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Forum: Military Aviation
8th May 2024, 13:38
Replies: 2,103
Views: 621,874
Posted By ORAC

https://asiatimes.com/2024/05/chinas-floating-nuke...

https://asiatimes.com/2024/05/chinas-floating-nuke-plants-up-south-china-sea-ante/

US alarmed by China plan to deploy some 20 floating nuclear reactors to its increasingly militarized features in...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th May 2024, 08:22
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

"Lithuania is prepared to send its soldiers to...

"Lithuania is prepared to send its soldiers to Ukraine on a training mission", - Financial Times

Ingrida Šimonytė told the FT she had parliamentary permission to send troops to Ukraine for...
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
8th May 2024, 07:49
Replies: 20
Views: 2,397
Posted By ORAC

ULA will roll the Atlas V rocket back to its...

ULA will roll the Atlas V rocket back to its hangar to replace a faulty valve in its upper stage. Next launch attempt is 10 days from today.

https://blogs.nasa.gov/commercialcrew/
Forum: Military Aviation
8th May 2024, 05:02
Replies: 1,600
Views: 359,659
Posted By ORAC

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/...

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3261304/south-korea-brings-hypersonic-tech-aukus-table-sign-seoul-moving-closer-us-and-its-other-allies

South Korea brings hypersonic tech to the...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th May 2024, 22:11
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/zelensky-assass...

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/zelensky-assassination-president-ukraine-officials-bkcrd5v57

Ukrainian colonels arrested over ‘Russian plot to assassinate Zelensky’

Ukraine said it had...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th May 2024, 14:38
Replies: 2,103
Views: 621,874
Posted By ORAC

China has always played it rough - remember the...

China has always played it rough - remember the EP-3 with the midair…

https://www.pprune.org/rumours-news/3748-u-s-navy-ep-3-forced-down-chinese.html
Forum: Military Aviation
7th May 2024, 08:17
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

For size, the R-73 Archer is 9’7” long, so the...

For size, the R-73 Archer is 9’7” long, so the USV seems to be about 20ft/6mlong.

In the Black Sea, Russian forces spotted a Ukrainian USV armed with a twin rail launcher for R-73 all-aspect IR...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th May 2024, 06:52
Replies: 4
Views: 1,435
Posted By ORAC

Swedish 6th Gen Fighter

Sweden back to the drawing board and, with the timescale discussed, no possibility of a new fighter until the mid-2040s or later.

Lots more in the full article, but mainly speculation.
...
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
7th May 2024, 06:29
Replies: 20
Views: 2,397
Posted By ORAC

Flight scrubbed, due a valve problem on the...

Flight scrubbed, due a valve problem on the launch vehicle not a capsule issue, next attempt NET Friday.

Space.com:

”It will take a few days to work through the valve issue that scrubbed the...
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2024, 21:44
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

“In military terms, the SCALP is a real game...

“In military terms, the SCALP is a real game changer.”

“Operation Chrysalis : how France is organising the supply of SCALP missiles to Ukraine.”

@RFI reveals the 🇲🇫 method for supplying the 🇺🇦...
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2024, 08:43
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

Don’t ask - don’t get…. Changing subject…....

Don’t ask - don’t get….

Changing subject…. Video.



Russian boat full of infantry hits an anti-landing mine "YaRM" which was installed by drone operators of the 123rd TD Brigade.
...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
6th May 2024, 08:20
Replies: 13
Views: 922
Posted By ORAC

If it’s been several years it’s probably wise to...

If it’s been several years it’s probably wise to do a system reinstall anyway.

Back up all your data, to a disk or cloud, then just reinstall a clean copy of the OS and restore.
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2024, 07:14
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

Kyiv may ask the EU to send troops to Ukraine if...

Kyiv may ask the EU to send troops to Ukraine if the situation on the front worsens

The Ukrainian authorities may ask European allies to send troops to the front if Kyiv lacks its own forces,...
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2024, 07:10
Replies: 365
Views: 84,642
Posted By ORAC

Blame Slartibartfast….

Blame Slartibartfast….
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
6th May 2024, 05:53
Replies: 20
Views: 2,397
Posted By ORAC

First launch planned for 0234 UTC Tuesday , 2234...

First launch planned for 0234 UTC Tuesday , 2234 EDT today.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cpeg21x7n7qo
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2024, 04:45
Replies: 365
Views: 84,642
Posted By ORAC

Another walking the walk while we just talk…. ...

Another walking the walk while we just talk….

https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2024/05/03/denmark-increases-defense-spending-in-view-of-russian-long-term-war/

Denmark increases defense...
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
5th May 2024, 07:32
Replies: 631
Views: 79,837
Posted By ORAC

https://wccftech.com/spacexs-fourth-starship-ift-4...

https://wccftech.com/spacexs-fourth-starship-ift-4-test-is-on-track-for-may-reveals-nasa-official/

SpaceX’s Fourth Starship IFT-4 Test Is On Track For May Reveals NASA Official

With April...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 22:56
Replies: 11
Views: 2,937
Posted By ORAC

This time fuel tanks and lack of tankers… ...

This time fuel tanks and lack of tankers…





Here is the full video from @60Minutes

https://youtu.be/-DUJX58JwSA
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 22:34
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

https://rubryka.com/en/2023/03/10/yaponiyi-rozglya...

https://rubryka.com/en/2023/03/10/yaponiyi-rozglyadaye-mozhlyvist-eksportu-zbroyi-do-ukrayiny-proponuyut-peredaty-rszv/

Japan considers weapon exports to Ukraine

Japan is considering exporting...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 22:16
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

The USAF has announced a contract to equip...

The USAF has announced a contract to equip Ukrainian JDAM-ERs with Home-on GPS Jam seekers.

This should enable Ukrainian Air Force strike aircraft to target Russian GPS jammers near the front,...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 22:01
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

:ouch::ouch: This is what i have been...

:ouch::ouch:



This is what i have been saying... there was never any large pile of gear in europe ready to go to ukraine...

iIt will take months to years to get the aid that was just...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 19:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,053
Posted By ORAC

Indian MALE UAV

I want some of what they’re on…… :ooh:


India’s first indigenous bomber UAV unveiled in #Bengaluru

The FWD-200B is a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned combat aerial vehicle...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 13:30
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By ORAC

Ah, but you seem to have missed the bit where he...

Ah, but you seem to have missed the bit where he also said:
Forum: Military Aviation
4th May 2024, 06:49
Replies: 9
Views: 3,797
Posted By ORAC

Why not look at post #5, which is why this thread...

Why not look at post #5, which is why this thread came back to the top of the page.

:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:​​​​​​​
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
3rd May 2024, 14:41
Replies: 3
Views: 825
Posted By ORAC

LRDG Wacos

At the start of May 1941 the LRDG were tasked with garrisoning Kufra Oasis, deep in the Libyan Desert. The problem was staying in touch with LRDG HQ in Cairo, 700 miles NE.

Aircraft seemed the...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 14:19
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

Reference #10506 above….. Last night,...

Reference #10506 above…..



Last night, Ukraine conducted long-range OWA-UAV strikes on Russian Railroad Infrastructure and Electric Transformer Substations.

It has been several months since...
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
3rd May 2024, 14:14
Replies: 45
Views: 5,918
Posted By ORAC

NASA just told its inspector general to piss off....

NASA just told its inspector general to piss off.

https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/05/nasa-seems-unhappy-to-be-questioned-about-its-artemis-ii-readiness/
...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 13:16
Replies: 365
Views: 84,642
Posted By ORAC

Seeing as we don’t have any conscription...

Seeing as we don’t have any conscription legislation it cannot contain any exemptions.

IIRC there are numerous examples of dual UK/French citizens who in years past have had conscription papers...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 07:58
Replies: 10,580
Views: 4,721,499
Posted By ORAC

​​​​​​​Russia launched the first train from Port...

​​​​​​​Russia launched the first train from Port of Mariupol to Volnovakha station.

The first flat wagon is for mine safety, so as not to blow up the locomotive. Russia is building this railroad...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 06:08
Replies: 9
Views: 3,797
Posted By ORAC

Now worried about the UAE operating the F-35...

Now worried about the UAE operating the F-35 alongside Chinese aircrfat and personnel….
...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 06:00
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By ORAC

This seems a “Trigger’s broom” sort of thing,...

This seems a “Trigger’s broom” sort of thing, designed to make it look like an upgrade while, in actuality, it’s really a new programme.

There have been many aircraft re-engineering programmes...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd May 2024, 05:51
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By ORAC

V-22 Osprey Mk2

https://www.defensenews.com/air/2024/05/01/v-22-osprey-could-see-second-life-with-new-drive-system-wings-in-2050s/

V-22 Osprey could see second life, with new drive system, wings in 2050s

The...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
2nd May 2024, 13:00
Replies: 0
Views: 1,732
Posted By ORAC

Accident Report G-EVTL

AAIB - A report has been published into an accident involving an VA-1X (G-EVTL), which suffered a forced landing following power unit failure, Cotswold Airport (Kemble), Gloucestershire, 9 August...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd May 2024, 11:51
Replies: 2
Views: 989
Posted By ORAC

US-Saudi Security Pact

“Previously off-limit weapons”. F-35?

“a pathway for Palestinian statehood.” Seems a low bar allowing the Saudi’s to sign with just a token gesture of solidarity….
...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd May 2024, 10:50
Replies: 1,431
Views: 474,689
Posted By ORAC

Apropos of nothing, Germany has 82 medium-lift...

Apropos of nothing, Germany has 82 medium-lift helicopters while the UK is tying itself in knots over trying to acquire "up to 44", and falling well well short of that number it seems.

Seems that...
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