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Switzerland has reaffirmed its ability to operate the F-35A fighter jet independently, countering claims of external control or restrictions linked to US defence systems. The Swiss Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) clarified that the aircraft, alongside the Patriot missile defence system, can function autonomously without requiring US approval.

Switzerland confirms independent operation of F-35A fighters and Patriot air defence system

Uncategorized / By Defence Industry Europe

Switzerland has reaffirmed its ability to operate the F-35A fighter jet independently, countering claims of external control or restrictions linked to US defence systems.

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has secured a USD 6 million award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to integrate its ALIAS/MATRIX flight autonomy system into the U.S. Army’s experimental fly-by-wire UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter.

Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky receives DARPA award for Black Hawk autonomy upgrades

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

Sikorsky has secured a USD 6 million award from DARPA to integrate its ALIAS/MATRIX flight autonomy system into the U.S. Army’s experimental fly-by-wire UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter.