Combat aircraft: the new breed is coming

Article Abstract:

The article features major new-generation combat aircraft being developed around the world. The feature article provides status report on developments on new-generation combat aircraft, fourth and a half or fifth generation, their operational and commercial implications. Combat aircraft covered includes Joint Strike Fighter (JSF), the Lockheed Martin F-22 RAPTOR, the JAS-39 GRIPEN, Boeing F/A-18E/F Super HORNET, the EUROFIGHTER, the Dassault RAFALE, and the Chengdu F-10.

Strategy & planning, World, Fighter Aircraft, Boeing Co., Lockheed Martin Corp., Fighter planes, Chengdu Aircraft Corp., Article, F/A-18E/F, F-22, Joint Strike Fighter, Dassault, Chengdu F-10, Dassault RAFALE, EUROFIGHTER, F-10, F-22 RAPTOR, F/A-18E/F Super HORNET, GRIPEN, JAS-39, JAS-39 GRIPEN, RAPTOR, Super HORNET

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Going 'Stars & Stripes.'(Letter )

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Issues are examined concerning the Italian Government's decision to purchase Boeing 767 Tanker/Transports to replace converted 707s in the Air Force. Several political and industrial questions are raised, including specification requirements and financial issues.

General services, Aircraft, International politics, Military Aircraft, Purchasing, Military policy, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials, Martino, Anonio, Boeing 767 (Aircraft)

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MEADS to proceed

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NATO MEADS Management Agency granted MEADS International a US$216.35 million contract for the Risk Reduction Effort phase of the program. The U.S. financed 55%, Germany 28% and Italy 17%.

United States, Germany, Financial management, Finance, Defense industry, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Company financing, Defence industry, MEADS International

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