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[Photo] Two Lightnings fly together: F-35A and P-38 over Luke Air Force Base

On Mar. 14, 2014, Luke Air Force Base hosted a ceremony for…

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March 28, 2014
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“Vega 31”: the first and only F-117 Stealth Fighter Jet shot down in combat

On Mar. 27, 1999, the fourth night of Operation Allied Force over…

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March 27, 2014
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Here’s why F-16 pilots take the most stunning selfies. Such as this one.

Thanks to the F-16's bubble canopy, which lacks front frames, "Viper" pilots…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
March 26, 2014
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Airbus A-400M “Grizzly” crosswind testing at Keflavik International Airport

On Feb. 19, an Airbus A-400M "Grizzly" testplane made a quick visit…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
March 25, 2014
Eurofighter Typhoon

Italy to axe more F-35s and one aircraft carrier (which appears on eBay)

Italy's new Government is considering another cut of its order of 90…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
March 24, 2014
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First AgustaWestland HH-101A “Caesar” for the Italian Air Force makes first flight

The first AW101 for the Italian Air Force, designated the HH-101A “CAESAR”,…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
March 21, 2014
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