General Atomics’ YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft Takes Flight
The YFQ-42 becomes the first of the U.S. Air Force’s new Collaborative Combat Aircraft to enter flight testing. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has announced on Aug. 27, 2025, that its…
Germany Wants Four More P-8A Poseidons
Germany has already eight P-8A Poseidons on contract, the first of which is expected to be delivered this year. Germany is likely to ask for additional four P-8A Poseidon Multimission…
Rare Image Shows P-8 Poseidon’s Advanced Airborne Sensor Extended
A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon was intercepted over the Black Sea, with a video recorded by a Russian pilot showing the APS-154 Advanced Airborne Sensor extended below the fuselage. A…
NATO Hunts for Russian Submarine as USS Gerald R. Ford Sails in North Sea
U.S, UK, and Norwegian forces have mounted a significant anti-submarine operation in the Norwegian Sea using maritime patrol aircraft to track suspected Russian submarine activity. After aviation enthusiasts this week…
Hydraulic Fluid Contamination and Ice Buildup Led to January F-35A Crash in Alaska
PACAF’s investigation found water-contaminated hydraulic fluid froze and caused a landing gear malfunction, leading to the loss of an F-35A at Eielson AFB. An Accident Investigation Board (AIB) report released…
Pratt & Whitney Awarded $2.8B Contract for New Lot 18 F-35 Engines
The $2.8B contract funds 141 F135 engines for U.S. services and allies, securing production, spares, and upgrades through February 2028. Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a major contract, valued…
