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Australia Spots Possible Wreckage, Objects from Missing Malaysia Airlines Plane MH370 in Indian Ocean [Photos]

Australia has said that it has spotted two objects seen on satellite images that could potentially be linked to the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

Mar 20, 2014

Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370: NASA Joins in the Hunt

NASA, on Monday 10 March started examining for the possible locations and how it can contribute to the search for the missing Malaysian Airlines Flight 370.

Mar 14, 2014

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Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370: How Long Can Passengers Survive in Water?

Though the primary concern over a plane crash in the open sea is surviving the crash itself, over 95 percent of the passengers involved in a crash can survive, according to National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

Mar 14, 2014

World's Longest Hybrid Aircraft 'Airlander' Unveiled in Britain

World's longest hybrid aircraft, Airlander, was unveiled in Britain's biggest aircraft hangar in Cardington on 28 February 2014.

Mar 1, 2014

Defence Expo 2014 witnesses launch of unmanned military vehicle

New Delhi, Feb 08 (ANI): The 2014 Defence Expo in New Delhi witnessed launch of an unmanned military vehicle, showing an example of extraordinary technology. A kit has been attached atop the vehicle that enables it to perform unmanned and autonomous operations even in remote areas of the country. Head of business development in Defence, Anil Kumar Yadav threw light on the various other functions of the unmanned vehicle. The vehicle can conduct various missions like anti naxalite operations, border patrolling, critical infrastructure patrolling like that of nuclear defense areas. Bird detection & monitoring radar system is another technology that can be deployed to ensure the safety of aircrafts in air.

Feb 8, 2014

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Ruins of World War II Aircraft Recovered from North-East India

Residents living in an interior village of North-east Indian state of Manipur recovered wreckage of an almost century-old aircraft that was built during the Second World War.

Jan 3, 2014

Top 10 Achievements and Developments of Indian Military in 2013 [PHOTOS]

Here is a list of the top 10 developments of the Indian Armed Forces in 2013.

Dec 31, 2013

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India to Acquire Israeli Barak Missiles for Navy

The Defence Ministry of India on Monday gave the green signal to acquire 262 Israeli Barak-I missiles for the Indian Navy in an ₹880 crore deal.

Dec 24, 2013

India rolls out its first self-made light fighter aircraft-Tejas

Bangalore, Dec 20 (ANI): India's locally made lighter supersonic combat aircraft, Tejas, on Friday got official clearance as the country moves a step closer towards joining the club of elite countries, capable of manufacturing such aircrafts, and gradually phasing out its ageing fleet of Russian fighters.

Dec 20, 2013

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LCA Set for Final Operational Clearance in December 2014 [PHOTOS]

India's indigenously designed and developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) named Tejas obtained the second Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) on Friday.

Dec 20, 2013

IAF set to induce indigenously-developed Light Combat Aircraft Tejas

Hyderabad, Dec 14 (ANI): Indian Air Force set to induce indigenously-developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas next month, after achieving its first Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) later this month. Air Force Chief, N.A.K. Browne, said that the '4plus generation' LCA designated as 'Tejas', is all set to be inducted in the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the project for Mark II, designed to be more powerful and capable, will commence soon. After long delays and several cost overruns, Tejas, which will replace aged fighter aircraft MIG 21, will be inducted on December 20 in the IT hub Bangalore by Defence Minister, A.K. Antony. While attending a Combined Graduation Parade of Air Force Academy in Hyderabad on Saturday, Air Chief N.A.K. Browne, told mediapersons that 40 aircrafts of Mark I will be inducted by the IAF.

Dec 14, 2013

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China’s Heavy Smog Forces Pilots to Undergo ‘Blind Landing’ Training

The occurrence of smog in China is so intense and regular that the situation has forced the government to legislate a new civil aviation rule, under which every pilot will have to undergo a lesson on what has been referred to as "Blind Landing".

Dec 12, 2013

Chinese Scientists in Quest of Invisibility Cloak Technology for Stealth Fighter Aircrafts

The futuristic invisibility technology only seen in sci-fi and fantasy films may become a reality in few years, if Chinese researchers are to be believed.

Dec 11, 2013

Indian Navy showcase its prowess at sea

Kochi, Dec 09 (ANI): Hundreds of people watched awe-inspiring Indian Navy exercise off the southern coast of Kochi. Landing of a helicopter on a moving warship, firing of weapons, special operations by the marine commandos from air and water and a fly past by fighter aircrafts were some of the special features of the event. Indian Navy officer, Captain Sandeep Sandhu, said it was a rare sight for the general public. Newly inducted Fast Interceptor Craft were also fielded to demonstrate its capabilities in coastal security and force protection.

Dec 9, 2013

Typhoon-hit town of Tacloban struggles to recover.

Two US Osprey aircrafts pull out foreigners from Tacloban, several days after super typhoon Haiyan destroyed the city. Duration: 00:51

Nov 14, 2013

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