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Eurosam – a joint venture (JV) of MBDA France, MBDA Italy, and Thales – has commenced system trials of the SAMP/T NG ( ) next-generation long-range, ground-based air missile defence system, ahead of planned deliveries to France and Italy of ...
French FDI Frigate’s Combat System to Get Thales Digital Radar
Date Time Commemoration of passing of former ICAO Secretary General Yves Lambert The ICAO flag is flying at half-mast today to commemorate the 27 March passing of M. Yves Lambert, former Secretary General of ICAO. Mr. Lambert served as Secretary General of ICAO from 1 August 1976 until 31 July 1988. During his tenure, he showed great diligence and professionalism in leading the Secretariat and is remembered for his kindness and humanity. Among other achievements, Mr. Lambert played a crucial role in facilitating the adoption of a significant amendment to the Convention on International Civi...
French MoD Selects Airbus Fixed-Wing Drone for its Ships Our Bureau 1603 Aliaca fixed-wing drone The French Direction générale de l'armement (DGA) will buy 11 Aliaca electrically-powered fixed-wing UAS systems (22 aircraft) from Airbus’ subsidiary SURVEY Copter to equip Navy ships. Aliaca is officially called SMDM / “Systèmes de Mini Drones aériens embarqués pour la Marine” by French authorities. The contract includes training and integrated logistic support. First deliveries are expected in 2021. The Aliaca maritime UAS allows up to 3 hours missions over a 50 km (27 Nm) rang; an...