Chemring Australia is a likely second source for F-35 flares, and well located to do so in the Pacific region.
The contribution of Ferra engineering to the global F-35 program is the focus of this article.
We see the program as the military equivalent of a civilian aerospace program such as the A320 or the Boeing 737. It is a program with a long production run and global reach and allows us to engage in a global production engagement.
The Thales Australia CEO focused throughout the interview on the importance of the sustainment of a product.
The RAAF is standing up its new tanker squadron and adding its capabilities to Pacific defense.
The new Wedgetail system puts the Aussies in a good position to re-shape their forces for the challenges ahead. Working with a software upgradeable aircraft also facilities their transition to the F-35 as well. And prepares the Aussies to better integrate their new maritime systems as well in providing for…
It is clear that the F-35 global enterprise is a unique coming dimension of the entire re-set of US and allied airpower.
Lockheed and AeroVironment partner to build out the capabilities of a very high altitude UAV.