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The US authorizes the sale of anti-radiation missiles to Australia.

The US authorizes the sale of anti-radiation missiles to Australia.

Australia has been approved by the US State Department to purchase AGM-88E2 missiles, which are expected to cost US$94 million. In the western Pacific, Australia is one of the most significant allies. The interest of the US to assist the development and creation of a new self-defense force.

Eliminating an opponent’s radar prevents them from using their air defence, increasing their operational aircraft’s durability, and makes it easier for them to integrate their technology into their military services.

It is being urged that sales of and missiles for the electronics assault EA-18G Growler aircraft would improve  the current and future efforts. Australia will make use of its ability to boost home defence and won’t have any trouble integrating more missiles into its armed services.

11 F/A-18E/F Super Hornet EA-18G electronic warfare variants are in service with the RAAF. In 2017, the DSCA cleared the sale of 110 anti-radiation missiles to Australia.

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Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”

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