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Taiwan first F-16 Block 70
Military Aviation

Lockheed Martin Unveils Taiwan’s First Newly Built F-16 Block 70

Taiwan’s first new F-16, part of an order for 66 aircraft, was unveiled during a rollout ceremony at Lockheed Martin’s facilities. Lockheed Martin has unveiled Taiwan first newly built F-16…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
April 1, 2025
F-35 QRA
Military Aviation

Danish F-35s Conduct First QRA Mission, Intercept Russian Spy Plane Over Baltic Sea

RDAF F-35s have started supporting the Quick Reaction Alert service intercepting a Russian Il-20 Coot-A over the Baltics. Last week, Royal Danish Air Force F-35A fighter jets were launched for…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
April 1, 2025
UJTS new RFI
Military Aviation

U.S. Navy’s Next Trainer Jet Won’t Need to Land on Carriers

The U.S. Navy released a new Request for Information for the T-45’s replacement, which will only be required to conduct Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP) to wave off. On Mar.…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
March 31, 2025
Lt. Owen Baggett story
Military History

A Pistol, a Parachute, and a Prayer: The Amazing Story of Lt. Owen Baggett

What began as a bombing mission to destroy an enemy bridge turned into a story of heroic bravery and incredible odds for young Lt. Owen J. Baggett on March 31,…

Darrick Leiker Darrick Leiker
March 31, 2025
F-35B
Aviation Safety

How 41 Seconds Changed the Life of a Marine F-35B Pilot

U.S. Marine Col. Charles "Tre" Del Pizzo gives his account of the ejection from an F-35B which continued to fly on its own in 2023. More than a year after…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
March 31, 2025
RAF Puma retirement
Helicopters

Royal Air Force Puma 1971-2025: The End of an Era

After 54 years of continuous service, the RAF’s Puma fleet is set to retire today, ending a remarkably active career. On Mar. 26 and 27, 2025, the RAF Puma HC2…

James Gray James Gray
March 31, 2025
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