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The article evaluates several unusual vehicles which were dispalyed at a roadshow in January 2011 including the Avro Vulcan B2 bomber by Albany Motors Ltd., the M1A1 tank recovery vehicle by Ward La France, the CUP 56W tractor by Monitor Engineering.

The development of Chinese airpower will continue to be a major defence theme in 2021, as observers look for enhancements of existing types and the possible emergence of a new stealth bomber. Arguably the biggest news came in October, when footage emerged of a Xian H-6N bomber carrying a long-rumoured ballistic missile along its centreline. [Extracted from the article]

Presents updates on the aircraft industry as of May 2005. Programme launched by the U.S. Armed Forces for the enhancement of the C-5 Galaxy strategic airlifter; Improvements made on the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber; Value of the Multi-Platform Radar Technology Insertion Programme of Northrop Grumman.

The article examines the development of the Long Range Strike-Bomber (LSR-B), a strategic bomber with stealth capabilities, by the U.S. Air Force. A statement by Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta that the U.S. will develop a new bomber is cited. It is noted that the LRS-B development program is continuing despite planned reductions in the budget for the Department of Defense.

The article reports on the conditions defence aerospace industry in Russia in 2012. It mentions the growth of the production orders of the re-armament package from the industry's domestic customers. The article also discusses the replacement of the Tupolev Tu-95 and Tu-160 as well as the plan of pursuing a next-generation bomber.

The article reports on the decision of the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to make its next-generation bomber supersonic and manned. Given the budget and time-scale pressures it is not a surprising decision, but the USAF still faces financial and technical challenges if it is to field a new long-range strike aircraft by 2018. The USAF appears to want to minimise the risk and cost to maximise the chances its next bomber will be delivered on time, within budget and in sufficient numbers.

Ongoing trials will assess viability of releasing cruise missiles from cargo ramp of a transport aircraft [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Russia has begun building its first stealth bomber, according to a 26 May report from state news agency TASS. Firm details of the PAK DA configuration have not been -revealed, but indications suggest that it could be similar to the US Air Force's -(USAF's) Northrop Grumman B-2. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides information on the Chinese military aircraft industry including the exports of the military aircraft to countries like North Korea and highlights the type of service exported including bombers, MiG fighter planes, and Jet trainers. Particular focus is given to the lack of buyers of the FC-31 defense aircraft and success in exports from the sales of unmanned aerial vehicle.

The article reports that the U.S. Air Force's next-generation nuclear weapon is expected to communicate directly with its delivery platform. It is said that a nuclear cruise missile communicating digitally with its delivery aircraft will ensure security, safety and surety. The Air Force's Northrop Grumman B-21 bomber will be linked to the long-range standoff (LRSO) weapon.

South Dakota site one of three chosen for stealthy bomber's initial deployment, with deliveries due from mid-2020s [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports on the contract received by aerospace firm Boeing Defense Space & Security from the U.S. Air Force for incorporating the Long Range Stand-Off (LRSO) cruise missile with the aerial warfare service's fleet of B-52H bombers.

The article offers information on the launching of a planned five-flight test campaign Kratos Defense & Security Solution. Topics discussed include information on the use of the XQ-58A Valkyrie demonstrator for test campaign; discussions on the efforts of the Air Force Research laboratory for the low cost attritable aircraft technology; and the information on the flight testing based on the aerodynamic performance.

The article reports on the delivery of the long-range anti-ship missiles (LRASM) by aerospace and defense company Lockheed Martin to the U.S. Air Force through the Boeing B-1B bomber fleet.

The article reports that the U.S. Department of Defense has highlighted the strides that Beijing is making with its bomber fleet among other airpower capabilities, in its annualreport to Congress about military developments in China.

The article reports that strategi transition series of Boeing bomber airplanes which include B-21 Raider; B-1s; and B-21s; and approach of the U.S. Air Force for the same.

The article discusses comments made by Global Strike Command chief General Robin Rand stating that the re-engining of the United States Air Force's Boeing B-52H bomber planes fleet will begin soon.

The article reports on the manufacture of the updated Tu-160 strategic bomber by aerospace company Tupolev on its manufacturing plant in Kazan, Russia, the roll out of the first example on November 16, 2017 and the plan to introduce the M2-standard bombers in 2023.

The article presents some of the historic and significant events related to aviation including the official debut of the Mosquito light bomber in 1942, the launch of Concorde 001 aircraft in 1967 and the announcement of bidders for flag-carrier Qantas Airways Ltd. in 1992.

The article offers comments from Randall Walden, the head of the U.S. Air Force's Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO), regarding the decision by then-defense secretary Robert Gates to move management of the B-21 Raider programme to the RCO.

The article focuses on an analysis of hypersonic weapon by the U.S. Air Force (USAF) as ballistic missiles along with its integration in bomber aircraft; and involvement of the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in funding tactical boost glide (TBG) program for hypersonic weapon.

The article offers information on topics related to airline flights including the campaign to develop a permanent home for the Avro Vulcan XH558 bomber airplane, the Marks & Spencer sandwiches and other snacks serve in airplanes, and the cost-cutting initiatives by International Airlines Group (IAG). Also mentioned are the strategy to deal with Kim Jong-un, leader of North Korea, and the beer to be named Betsy by airline company Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd.

The article reports on the added preliminary design review (PDR) that was passed by the U.S. Air Force (USAF) for the Northrop Grumman B-21 bomber aircraft after an appeal on the contract award.

The article reports on the effort to save the last Avro Vulcan, a jet-powered tailless delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber, which was operated by the Great Britain Royal Air Force from 1956 until 1984. Vulcan to the Sky Trust is the charity that restored XH558 and flew her at air shows for eight years. However, the bomber was placed in storage due to funding challenge.

The article discusses the periodical's achieve that includes illustration of October 27 as a date for completion of journey by the British airplanes, involvement of technicians in repairing bombers at record time and description of aerospace firm Airbus Industries sale initiation.

The article covers stories and issues related to the aviation industry as of October 2016. Topics include the lack of new airlines expressing interest in using the airport terminal in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, the U.S. Air Force receiving 4,600 submissions after calling on service members to suggest names for the new B-21 bomber aircraft, and the claim by the Iraqi transport minister that the world's first airport was built in ancient Iraq.

The article reports that the U.S. Air Force is planning to acquire the Northrop Grumman B-21 bomber fleet. The B-21 is one of the USAF's top three acquisition priorities, along with the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II and Boeing KC-46A Pegasus tanker. The bomber is expected to enter low-rate initial production after fiscal year 2021. The USAF is reported to have invited retired Lt Col Dick Cole, the last surviving member of 1942's "Doolittle Raid" on Tokyo.

The article examines the development by Russia's aerospace industries of the PAK-DA, a strategic bomber for the country's air force to supplement its 2012 fleet of Tupolev bombers. The priority given air force procurement by President Vladimir Putin in overall defense procurement is noted. Research on hypersonic aeronautics and airplanes conducted in Russia is examined as possible indications of the eventual design of the PAK-DA.

An interview with Kaz Kicinski, retire site director at Gardner Aerospace, is presented. Kicinski tells about his early career in the automotive and electronic product manufacturing industry in Great Britain and discusses his interest in aviation which started in the building of a model radio-controlled Lancaster bomber in the 1990s. He talks bout his responsibilities as site director at the factory of Gardner Aerospace in Mielec, Poland.

The article focuses on the selection by the U.S. Air Force of the key suppliers for the Northrop Grumman B-21 bomber. Topics covered include the selection of Pratt & Whitney as engine provider for bomber, the defense by Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James on the lack of diversity in the combat engine supply base and the possibility for Spirit AeroSystems to produce large composite structures for the bomber.

The article offers information on the B-21 bomber aircraft from Northrop Grumman.

The article reports that the U.S. government cleared Northrop Grumman Corp. to resume bomber programme after selection is ruled in line with regulations, rejecting a Boeing attempt to overturn its selection.

The article discusses the cavernous production facility called Building 401 or Site 4 of aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, California to be used for the production of the long-range strike bomber (LRS-B) for the U.S. Air Force. Topics covered include the previous uses of the facility according to Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems president Tom Vice, the possible expansion of the facility, and the noted internal changes in the aerospace sector of Northrop Grumman.

This section offers aerospace industry news briefs as of September 29, 2015 on topics including the Avro Vulcan XH558 strategic bomber aircraft, Airbus executive John Leahy, and the Aerovista lease advertisement for the Tupolev Tu-204 passenger aircraft.

The article reports on the compliance of the U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) to the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) by modifying its Boeing B-52 bomber aircraft fleet.

The article reports updates on the Long-Range Strike Bomber (LRS-B) development project proposed by the U.S. Air Force (USAF). Topics discussed include the bidding participation of aerospace firms Northrop Grumman, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin in the project, the LRS-B prototype testing and design activities performed, and the LRS-B aircraft design flexibility allowed by the USAF for the project.

The article focuses on the collaboration between Boeing Co.,'s Phantom Works advanced research unit and Advanced Systems Inc. to develop an innovative aircraft system. The system is designed to provide faster, higher and more efficient air forces worldwide. Advanced Systems is also inventing innovative aircraft system for next-generation bomber. Moreover, Boeing has received a study contract from the Aviation Applied Technology Directorate to develop heavylift solutions.

The article discusses the unmanned strike aircraft concept of the U.S. Air Force. Designing the aircraft to be unmannable could defuse the debate over whether the next bomber should be manned or unmanned. The concept of phasing in unmanned capability could also help achieve both the air force's aggressive initial operational capability target of 2018 and its stated goal of having 40% of its long-range strike capability unmanned.

The article reports on the efforts of Russia's defense industry as of August 2015 to pursue modernization and gap-filling initiatives amid challenging fiscal weakening. Topics include the Russian government and industry's work to address gaps in the industry's portfolio, the industry's ability to support based on the scope and breadth of Russia's shopping list which includes next-generation bombers, and the importance of the PAK FA as the cornerstone of Russian fighter jet modernization.

The article reports on the challenges facing the long-range strike bomber (LRS-B) program of the U.S. Air Force in the coming years. Topics discussed include the lack of sufficient government funding for the modernization of the country's nuclear warfare capability and increasing competition for nuclear modernization from other branches of the U.S. military which include the nuclear submarine force of the U.S. Navy and the cruise missile program of the U.S. Air Force.

The author comments on the next generation nuclear bomber program of the U.S. Air Force and mentions the morale problem facing the U.S. nuclear bomber force.

The article offers a look at the performance of the factory complex of Boeing, a company that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotor craft, rockets and satellites, on the south shore of Lake Washington, as well as the challenges the facility faces. Topics covered include the number of B-29 bombers built by the Renton workforce in July 1945 alone, the projected aircraft deliveries in 2017 and 2018 and the changes in how aircraft are built.

The article reports that U.S. Air Force nuclear chief and Major General Garrett Harencak has expressed his confidence that its bomber programme is on track despite delays in awarding development contract as of May 2015. Topics include the support given by Harecak to the funding reduction proposed by the U.S. House Armed Services Committee for fiscal year 2016, and the required funding for the programme over the next five years.

The author comments on the U.S. military's 2016 budget request. Included in the request are increases in Lockheed Martin F-35 aircraft production, funding for the U.S. Air Force to develop a bomber and increased production of the Boeing KC-46 tanker. Possible allocation to programs like long-range cruise missile development and replacement for the Northrop T-38C advanced jet trainer is suggested. The author points out that the budget exceeds the spending caps under the Budget Control Act.

The article reports developments in the aviation sector in various eras as of October 2014 such as the unimpressive tactics used by German bombers 75 years ago and the description made by British Minister of Defence for the Royal Air Force (RAF), Hugh Fraser, on the RAF's V-bombers 50 years ago.

The article reports that the Russian aerospace industries firm Kuznetsov Design Bureau has been given the contract to develop jet engines for a new bomber plane for the country's air force.

The article reports on the August 19, 2013, crash involving a U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber near Broadus, Montana.

The article presents a photograph of a Lancaster bomber NX611 aircraft in Lancashire, England from the Internet user andyxh558.