Americas
X-Bow Systems announced that it has completed the preliminary design review of its solid fuel hypersonic booster rocket engine. The New Mexico-based defense tech company reported that completion of this phase marks the second major technical review for the program, demonstrating design maturity and reduced risk for critical technologies. X-Bow is on track for the next major review of its hypersonic rocket motor, the critical design review, which typically indicates the end of architecture and system design.
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has successfully deployed a new training capability known as ‘Simulators at Sea’ aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). This innovative system allows aviators across the carrier’s air wing to train together in advanced simulators, even while deployed. Previously, joint mission training on this scale was significantly limited due to the risks involved in practicing wartime scenarios, the high cost of flight operations, and the potential for exposing tactics to adversaries. Simulators at Sea offers a safer and more efficient alternative, enabling aviators to rehearse naval missions, including complex wartime scenarios, without leaving the ship.
Middle East & Africa
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Tunisia of 65’ SAFE Archangel Boats and related elements of logistics and program support for an estimated cost of $110 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale. The Government of Tunisia has requested to buy additional non-MDE(major defense equipment) 65’ SAFE Archangel boats and additional non-MDE articles and services that will be added to a previously implemented case.
Europe
The Dutch government has expressed interest in acquiring a comprehensive training package to support its fleet of CH-47 Chinook and AH-64 Apache helicopters. This package includes training ammunition, Army Supply Class I-VI and VIII-X items, IT equipment, ground components, as well as various parts and accessories. Additionally, the sale includes service support related to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM), assistance from US Government personnel and contractors, and other logistical and program support elements.
Asia-Pacific
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Australia of FGM-148F Javelin manportable anti-tank missiles and related equipment, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on August 19, 2024. The proposed sale, which is worth an estimated $100 million has been passed to the US Congress for final approval. Australia has requested to buy 350 Javelin FGM-148F missiles (includes four fly-to-buy missiles). Also included in the package is US government technical assistance; technical data; repair and return services; and other related elements of logistics and programme support.
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