Common datalink for airborne reconnaissance

Article Abstract:

The US Defense advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)-Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Advanced Information Technology Systems Joint Program Office selected two contractor teams for the second phase of the Tactical Common Data Link (TCDL) program. Harris along with GEC-Marconi Hazeltine and TSI TelSys acquires an $8 million modification to an existing deal and will tender $2 million as its share. Meanwhile, a $6 million modification to an existing contract was also awarded to L3 Communications with Rockwell Collins. The office chose the teams, which will build, test and demonstrate prototype units, being the contracting and technical agent for the Defense Airborne Reconnaissance Office (DARO). The teams will also deliver one surface and five airborne terminals.

Use of services, Contracts & orders received, Reconnaissance Aircraft, Article, Dept/Ministry of Defense

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Super Hornet's speed and range raise concerns

Article Abstract:

Boeing's Super Hornet fighter F/A-18E/F speed and range deficiencies are the subject of a report from the Pentagon's director of operational and test evaluation (DOT&E). The DOT&E report revealed that MiG-29 and Su-27 have greater acceleration and turning capabilities than any of the Super Hornet models. The report also stated that the Super Hornet did not meet expectations during its testing in 1998. The aircraft's problems are caused by aircraft drag due to wing drop. The report also indicated that correcting the aircraft's wing drop problems will have negative effects on its drag and rate capabilities.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Fighter Aircraft, Fighter planes

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CH-47D moves closer towards greater role in digitized battlefield

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Boeing Co has been awarded a $76-million engineering and manufacturing development contract to convert CH-47D Chinook helicopters to CH-47F standard under the US Army's $3.1-billion Improved Cargo Helicopter program. The upgrade would involve changes to the airframes, replacement of the analog cockpit and installation of the more powerful AlliedSignal Aerospace T55-GA-714A turboshaft in place of the T55-L-712.

New orders received, Military Helicopters

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