Defence IQ Glossary: Aircraft
Fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft that is operated by the armed forces. These assets can have specialised roles, including air superiority, ground attack, suppression of air defence (SEAD), logistics, and much more.
Helicopter assets in Taiwan's defensive strategy [Interview]
April 04 by Adam MusprattColonel Li-Chiang Yuan tells Defence IQ how new rotary acquisitions are playing a key role in Taiwan's anti-amphibious landing strategy
F-16 life extension and continued market interest: Interview with Ana M. Wugofski
March 07 by Georg MaderThe Vice President for International Business Development at Lockheed Martin, Ana M. Wugofski, spoke to us about the life-extension of the Fighting Falcon, and women in the defence sector
Defence Industry Bulletin: Issue 20
February 22 by Defence IQ DigitalIn the latest issue of the Defence Industry Bulletin, we interview Bell Helicopters managing director of the Middle East & Africa, explore the Austro-Asian artillery alternative and much more...
L-39NG jet trainer: Market prospects and capabilities
February 13 by Georg MaderAERO Vodochodyspoke to Defence IQ about the new aircraft’s capabilities, the current state of the market, and which nations are evaluating procurement…
How the APKWS is improving the Hydra-70: BAE Systems interview
January 01 by Adam MusprattThe Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) is turning unguided-Hydra-70 rockets into guided munitions, giving aircraft a light and inexpensive way of achieving guided capabilities
Belgium and the F-35: How will the purchase affect NATO and European strategy?
November 06 by Leïla BendimeredThe decision to buy F-35s shouldn't come as a shock, but an increasing spread of F-35 in Europe has put Airbus and Dassault on edge.
Will the Airbus H145M be Europe’s future light helicopter? Part 1
November 02 by Georg MaderMark R. Henning, programme director of Airbus Helicopter‘s sat down with Defence IQ to discuss the H145Ms live-firing demonstrations in Hungary and procurement prospects
Will the Airbus H145M be Europe’s future light helicopter? Part 2
November 02 by Georg MaderMark R. Henning, programme director of Airbus Helicopter‘s sat down with DIB to discuss the H145Ms live-firing demonstrations in Hungary and procurement prospects
Thales on turning dumb rockets into smart missiles
October 29 by Georg MaderDaniel Emonts, programme manager at Thales Airborne Armament Division, explains to Defence IQ how rotary munitions are evolving
Is there a future for the SU-57?
September 17 by Georg MaderRussia’s T-50 / Su-57 project – launched in 2010 – has suffered a decisive setback.
Future Trends in Military Airlift
September 14 by Defence IQ DigitalWe surveyed the international airlift community on their assessment, future expectations and investment, and challenges in this crucial area of logistics
The U.S. halts delivery of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey
August 15 by Adam MusprattAs the Trump administration continues to ramp up economic pressure on Turkey, the U.S. President signed a policy bill which will restrict the delivery of F-35’s to the beleaguered NATO member.