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Out of curiosity, does anybody know how similar the CH-148 and VH-92 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_VH-92) flight control systems are?  I presume they'd be close/identical.  (I also realize the mission suites are completely dissimilar.) I was at NAS Patuxent River in March and was...

Interesting article (authored by General Atomics):  Establishing a Persistent Presence: The Value of Versatile and Affordable UAVs in the Arctic https://www.defensenews.com/native/general-atomics/2020/05/12/establishing-a-persistent-presence-the-value-of-versatile-and-affordable-uavs-in-the-arctic/

Armed man wearing Canadian combat uniform arrested in Africa for pretending to be Canadian military officer https://ottawacitizen.com/news/an-armed-man-wearing-a-canadian-combat-uniform-arrested-in-africa-for-pretending-to-be-a-canadian-military-officer/

Canada to resume approving military-goods exports to Saudi Arabia https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-canada-to-lift-ban-on-export-of-military-goods-to-saudi-arabia/

Sad news.  RIP sailor. https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/13/politics/theodore-roosevelt-sailor-coronavirus/index.html Additional link, with news release from the USN:  https://news.usni.org/2020/04/13/carrier-roosevelt-sailor-dies-from-covid-19-complications

From this new article, the Incident Investigation is complete.  An incredible series of safety protocols appear to have been missed overlooked.  :o Article:  https://www.aerotime.aero/clement.charpentreau/24788-fighter-jet-crash-averted-by-defect-in-civil-ejection-incident FS Report (en...

I originally thought this was an April Fool's article.  And I was wrong.  Probably not the result the Ship's Captain had in mind... Venezuelan Patrol Ship Sunk Itself After Ramming A Cruise Liner With A Reinforced Hull. The Venezuelan ship appears to have been trying to seize the cruise ship...

Neat idea. But my first thought when I saw that tiny ship:  "What is this?  A WARSHIP FOR ANTS?!!" :not-again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z43CU4a_eII

Surprise, surprise... https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/iran-says-it-unintentionally-shot-down-ukrainian-jetliner-1.4762972

I'm not certain I fully trust this news source, so take it worth a grain of salt... Ukrainian passenger jet crashed after being hit by Iranian Tor-M1 missile https://defence-blog.com/news/ukrainian-passenger-jet-crashed-after-being-hit-by-iranian-tor-m1-missile.html

Somebody give that walrus a medal!  :salute:  Walruses Have Attacked And Sunk a Russian Navy Boat in The Arctic https://www.sciencealert.com/a-walrus-attacked-and-managed-to-sink-a-russian-navy-boat-in-the-arctic

It already is the best P3 on the planet!  (Granted, functioning wing pylons would be nice.) ;D

Some details on the Rolls-Royce T56 Series 3.5 engine.  I like these numbers. https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/thailand-first-international-customer-for-rolls-royce-t56-upgrades/

Interesting article on the history of the British Army Training Unit Suffield (BATUS). https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-in-canada-the-british-army-training-unit-suffield-batus/

Perhaps some forward momentum on this program?  (finally  :waiting: ) Military Aims for Armed Drones In Six Years http://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/military-aims-for-armed-drones-in-six-years/ar-BBTeod7?ocid=ientp

I've used DB Embroidery Solutions, in Dartmouth NS to get several patches created.  (And judging by their online product catalogue, so does a lot of the RCAF!) Great people, and good turnaround times.  Highly recommend. https://dbembroiderysolutions.com/

Thanks for sharing the article.  The Naval Software Team (NST) that implemented that tool are a blessing for the P-8A fleet. Having a team of uniformed or civilian talent in the organization is often overlooked and underappreciated.  I wonder if the elements that existed in 14SES have any...

Trudeau says Canada trying to end arms contract with Saudi Arabia https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-trudeau-says-canada-trying-to-end-arms-export-deal-to-saudi-arabia/ Maybe the Canadian Army will get stuck with these LAVs after all?

Good article.  If you have a lot of time to kill (and if you're actually interested), you can also watch this video series... Retired Submariner Turned Gamer Gives Amazing Video Explainers On Sub Tactics And Tech...

Probably the first article I've ever read written solely on the highly engaging topic and importance of ...(drumroll)... Cleaning Stations!  Fastidious Flattop: Japanese helicopter carrier wages daily war on dirt and grime...