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Aerospace Daily & Defense Report, October 26, 2020

VOL. 274 NO. 16 October 26, 2020
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Programs

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ALIS Replacement Activated At First F-35 Squadron

Oct 22, 2020
The ODIN Base Kit (OBK)—comprised of two transportable cases weighing less than 70 lb. each—replaces an 800-lb. server rack of the Lockheed Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
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NASA Reviews Human Landing System Designs

Oct 23, 2020
NASA recently conducted certification baseline reviews of the three U.S. companies vying to make landers that will transport astronauts to the Moon by 2024—Blue Origin, Dynetics and SpaceX.
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Space Systems Command Coming Next Spring, Official Says

Oct 22, 2020
The U.S. Space Force aims to establish a new acquisition arm, Space Systems Command, by spring 2021, but the Pentagon is still hammering out the details, according to the chief of space operations.
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FLIR Adds Capability To Black Hornet Nano-UAV

Oct 23, 2020
Weighing just 33 grams and launched by hand to scout ahead of soldiers on foot, FLIR Systems’ Black Hornet 3 unmanned aircraft is now able to autonomously retrace its steps and re-establish contact with its operator if it loses GPS or communications while reconnoitering the inside of a building.
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Tecnam, Rolls-Royce Developing Nine-Passenger Electric P-Volt

Oct 23, 2020
Italian aircraft manufacturer Tecnam has partnered with Rolls-Royce to develop the nine-passenger P-Volt, an all-electric version of the P2012 Traveller regional aircraft.
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Honeywell Supplies Fly-By-Wire System For Cargo Drone

Oct 21, 2020
Slovenia’s Pipistrel Aircraft has selected a Honeywell fly-by-wire (FBW) system for flight control of its planned Nuuva V300 cargo drone, the companies announced Oct. 21.

Daily Briefs

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Daily Briefs

Oct 23, 2020
Brief news items of interest to aerospace & defense professionals.

In Brief

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ISS Crew Seals Air Leak, Repairs Oxygen System

Oct 23, 2020
The crew of the International Space Station has temporarily sealed the non-life-threatening air leak first noticed a year ago in the Russian Zvezda service module.

Funding & Policy

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Turkish President Confirms S-400 Tests

Oct 23, 2020
With confirmation of an Oct. 16 test by Turkey of its Russian S-400 air defense system, the U.S. Defense Department again condemned the decision.
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U.S. Government Clears Missile, Recce Pod Sales For Taiwan

Oct 21, 2020
The package of deals, worth an estimated $1.8 billion, follows the sale of 66 Lockheed F-16C/D Block 70 fighters to Taiwan, which was finalized in August. 

Operations

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Singapore Deploys Military-Grade Anti-Drone System At Changi

Oct 21, 2020
In a continuing effort to thwart potential drone incursions into Changi Airport (SIN) airspace, local authorities have deployed a military-grade anti-drone protection system during the lull in activity at the airport. 

Fleet Snapshot

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Fleet Snapshot: Philippine Air Force

Oct 23, 2020
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Upcoming Events

Oct 23, 2020
Conferences and events for professionals in the defense & aerospace community.