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Military Aviation

Dissimilar Air Combat Training in the Canary Islands: DACT 2014

Once again we visited Gando, Gran Canaria, to see the Spanish Air Force aircraft taking part in DACT 2014 drills. From Sept. 1 to 12, Gando airbase, Gran Canaria, Spain,…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 7, 2014
Military Aviation

[Photo] U.S. Navy’s Last EA-6B Prowlers and F/A-18C Legacy Hornets take fuel over Iraq

U.S. Navy aircraft, launched from USS George H.W. Bush are taking part in the air strikes against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. On Aug. 8, the U.S. military launched the…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 6, 2014
Airshows

Exotic planes, Special Colors and Display Teams at the Malta International Air Show 2014

The yearly Malta International Airshow at Luqa airport, once again proved to be one of the most interesting events in southern Europe. Held at Malta International Airport in the weekend…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 6, 2014
Iraq

[Photo] Rafale jets refuel over Baghdad during first French night air strikes in Iraq

This photo proves air-to-air refueling of armed planes involved in the air strikes in Syria and Iraq may also take place over large cities. On the night of Oct. 2,…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 4, 2014
Military Aviation

These Photos Prove F-117 Stealth Jets Still Fly at Tonopah 6 years After Retirement

The news that F-117s were flying somewhere in Nevada was known. Here's the evidence. The images in this post were shot on Sept. 30, at around 11.00AM, from Brainwash Butte.…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 3, 2014
Helicopters

Chinook Forever! First two brand new ICH-47F enter active service with Italian Army

The Italian Army has been delivered the first two examples of a new Chinook variant, designated ICH-47F. On Oct. 2, during an official ceremony held at AgustaWestland's Vergiate plant, Italy,…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
October 3, 2014
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