Israel’s KC-46 “Gideon” Tanker Conducts Maiden Flight
Israel announced the maiden flight and imminent delivery of the new KC-46 “Gideon” tanker, a day after the announcement of the procurement of an additional squadron of F-35Is and one…
The U.S. Navy Declares IOC for P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2
The Initial Operational Capability (IOC) was achieved after testing performed by Air Test and Evaluation Squadron One (VX-1) with support from the Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft Program Office (PMA-290).…
Belgium Shows Testing of F-16 with FZ275 Laser-Guided Rockets in C-UAS Trial
Following the Belgian Air Force’s announcement in March about the testing of Thales Belgium’s laser guided rockets from its F-16s, footage now shows the trials in the Counter-UAS role. Weeks…
Tikaboo Peak, Legendary Area 51 Viewing Spot, Closed by U.S. Government
From 1995 until now, Tikaboo Peak - 26 miles from Groom Lake - offered the closest and best public vantage point with a complete view of Area 51. A notification…
VC-25B ‘Bridge’ Aircraft for New Air Force One Completes Testing
The U.S. Air Force’s VC-25B Bridge aircraft has completed modification and flight testing, and is now being painted ahead of its introduction in service this summer. The U.S. Air Force…
New Images Show China’s GJ-21 Naval UCAV with Landing Gear Extended
The GJ-21 is considered a naval derivative of the GJ-11 Collaborative Combat Aircraft, as demonstrated by features such as launch bar and arrestor hook, meant to fly off the Type…
