Category -- Air -- The Defense Post

Jan- 2024 -

4 January

A Thales Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission Compact radar is seen parked in a field with trees in the back. The green-colored truck has a tall antenna propped on its back, with a panel that appears to be the radar.

Juster Domingo

Lithuania to Upgrade Aerial Defenses With Thales Ground Master Radars

Lithuania has signed an agreement to acquire Thales Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission Compact radars.

4 January

A Ukrainian serviceman holds an anti-aircraft weapon as they scan for possible air targets, onboard a boat as it patrols the northwestern part of the Black Sea

Staff Writer With AFP

Ukraine’s Mobile Air Defenses Have Ammo for ‘Few More Attacks:’ Commander

Ukraine's mobile air defenses have enough ammunition for a few more attacks but then will need more Western aid, a senior military commander said.

4 January

Staff Writer With AFP

Norway to Send F-16s to Denmark for Ukraine Pilot Training

Norway said it would send two F-16 fighter jets to Denmark to help train Ukrainian pilots in the use of the planes.

3 January

A gray Turkish Aerospace Industries Anka-3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle is seen flying above the clouds. The warplane is largely flat-shaped, with its four landing wheels jutting out underneath. The background is a light blue sky, with white clouds reflecting the sun's orange rays below.

Juster Domingo

Turkey’s Anka-3 Drone Completes Maiden Flight

Turkey's Anka-3 combat drone has passed its first test flight, flying for one hour and 10 minutes and reaching an altitude of 8,000 feet.

3 January

Four gray Republic of Korea Air Force fighter jets are seen flying high above a landscape with a wide, winding river passing through it.

Juster Domingo

South Korea, Poland Sign Mutual Military Airworthiness Certification

South Korea and Poland have signed a deal to establish a mutual recognition process for military airworthiness certification.

3 January

Joe Saballa

UK’s New ‘Frontline-Ready’ Apache Chopper Toppled by Strong Winds

The British Army’s latest Apache AH-64E attack helicopter was toppled over by harsh winds while stationary at the Army Aviation Center in Hampshire.

2 January

Staff Writer With AFP

Ukraine Says Downed All Russian Kinzhal Missiles With Patriots

Ukraine said that US-supplied Patriot surface-to-air missile systems downed all 10 Kinzhal ballistic missiles Russia fired at the country in its large-scale attack.

2 January

A Mitsubishi SH-60L is seen flying above the sea. The white-gray helicopter has "02" painted in black on its side. The background shows a mountainous shoreline, as well as the calm waters in its front. The sky is slightly gloomy and cloudy.

Juster Domingo

Japan Finishes SH-60L Naval Combat Helicopter Development

Japan has completed the development of its newest SH-60L helicopter for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).

Dec- 2023 -

29 December

European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell speaks during press conference

Staff Writer With AFP

EU’s Borrell Slams Russia’s ‘Cowardly’ Ukraine Strikes

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell condemned Russia's bombardment of Ukrainian cities on Friday, says targeted civilians.

29 December

A dark green-colored light-armed helicopter is seen flying over a forest landscape.

Juster Domingo

South Korea Announces $1.1-Billion Attack Helicopter Deal

South Korea has signed a $1.1 billion contract with Korea Aerospace Industries to produce its second batch of light-armed helicopters.

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