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24 January

An Australian Army CH-47F Chinook helicopter from the 5th Aviation Regiment taxis through a water arch to celebrate Boeing Aircrewman Instructor, Andrew Fieldhouse as he completes a final flight in the CH-47 Chinook at RAAF Base Townsville, Queensland. *** Local Caption *** On 29 June 2022, before his retirement former Australian Army and now Boeing Aircrewman Instructor, Andrew Fieldhouse took one last flight in a 5th Aviation Regiment Chinook helicopter. In recognition of his years of service, the Townsville Airfield Rescue and Fire Fighting team provided a Water Arch Salute where he was greeted by well-wishers to mark the final flight. Andrew Fieldhouse served a total of 40 years of which 30 were served with the Army Aviation capability.

Boeing to Extend Australian Army Chinook Fleet Support

Australia has awarded Boeing a $28.8 million contract to extend support services for 14 CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters.

24 January

Rojoef Manuel

Allison, L&T to Deliver Transmission for Next Indian Army Combat Vehicle

Allison Transmission has teamed up with Larsen & Toubro to provide its 3040 MX propulsion solution for the Indian Army’s futuristic infantry combat vehicle prototype.

24 January

A Karen fighter holds a rocket launcher while standing guard at Oo Kray Kee village in Kayin state near the Thai-Myanmar border

Staff Writer With AFP

Fighting Flares Between Junta and Rebels in Southern Myanmar

Fighting has flared in recent days between Myanmar junta forces and rebels opposed to their rule, officials and locals said.

24 January

Joe Saballa

France Says Willing to Transfer Military Tech, Weapons to India

France is willing to provide India with the “best technology” to modernize its armed forces, French ambassador Emmanuel Lenain said.

24 January

Inder Singh Bisht

Japan Approves Development of Interchangeable Warhead Cruise Missile: Report

The Japanese government has approved a cruise missile development compatible with reconnaissance, radar jamming, and conventional use warheads.

20 January

Staff Writer With AFP

US, Philippines Vow to Boost Security Ties to Address ‘Flashpoints’

The US and the Philippines vowed to "invigorate" defense cooperation to address shared security concerns, including disputes over the South China Sea.

20 January