spy planes.

The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) has confirmed that Norway is set to finalize its acquisition of F-35 fighter jets by May 2025. This marks the completion of a year-long delivery pause, with the upcoming batch comprising the final 12 jets from Norway’s total order of 52 aircraft. The acquisition was originally intended to enhance the operational capabilities of the Royal Norwegian Air Force. #Norway #F35 #RoyalNorwegianAirForce #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce #pilots

Refueling aircraft midair, commonly known as aerial refueling or air-to-air refueling, is a process that allows military and some civilian aircraft to receive fuel from a tanker aircraft while in flight. This capability extends the range and endurance of the receiving aircraft, enabling them to stay airborne longer without the need to land for refueling.✈️💪

High readiness fighter aircraft from six Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) nations scrambled in quick succession to intercept and escort U.S. Air Force bombers in a multinational exercise demonstrating their readiness to defend northern European airspace and NATO’s North Atlantic flank. In the latest iteration of Exercise Global Guardian, Quick Response Alert (QRA) fast jets from the UK, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland scrambled, intercepted and conducted rolling handovers with, for the first time, a flight of two U.S. B-52s on June 18, 2024. During the flight from RAF Fairford in the UK to home stations in the United States, the bombers simulated a long-range aviation patrol by an unfriendly nation. Once they left European airspace, the flight split up they were then intercepted by U.S. and Canadian QRA jets. After its inauguration in February 2024, exercise Global Guardian is set to become a regular fixture involving nations from the JEF, the U.S. and NATO’s Air Command. Its purpose is to demonstrate a seamless response to any unfriendly or suspicious air activity. Global Guardian is confirmation of the European contribution towards defence in depth of the North American landmass. Exercises such as Global Guardian are sending a clear message that deter malign activity and reassure friends. The JEF played a key role in this exercise by coordinating the unified strategic communications effort and aligning it with NATO and the U.S. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/g7CtkDmm

🌍✈️ Boeing KC-46 Pegasus: Revolutionizing Aerial Refueling for the USAF! As a vital asset to the United States Air Force, the Boeing KC-46 Pegasus is transforming the landscape of aerial refueling. This state-of-the-art tanker aircraft not only enhances mission capabilities but also ensures that our forces remain ready to respond to any challenge. Here’s why the KC-46 is a game-changer: 🚀 Advanced Technology: Equipped with cutting-edge avionics and a robust refueling system, the KC-46 can support a wide variety of military aircraft, ensuring operational flexibility across the globe. 🔄 Versatility: Whether it's refueling fighter jets, bombers, or transport aircraft, the KC-46's multi-role capability enables it to adapt to diverse mission requirements, including humanitarian aid and disaster relief. 💪 Increased Range and Endurance: With its ability to extend the range of combat and support aircraft, the KC-46 enhances the U.S. military's global reach and readiness, allowing for sustained operations far from home bases. 🌐 Global Partnerships: As the KC-46 integrates into various air forces around the world, it fosters international cooperation and strengthens alliances, proving that collaboration is key in modern warfare. The Boeing KC-46 Pegasus is not just an aircraft; it’s a vital part of our national security strategy. Its advanced capabilities ensure that our airmen and women are equipped to face any challenge with confidence. What are your thoughts on the future of aerial refueling? Let’s discuss! #Boeing #KCPegasus #AerialRefueling #USAF #AviationInnovation #MilitaryAviation #Defense #Aerospace

*** 📰&📸 2024.04.03. 🇺🇸 🔂 🇬🇷 🔀 🇪🇺... Extract : [...] The government has drafted a multi-billion, 10-year #purchasing #plan, that includes acquiring up to 40 new #F35 #fighter #jets from the U.S. and three frigates from France. #Athens is also in #talks with the #UnitedStates to co-#design and #build #Constellation-class# frigates for the Greek Navy. [...] 🔙 2011-08 & European mistakes (🇩🇪, 🇨🇵, 🇳🇱,...) during Greek indebt crisis too... *** https://lnkd.in/eQjaHBMB