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Boeing to Modernize U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Fleet
Boeing has been awarded a contract to modernize the U.S. Navy F/A-18 fleet, extending the life of existing Super Hornets from 6,000 to 9,000+ flight hours. In the early 2020s, Boeing will begin installing initial updates to the aircraft that will
Airbus, Safran to Equip Aircraft with Helicopter Data Monitoring Systems
Airbus Helicopters and Safran Electronic and Defense have signed a letter of intent for the distribution of helicopter data monitoring systems. The systems can be integrated on all Airbus helicopters not already equipped with the Helionix avionics
First Sikorsky Combat Rescue Helicopter Enters Final Assembly
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is beginning final assembly of the first HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter, which will bring unprecedented capability enhancements to the U.S. Air Force rescue mission. The timing of final assembly supports
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16 Nov 2025Atlantis, The Palm Dubai - United Arab Emirates
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