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CAGE posted an update 3 months ago
The patriot has been americas SAM for several decades and still does very good work; however the use of these systems, like the patriot, is slightly changing with threats today. As a pilot in today’s military you are far more likely to integrate with these systems than ever before. The JEZ (joint engagement zone) is a way flight systems can…
twz.com
New Surface-To-Air Missile Enters Army Mid-Tier Air Defense Competition
The Army is seeking to expand the capabilities of the Enduring Shield system, which currently fires Sidewinders, against cruise missiles.
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
4 months ago (edited)
Pilot training is still in the phases of “ever changing” and unfortunately it might be that way for some time as leaders try to boost output numbers to 1,500 annually. At the end of August the USAF came to a deal with Italy and NATO to do some pilot training overseas. This is a great article and especially since some of you could spend your…
aviationnews.eu
USAF Signs Historic Agreement for Pilot Training in Italy
Aviation News – A landmark agreement will soon bring the first American student pilots to the International Flight Training School (IFTS) in Decimomannu, Sardinia. For the first time in U.S. milit…
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
Operations and warfare is always evolving and adapting. New technologies come out and new ways to counter need to be expanded as well. New ways to combat drones is now being created. This is definitely something that is on the priority list for the US.
http://www.twz.com/air/entire-family-of-vampire-counter-drone-systems-unveiled
twz.com
Entire Family Of VAMPIRE Counter-Drone Systems Unveiled
Drone boats, attack helicopters, unmanned ground vehicles and other platforms are being earmarked to carry improved versions of the anti-drone system. Drone boats, attack helicopters, unmanned ground vehicles and other platforms are being earmarked to carry improved versions of the … Continue reading
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
As the news reposts 24hrs of government shutdown and riots in Portland, our adversaries don’t stop. China is still pushing hard to be a top military power and with that comes innovation. UCAVs are on the forefront of being the next big thing for all major countries but China is closer to having them “combat ready” this article talks about the…
twz.com
China's Stealth Sharp Sword Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles Deployed To Operational Airbase
The appearance of GJ-11 Sharp Sword drones at a base in Western China points to the type getting closer to an operational state.
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
UKR pilots are paving the way for new tactics and it shows how resilience in the fight can win when the odds aren’t in your favor. Here is a must read from a current UKR pilot on his experience and how he pushed through.
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
Tensions in the Caribbean are on the side. With the US undergoing counter drug operations and the US landing F-35s in Puerto Rico, Venezuela is starting to move some of its key and only air defense systems around. Check this article out!
http://www.twz.com/air/status-of-venezuelas-air-defense-capabilities
twz.com
Status Of Venezuela’s Air Defense Capabilities
Growing tensions in the Caribbean could lead to a confrontation between U.S. combat aircraft and Venezuela’s hodgepodge of air defense systems. Growing tensions in the Caribbean could lead to a confrontation between U.S. combat aircraft and Venezuela’s hodgepodge of air … Continue reading
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
It looks like the T-7 is finally making its debut tentatively this December at Randolph AFB in San Antonio TX. Even with the first being delivered it is said to be a minimum of 2 years before any UPT pilots will be in the cockpit. With that being said, the members here on BD reading this now will most likely be some of the first individuals to…
airforcetimes.com
US Air Force revamps pilot training as T-7 era nears
Air Education and Training Command is preparing to teach instructor pilots on the T-7 and revamping its flying syllabus for the fifth-gen trainer.
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
In light of drug operations in the south, I figured it would be cool to showcase an in depth look at the MQ-9 that is doing good work currently. I know there have been several BD members selected to fly these as well!
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CAGE posted an update 4 months ago
I’ve posted in the past unique mission sets that the guard offers to pilots. New York’s 109th Wing is an example of that. Unexpected challenges in unexplored locations! If you’ve ever wanted to go to the poles, C130 units potentially offer that opportunity!
http://www.twz.com/air/funds-shifted-to-develop-new-lc-130j-ski-bird-polar-airlifters
twz.com
Funds Shifted To Develop New LC-130J “Ski Bird” Polar Airlifters
The unique ski-equipped LC-130Hs of the New York Air National Guard badly need replacements, with their mission growing in importance. The unique LC-130H “Ski Birds” of the New York Air National Guard badly need replacement, with their mission growing in … Continue reading
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