Stephen Kuper
AuthorAustralia’s first Triton takes to the skies
November 14, 2023 0 commentThis milestone achievement marks major progress as Northrop Grumman and the RAAF proceed towards delivery of the first aircraft in 2024. The first flight lasted approximately six hours and 24 minutes and included a range of tests, namely airworthiness evaluations such as engine, flight control and fuel system checks.
Read moreB-21 Raider takes flight for the first time
November 13, 2023 0 commentThis milestone flight marks the first, public successful flight of a sixth-generation combat aircraft, with Northrop Grumman describing the aircraft as the world’s “first sixth-generation aircraft” and a major step change for the US Air Force’s global strike capabilities.
Read moreFirst flight for enhanced AH-64E Apache set to replace Tigers
October 12, 2023 0 commentThe upgraded E-model Apache, known as Version 6.5 or V6.5, is the next configuration of the world’s premier attack helicopter. Australia plans to acquire 29 AH-64E Apaches to be built by Boeing as part of the multi-billion-dollar LAND 4503 Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter program to replace the Army’s troubled ARH Tiger helicopters.
Read moreUS Navy grants Triton IOC ahead of Australia delivery
September 15, 2023 0 commentThe move is hugely significant for Australia, with the first delivery of the uncrewed aircraft set for next year and an inaugural flight imminent.
Read moreAussie Poseidons, Wedgetails get a local paint job
July 20, 2023 0 commentRepainting is the final step of the P-8A and E-7A’s deeper maintenance services performed by Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) around every 72 months and involves stripping the aircraft back to bare metal, inspecting and repairing for corrosion, defects and dents, and painting and applying decals.
Read moreAussie Wedgetail to provide overwatch for Ukrainian assistance
July 11, 2023 0 commentPrime Minister Anthony Albanese, Defence Minister Richard Marles, and Foreign Minister Penny Wong have confirmed Australia will deploy a Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft to Germany to help protect a vital gateway of international humanitarian and military assistance to Ukraine.
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