Turkey Picks Navantia’s LHD to Bulk up Amphibious Capabilities

Turkey Picks Navantia’s LHD to Bulk up Amphibious Capabilities

Spain’s L61 & LCM-1Es(click to view full) Turkey has been looking for a new amphibious assault ship for some time. The competition for an “LPD” began in 2010, and bids were requested in 2011, but it took until December 2013 for the SSM...
Turkey Picks Navantia’s LHD to Bulk up Amphibious Capabilities

Pentagon Waives Rules Meant to Prevent Defense Use of Chinese Components

* According to Reuters, US Acquisition Undersecretary Frank Kendall allowed the use of Chinese magnets in F-35 components to avoid delays for lack of parts. Such magnets often depend on rare-earth materials. * The UAE is reportedly concerned that US components on...