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Sikorsky CH-148 Helicopter

Canada Queries Effectiveness of Sikorsky CH-148 Helicopter

Federal Defense chiefs ordered a deep look at Sikorsky’s CH-148 Cyclone fleet. Crews trust these birds for day-to-day patrols over grey water, yet lawmakers now ask plain shut questions about hard mission value. They wonder if the helo keeps pace with rough sea demands or if hidden faults still bite. A few analysts warn that long answer may shape Arctic reach for years. In short the stakes feel heavy, maybe heavier than first planed.

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Next-wave submarines

General Dynamics Wins $882 M Contract for New Vertical Sonar Arrays

General Dynamics Mission Systems, a key arm of General Dynamics Corp., landed an $882 million Navy deal to build large vertical sonar arrays for next-wave submarines. The award cements plans to widen undersea reach and signals faith in U.S. industry. Navy buyers praise the gear’s sharp range boost. Analysts call the move timely, since rival fleets keep fielding quieter boats that slip past older ears.

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