New knowledge: Expanding the discovery of defence science
Over the past two years, Defence Research and Development Canada has seen considerable change to its budget, personnel and programs....
Vector opens Australian facility
Toronto-based Vector Aerospace has opened a engine repair and overhaul facility, Vector Aerospace Engine Services-Atlantic, in Brisbane, Australia. “Australia is...
Up in the air: Candidates cautiously wait FWSAR next steps
Winston Churchill famously described the Soviet Union as “a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma.” Good thing the...
Sapphire takes flight
Canada’s first dedicated operational military satellite, Sapphire, was launched this week by the Indian Space Research Organization. Sapphire, a space-based...
Replacing the CF-18: What does the home game require?
As the chief test pilot for Boeing F/A-18 programs, Ricardo Traven has a bias for the Super Hornet. But as...
Lockheed tests consortium for maritime C-130J
With 10 of it’s CP-140 Aurora aircraft just completing a modernization program, the Royal Canadian Air Force will not require...
The future of influence activities: Preserving a hard earned capability
Psychological operations (PSYOPS) tactics were used extensively during Operation Medusa in 2006 – loudspeaker operations to distract the enemy and...
A Pacific pivot for the RCN?
Canada has recently highlighted its renewed military engagement in the Asia-Pacific. A good example is the Canadian role in the...
Alenia Aermacchi North America appoints new CEO
Alenia Aermacchi has named Benjamin R. Stone as the new president and CEO of its North America subsidiary, replacing Dr....
Eurofighter marks 10 years since first flight
Cassidan is marking a decade since the first series production Eurofighter took off on its maiden flight from the company’s...