Airbus Tests NH90 Special Forces Variant As NH Industries Launches Block 1 Upgrade
The two programs are part of the NH90 evolution roadmap and constitute a major upgrade in terms of capabilities for the European helicopter. Airbus announced the beginning of the flight…
U.S. Air Force E-11A Communications Node Supports Gaza Humanitarian Aid Drops
The U.S. Air Force has been using its high-tech E-11A Battle Airborne Communications Node (BACN) to coordinate humanitarian airdrops over Gaza since March 2024. Alongside recently released photos, the U.S.…
Italian Carrier Strike Group Arrives In Singapore As Part Of Indo-Pacific Operational Campaign
The ITS Cavour left its port earlier this month for a five-month cruise that will allow the aircraft carrier to work with multiple regional partners in the Indo-Pacific region. The…
The Crash Of B-52H ‘Czar 52’: The Fairchild Air Force Base Tragedy, 30 Years Ago Today
The 1994 B-52 crash serves as a stark reminder of the importance of strict adherence to safety protocols and vigilant leadership in aviation. On June 24, 1994, Fairchild Air Force…
First Ex-Korean Air Boeing 747-8 Destined for ‘Doomsday’ Conversion Has Received US Registration
The B-747-8, with new registration N747US, was spotted outside Sierra Nevada hangar at Dayton International Airport during the 2024 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show. Last month, Korean Air disclosed plans…
USAF Practices Loading Live AGM-158 JASSM Missiles On B-52H Bombers During Readiness Exercise
Bayou Warrior is a conventional readiness exercise that evaluated 2nd Bomb Wing's ability to generate and execute conventional missions. Upholding the importance of both the B-52H Stratofortress and AGM-158 JASSM…
