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Aerospace procurement, policy and technology news from around the world.
Future military helicopters: Survivability, threats and autonomy [Interview]
January 14 by Adam MusprattMajor Dana Howe, AH-1Z Instructor Pilot, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One discusses air-defense systems, autonomous platforms and the role of rotary-wing in the future
How the APKWS is improving the Hydra-70: BAE Systems interview
January 01 by Adam MusprattThe Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) is turning unguided-Hydra-70 rockets into guided munitions, giving aircraft a light and inexpensive way of achieving guided capabilities
INF Treaty: How strong are Russia's long-range strike capabilities?
December 17 by James BosbotinisThe collapse of the INF Treaty will increase instability and Russia's long-range missile capabilities
Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS): Enabling precision-guided rockets
December 07 by Adam MusprattThe APKWS is a simple to use, plug and play system, that gives rockets pinpoint accuracy. In this interview, Marc Casseres from BAE Systems tells Defence IQ how to effectively use the system and where...
Is a European Union army realistic?
November 19 by Leïla BendimeredTalk of a European army has led to heated debate over the state of the transatlantic partnership, NATO and European defence spending. Is there actually cause for concern?
Belgium and the F-35: How will the purchase affect NATO and European strategy?
November 06 by Leïla BendimeredThe decision to buy F-35s shouldn't come as a shock, but an increasing spread of F-35 in Europe has put Airbus and Dassault on edge.
Will the Airbus H145M be Europe’s future light helicopter? Part 1
November 02 by Georg MaderMark R. Henning, programme director of Airbus Helicopter‘s sat down with Defence IQ to discuss the H145Ms live-firing demonstrations in Hungary and procurement prospects
Will the Airbus H145M be Europe’s future light helicopter? Part 2
November 02 by Georg MaderMark R. Henning, programme director of Airbus Helicopter‘s sat down with DIB to discuss the H145Ms live-firing demonstrations in Hungary and procurement prospects
Thales on turning dumb rockets into smart missiles
October 29 by Georg MaderDaniel Emonts, programme manager at Thales Airborne Armament Division, explains to Defence IQ how rotary munitions are evolving
Is there a future for the SU-57?
September 17 by Georg MaderRussia’s T-50 / Su-57 project – launched in 2010 – has suffered a decisive setback.
Future Trends in Military Airlift
September 14 by Defence IQ DigitalWe surveyed the international airlift community on their assessment, future expectations and investment, and challenges in this crucial area of logistics
How to win and manage defence contracts
September 06 by Adam MusprattGovernments today are looking towards small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across different sectors for the best offers on front-line equipment. Here is how you can get in on the action.