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F-35 jailbreak
F-35

No, You Can’t Just ‘Jailbreak’ the F-35

Claims about modifying the F-35’s software raise legitimate sovereignty questions. But cybersecurity architecture, cryptography, and sustainment realities define strict limits on what can and cannot be done. As we reported…

David Cenciotti David Cenciotti
February 18, 2026
Navy F-16s Structural Repair
Military Aviation

First U.S. Navy Aggressor F-16 Completes Structural Repair at FRCSW

The Navy has launched a Programmed Structural Sustainment Repair program for the dozens of F-16s acquired from the Air Force, which will allow them to fly through 2035. The U.S.…

Parth Satam Parth Satam
February 18, 2026
New Kaan Airframes
Military Aviation

Second and Third Prototypes of Turkey’s Kaan Fighter Have Emerged

The two new Kaan airframes are scheduled to begin testing in 2026, while Turkey is also developing its own engine to replace U.S.-made powerplants used by the prototypes. At least…

Parth Satam Parth Satam
February 18, 2026
Military Aviation

First Look at USAF C-32 in New VIP Livery Destined for the VC-25B

A freshly repainted C-32A shows off the livery redesign long favored by President Donald Trump, which is also due to appear on the next generation of Presidential aircraft.  Boeing C-32A…

Kai Greet Kai Greet
February 18, 2026
Iran

Middle East Buildup Continues as Six F-22 Raptors Stopover at RAF Lakenheath

The deployment of F-22s towards the Middle East has been considered by many to be one of the final pieces of the puzzle regarding U.S. preparations for potential offensive action…

Kai Greet Kai Greet
February 17, 2026
EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer
Military Aviation

Japan’s EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer Aircraft Breaks Cover

The new EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer aircraft, based on the Kawasaki C-2 transport aircraft, will replace the unique EC-1 which has been in service since 1986. The latest in a number…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
February 17, 2026
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