B-52s Arrive at RAF Fairford for Exercise Cobra Warrior 25-2
Two B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers arrived in the UK from Barksdale AFB on Sept. 12 ahead of Exercise Cobra Warrior 25-2, which kicks off next week. Using the callsigns SCALP…
Trapani-Birgi To Host First F-35 Training Center Outside U.S.
The airbase in Sicily will become the first location outside the U.S. for international F-35 pilot training, as Italy further consolidates its position as a global leader in advanced training.…
Su-22 Fitter Bows Out of Polish Service
This week, over 40 years after entering service, the swing-wing Su-22 Fitter fighter bomber was withdrawn from the Polish Air Force in a farewell ceremony held at Mirosławiec. The Su-22's…
USAF Releases New Photos of Second B-21 Raider in Flight Test
The service announced the arrival of the second B-21 bomber, possibly nicknamed "Spartan," at Edwards AFB at the end of its first flight to join the test fleet. The U.S.…
MQ-9 Reaper Launches Switchblade 600 Loitering Munition for First Time
GA-ASI and AeroVironment demonstrate first-ever air launch of Switchblade 600 from MQ-9A, advancing drone mothership concepts for smaller UAS. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and AeroVironment have completed the…
DSEI 2025 News Roundup: GCAP Updates, Royal Navy UAVs, Deep Strike Missiles, and More
As this year's Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition prepares for its final day at ExCel London, let's cast our eyes over some of the stories that have emerged…
Second B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber Takes Flight
The second B-21 conducted its maiden flight and will now join the first one, which has been flying since 2023 at Edwards Air Force Base. The second B-21 Raider stealth…
Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems Team Up for New Adaptable Multi-Effect Unmanned System
The announcement comes as nations are increasingly looking towards a mix of crewed and uncrewed assets to field affordable ‘combat mass’ in support of existing frontline combat platforms. Lockheed Martin…
USAF B-2 Spirit Teams Up with Norwegian F-35s and P-8 for QUICKSINK Strike
The stealth bomber demonstrated a long-range precision maritime strike in the Norwegian Sea using the QUICKSINK weapon. A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bomber took part in the third…
F-16s and F-35s Shoot Down Russian Drones over Poland
Warsaw confirms Russian drones violated its airspace overnight, marking the first direct engagement of Russian assets over NATO territory. Poland has confirmed it shot down multiple Russian drones that violated…
924th Fighter Group Deactivated As A-10s Give Way to F-35A Lightning II
First established during World War Two, the 924th Fighter Group was deactivated as part of the ongoing A-10 divestment. The 924th Fighter Group (FG) at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, closed a…
Israel Strikes Hamas Leadership in Qatar
Israel says the unprecedented attack targeted Hamas leadership in Doha, where multiple rounds of negotiations were hosted in order to end the hostilities in Gaza. Israel’s military conducted an unprecedented…
Meet the First Civilian Test Pilot Assigned to a B-2 Squadron
Lt. Col. (Ret) Igor Suhr flew operationally the F-15, MQ-1, MQ-9 and B-2, and after retiring he became the lead B-2 Operational Test Pilot with the 72nd Test and Evaluation…
Raytheon UK Completes Paveway IV Integration Trials on Italian Typhoons
The Italian Typhoons were spotted at RAF Marham in July 2025, carrying live Paveway IV bombs and working at the MOD Aberporth range. Raytheon UK announced on Sep. 8, 2025,…
Alleged 2019 SEAL Team 6 North Korea Operation Included a Stealth Helicopter – Reports
A new report from the New York Times claims that in 2019, Navy SEAL Team 6 carried out a covert operation inside North Korea to plant a spying device. The…
Boeing and RAAF Demonstrate MQ-28A Ghost Bat Operational Capabilities
Boeing Defence Australia completed a test campaign demonstrating the MQ-28A’s cooperative capabilities together with RAAF crewed platforms. Boeing Defence Australia announced on Sep. 5, 2025, the successful completion of the…
Spain’s First SIRTAP UAV Prototype is Ready for Testing
Spain is procuring nine SIRTAP tactical UAV systems, fully designed and manufactured by Airbus within the country. Spain’s first SIRTAP unmanned aerial system prototype is now complete and slated to…
First Photo Emerges Of U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon Flying With LRASM Missile
A Poseidon was spotted flying over the Mojave Desert with the long range anti-ship missile last month. A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon aircraft was recently spotted carrying a LRASM (Long…
U.S. F-35s Heading to Puerto Rico as Tensions with Venezuela Increase
Ten F-35s will be deployed to Puerto Rico to take part in the ongoing U.S. counter-narcotics operation in the Caribbean. Unidentified U.S. government sources stated to media that ten F-35…
U.S. Air Force Release First Images of an F-15E Strike Eagle Firing Air-to-Air Laser-Guided Rockets
The AGR-20 APKWS II was extensively used in combat by Strike Eagles in the Middle East, but these are the first photos to actually show an F-15E firing the laser-guided…
The Breakthrough Performance of Stealth and the F-117
Although the F-117 Nighthawk first saw action during operations over Panama, the aircraft impressively demonstrated its capabilities during the initial air campaign over Baghdad, Iraq. Making coalition first strikes on…
First C-130 Airframe Set to Be Converted Into E-130J Phoenix II Emerges
The first C-130J earmarked for conversion into the new E-130J Phoenix II has rolled out of the factory, as shown in an image released by NAVAIR. Naval Air Systems Command,…
U.S. Air Force E-4C SAOC Begins Flight Testing
Sierra Nevada’s first test flight of the Survivable Airborne Operations Center marks a major step in replacing the aging E-4B “Nightwatch” fleet introduced in the 1970s. The E-4C Survivable Airborne…
U.S. Army Awards Lockheed Martin Record $9.8B Patriot Missile Deal
The multi-year contract covers 1,970 PAC-3 MSE interceptors for the U.S. and Allies, marking the largest award in Lockheed Martin’s Missiles and Fire Control history. The U.S. Army has awarded…
Royal Air Force Prepares Protector RG1 for Operational Deployment
The Royal Air Force has begun assurance testing and operational training for its MQ-9B Protector RG1 UAVs ahead of the new aircraft replacing its MQ-9A Reaper predecessor on operational sorties.…
Everything We Know About the U.S. Strike on Alleged Venezuelan Drug Boat
The strike, the first of its kind in the Caribbean, destroyed a suspected drug vessel, killing 11, but raised questions on legality and escalation. The United States military has carried…
China’s New UCAVs Come into Full View at Parade
Parade reveals China’s latest UCAV designs, ranging from ISR and strike drones to large stealthy platforms hinting at future PLAAF roles. A few weeks after we reported about a new…
Japan Announces Deployment Plans for Upgraded Type-12 SSM and Hypersonic Glide Missile
Japan will deploy the Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile and the Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile to bases in the north, central and southern regions between 2025 and 2027. Japan’s Ministry of…
First A-29N Super Tucanos Arrive in Portugal for NATO Equipment Integration
Portugal receives its first A-29N Super Tucanos, which will now undergo NATO equipment integration at OGMA before entering service with the Air Force. Portugal has received its first three Embraer…
L3Harris Expands OA-1K Skyraider II Production
While SOCOM reduces near-term OA-1K acquisitions, L3Harris boosts production in Texas, keeping the Armed Overwatch program on track for IOC in 2026. L3Harris Technologies, manufacturer of the U.S. Special Operations…
HH-60G and HH-60W Helicopters Put Countermeasures to the Test Over Water
In a first-of-its-kind test, the effectiveness of the HH-60’s countermeasures was evaluated in a maritime environment against modern aerial threats. The U.S. Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve tested…
SOCOM To Equip C-130 Fleet With APG-83 AESA Radar In Major Upgrade
Special Operations Command selected Northrop Grumman’s APG-83 SABR to replace legacy radars on AC-130J, MC-130J, and HC-130J aircraft. The U.S. Air Force has announced that Special Operations Command (SOCOM) will…
Yokota Air Base Bids Farewell to UH-1N Huey
After over 50 years of continuous service with the U.S. Air Force at Yokota Air Base, Tokyo, the 459th Airlift Squadron has now flown the type's final missions over the…
First F-35B Transported by CH-53K to MCAS Beaufort to be Retired as Static Display
Airframe BF-01 performed the F-35’s first vertical landing on Mar. 18, 2010, and the first vertical takeoff on May 10, 2013, at NAS Patuxent River. The first F-35B Lightning II…
First Clear Photo of Ukraine’s Mirage 2000 Surfaces
Delivered in February 2025, the Mirage 2000 has now been officially shown for the first time by President Zelensky for the Ukrainian Aviation Day. Months after the delivery of the…
Norway Chooses Type 26 as Future Frigate
A long awaited decision on the Royal Norwegian Navy's next generation warships was announced on Aug. 31, with Norwegian PM Jonas Støre confirming the procurement of UK-designed Type 26 frigates…
B-52 Radar Modernization Nears Flight Testing
The AN/APQ-188 radar upgrade for the B-52 is finally preparing to begin flight testing, following years of delays, cost overruns, and a program review. The U.S. Air Force’s long-running effort…
Boeing Unveils New F/A-XX Rendering
Fresh artwork of Boeing’s proposed sixth-generation naval fighter shows similarities to the F-47, the new Air Force fighter. Boeing has released a new rendering of its proposed F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter…
U.S. Navy “Eagerly Awaiting” After Senate Saves F/A-XX in Budget Approval
Vice Admiral Daniel Cheever, Commander of the Naval Air Forces, stressed the need for a naval sixth generation carrier-borne jet distinct from the Air Force’s F-47. Following weeks of uncertainty,…
Japanese F-15Js to Make Rare European Deployment to the UK
Rumors of a Japanese fighter deployment to Britain were confirmed on Aug. 29, 2025, when UK Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed in his speech at the Pacific Future Forum, Tokyo,…
U.S. Army Apache Fires Spike NLOS in First European Demonstration
AH-64E v6 Apache Guardians fired Spike NLOS missiles at sea-based targets at distances of up to 25 kilometers in Poland. The U.S. Army has successfully conducted the first European live-fire…
U.S. Air Force Student Pilots Will Train at the International Flight Training School in Italy
For the first time the U.S. Air Force has chosen a foreign school to train its pilots, with the first 10 students arriving soon in Italy. The Italian Air Force…
The UK’s Intelligence Flights Over Gaza: Analysis and Commentary
Let’s look at what we know about the UK’s flights over Gaza, what we can tell from them, what has been claimed, and what they might signal about UK-Israel relations.…
The Evolution of the B-1 and its Adaptation to Modern Warfare
Originally conceived as a supersonic long-range strategic nuclear heavy bomber, the B-1 has evolved into a very effective multi-role conventional warplane. A product of the Cold War, the North American…
Breaking: Polish F-16 Crashes During Radom Airshow Rehearsal, Pilot Dies
The jet, assigned to the Polish F-16 Tiger Demo Team, was rehearsing for the Radom Air Show planned for Aug. 30 and 31. A Polish Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon,…
Poland Chooses Viper Shield EW Suite for its F-16s
The AN/ALQ-254 Viper Shield will be installed during the upgrade of the fleet of 48 F-16C/D Block 52+ jets to the F-16V Block 72 standard. L3Harris Technologies has announced on…
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…
Thailand Signs Gripen E Contract
The Royal Thai Air Force will be the first user in Asia and the third globally to field the Gripen E. Thailand and Sweden signed on Aug. 25, 2025, a…
Three Russian Il-20 Intercepts in a Week off Alaska by NORAD
NORAD scrambled U.S. Air Force F-16s to intercept Russian Il-20 surveillance aircraft three times in the Alaskan ADIZ in less than one week. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)…
U.S. Approved 3,350 Extended Range Attack Munitions for Ukraine
The air-launched tactical, scalable, cheap air-to-ground weapon was sought by the U.S. Air Force last year for Ukraine. The Trump administration approved last week 3,350 ERAM (Extended Range Attack Munitions)…
U.S. Military Seeks Purchase of Fully Operational Shahed-136 Copies
An RFI was released by the U.S. Government describing the requirement for 1:1 reverse-engineered copies of Iran's Shahed-136 attack drone, also used by Russia, to be used to inform counter…
Florida ANG’s 125th FW Receives Air Force’s 500th F-35A
The 125th FW received its first three F-35As, which will join the ones loaned from sister Air National Guard units for conversion and familiarization training. The Florida Air National Guard’s…
Last Production U-2 Returns to Flight for First Time Since 2008
80-1099 was photographed in flight for the first time in 17 years after being heavily damaged in a hydrazine fire in 2008. Aviation enthusiasts captured the aircraft in flight from…
Lockheed Martin to Boost JAGM & Hellfire Production with $720 Million Contract
U.S. Army awards Lockheed Martin a new contract for JAGM and Hellfire missiles, underscoring the enduring role of these missiles in precision strike missions. On Aug. 21, 2025, Lockheed Martin secured…
Airbus MQ-72C Helicopter Drone Makes First Autonomous Test Flight with Hivemind AI
Airbus partnered with Shield AI to integrate the latter’s Hivemind autonomous flight software for the U.S. Marine Corps’ Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC) program. Shield AI and Airbus U.S. Space and…
SNC’s Freedom Trainer Enters U.S. Navy Competition to Replace T-45
Sierra Nevada Corporation unveils its clean-sheet Freedom Trainer for the Navy’s UJTS, emphasizing carrier training, cost efficiency, and digital design. Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has formally entered the U.S. Navy’s…
New Zealand Selects MH-60R and A321XLR in Major Fleet Recapitalization
The Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk is New Zealand's preferred option to replace its ageing SH-2G(I) Seasprite helicopters, while Airbus A321XLRs will replace the RNZAF's two Boeing 757s. A joint announcement by…
Japanese Defense Minister Visits Turkey as Tokyo Looks to Expand Drone Fleet
Japan’s defense minister Gen Nakatani visited Turkey to enhance defense ties and, while there, also visited the facilities of Turkish Aerospace Industries, Istanbul Naval Shipyard and Baykar. Japan and Turkey…
China’s Compound Helicopter Emerges for the First Time
The images, reportedly captured in April, show a compound helicopter with coaxial main rotors and pusher propeller, which bears similarity to Sikorsky’s X2 Technology. Few days after photos emerged of…
Sikorsky Awarded Contract to Modernize Black Hawk with UAS and Launched Effects
The initial $43 million contract focuses on the airframe’s enhancement and inclusion of a digital backbone to allow for UAS integration. Sikorsky has announced on Aug. 20, 2025, the award…
U.S. Navy Pilot Ejects from F/A-18E Super Hornet off Virginia Coast
The U.S. Navy has confirmed that a pilot from VFA-83 'Rampagers' was safely recovered from the sea after ejecting from an F/A-18E Super Hornet during a training flight. The Navy…
Patriot PAC-3 MSE Demonstrates 360-Degree Engagement Capability with LTADMS Radar
The PAC-3 MSE has been coupled with the LTADMS radar to demonstrate a 360-degree engagement capability for the U.S. Army’s modernized IAMD architecture. The U.S. Army’s Patriot air defense system…
New Footage Shows Secretive RATT55 Radar Testbed Operating from Area 51’s Hangar 18
Photographer Michał Rokita captured video of the elusive Boeing 737 from near Tikaboo Peak, the closest point where civilians can view the test facility at Groom Lake known worldwide as…
BAE Systems and QinetiQ Prepare Avro RJ100 Testbed for ECRS Mk2 Radar Flight Trials
A modified Avro RJ100 will support integration of Leonardo UK’s ECRS Mk2 AESA radar for RAF Typhoons, reducing costs and accelerating development. BAE Systems and QinetiQ are preparing to modify…
China’ First Manned Tilt-Rotor Takes Flight
The aircraft currently appears to be purely civilian passenger oriented, but it could have military applications in future. An image has emerged showing China’s first crewed tiltrotor aircraft taking flight.…
Northrop Grumman Advances to Phase II of U.S. Army Aviation New Threat Detection System
ITDS Phase II brings ATHENA sensor to Army aircraft, providing 360° situational awareness and enhanced survivability against evolving threats. Northrop Grumman has been selected by the U.S. Army to continue…
Red 6’s Augmented Reality Tech Will Be Integrated in F-16 Training
ATARS moves beyond trainers as Red 6 secures its first frontline fighter contract, bringing augmented reality into F-16 cockpits. Red 6 has secured a contract from the U.S. Air Force…
Hsiung Feng III Anti-Ship Missiles Seen on Taiwan’s F-CK-1 Ching-kuo
Taiwanese reports said that the NCSIST is accelerating the testing to gather data that would inform new live fire trials. Taiwan’s air-launched Hsiung Feng III (HF-III or HF-3) Anti-Ship Missile (AShM)…
China’s New Collaborative Combat Aircraft Breaks Cover Ahead of September Parade
The new UCAV will almost certainly translate into an acquisition for the PLA, given China’s tradition to display new military systems in its parades. We may have the first unofficial…
Video of Accidental F-15 Ejection Leaked Online
A video leaked online shows security camera footage of the accidental ejection of an Airman while in the back seat of an F-15D. Few days ago we reported about the…
F-35s Escort Putin’s Aircraft on Return Flight to Russia
The Kremlin shared a video shot inside Putin’s presidential aircraft during the return flight to Russia after the Anchorage meeting. On Aug. 15, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian…
B-2 Stealth Bomber and Four F-35s Fly Over Anchorage During Trump–Putin Meeting
B-2 bomber and F-35s stage an impressive flyover watched by hundreds of thousands online as Trump and Putin meet in Anchorage.A U.S. Air Force B-2A Spirit stealth bomber, escorted by…
Quadcopter Drone Guides GBU-12 LGBs Dropped by F-35A
PDW’s C100 quadcopter, which has also been acquired by the U.S. Army, was used to safely lase targets from a standoff range, demonstrating a new joint fires capability. Performance Drone…
Italian Lightnings Secure the Baltic Skies During Operation Baltic Eagle III
The Italian Air Force deployed four F-35A Lightning II to Ämari Air Base in Estonia, leading NATO’s latest Baltic Air Policing mission. The Italian Air Force deployed four F-35A Lightning…
Switzerland Faces F-35 Procurement Uncertainty Amid Rising Costs and Tariff Pressures
Bern reviews fighter jet plans after U.S. cost hike, legal dispute over “fixed price,” and public protests against steep import tariffs. Switzerland’s long-planned acquisition of the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning…
F-15D Backseater Accidentally Ejects After Landing
A video surfaced online shows the immediate aftermath of the ejection, which followed the landing from incentive flight. An unusual incident at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield, Massachusetts,…
From Combat to Exhibit: Preparing an AV-8B+ Harrier II for Museum Display
The Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum showed in a video of a U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B+ Harrier II was demilitarized and moved to its new home. The…
Poland Signs $3.8B Deal for F-16V Upgrade
As part of the contract, Poland will upgrade its entire fleet of 48 F-16C/D Block 52+ jets to the F-16V Block 72 standard. The Polish Defense Minister Wladysław Kosiniak-Kamysz has…
Marines Fly MQ-9 Reaper with SkyTower II and RDESS/SOAR Pods
NAVAIR announced the first flight of the unmanned aircraft with new electronic support and enhanced cross-domain comms. In a post on social media, the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) announced…
Marines Train on MV-22B Osprey Anti-Submarine Warfare Operations in the Pacific
An Osprey teamed up with two U.S. Navy MH-60R Sea Hawks to deploy sonobuoys in the Philippine Sea, operating from the USS America. A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey has…
First Look at Indonesian Rafale As Crews Train For New Jet
A new image has granted our first opportunity to see a fully painted Indonesian Rafale as crews finalize their training on the new jet. The aircraft, marked T-0301, is seen…
The Tragic Final Mission of B-17G ‘Wee Willie’
The oldest B-17G still in service with the 91st Bomb Group and the next to last B-17 lost to hostile action by the group met a horrifying fate in the…
New B-1B Bomber Task Force Deploys to Norway
The bombers will fly Ally-led missions to practice high-threat air operations and refine skills in the find, fix, track and target process. Three U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers arrived…
HH-60W Helicopters Deploy to Hungary for Two Weeks of Live Fire and Night Ops
First iteration of the Jolly Vihar exercise series featuring the HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter for the 56th Rescue Squadron. The U.S. Air Force rescue community has settled into a…
Let’s Take Another Look at the Top Aces F-16 Sporting a Russian Su-57 ‘Felon’ Paint Scheme
A recent mission of Top Aces’ F-16 N871TA provided another opportunity to see the jet’s striking Felon-inspired livery. As already reported in detail in our previous story that you can…
USAF RC-135 Rivet Joint Took Part in Talisman Sabre with RAAF Jets
Exercise Talon Shield, part of the broader Talisman Sabre, saw Offutt AFB’s RC-135 Rivet Joint taking part in the exercise in Australia for the first time. Two developments last week…
[Updated] UK F-35B Makes Emergency Landing at Kagoshima Airport
A British F-35B Lightning from HMS Prince of Wales has diverted into Kagoshima Airport, Japan, with an apparent technical issue. The aircraft landed safely and was moved to an adjoining…
Qatar-Donated 747-8 Spotted In Texas Ahead Of ‘Air Force One’ Refit
The VIP-configured B747-8, which will be converted into Air Force One, was photographed departing Alliance Fort Worth en route to Waco. On Aug. 8, the Boeing 747-8 N7478D, donated by…
VMFA-112 Unveils F/A-18D ‘USMC 250th Anniversary’ Jet
Take a look at the F/A-18D in special color scheme to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. On Aug. 7, 2025, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 112 rolled…
Australian KC-30A Cleared to Refuel USAF F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagle
Together with the RAAF E-7A Wedgetail refueled by an USAF KC-46A Pegasus, the RAAF KC-30 being able to refuel F-15s enhances interoperability between Australia and the U.S. The RAAF (Royal…
British and U.S. F-35Bs Land on Japan’s JS Kaga
For the first time, a British F-35B Lightning II landed on the Japanese JS Kaga during joint training as part of CSG25. British and U.S. F-35Bs landed on the Japan…
France is Testing the Rafale F4.3
Preparing for the future of the Rafale, France conducted a test campaign to assess the current state of the F4.3 standard ahead of its final definition. The French Directorate General…
R-73-Equipped Crop Duster Spotted in Ukraine
The Zlin Z-137 Agro Turbo agricultural aircraft equipped with R-73 IR-guided air-to-air missiles might be used as a drone hunter. A short video circulating on social media shows yet another…
HeliOperations Awarded Royal Navy Fleet Helicopter Support Unit Contract
Two AW139 helicopters based from Portland will provide personnel transfer, logistics, and training support from Spring 2026, replacing Bristow Helicopters’ Newquay-based Dauphin. The £41 million contract award to UK company…
U.S. Navy’s New TACAMO Aircraft Named E-130J Phoenix II
The name is a nod to the C-130 platform already fulfilling the TACAMO mission as EC-130Q between 1963 and 1993. After designating last year the selection of the E-130J designation…
B-1B Lancer Bombers Fly ‘Hybrid’ Strike Sorties During Red Flag Nellis 25-3
By forward basing Mission Planning Cells at Nellis AFB, the 9th Bomb Squadron flew complex strike missions at the Nevada Test and Firing Range from Dyess AFB. At its first…
Northrop Grumman Releases F/A-XX Official Concept Art
Northrop Grumman released on its website the first official concept art of the F/A-XX, providing a glimpse into its vision of 6th gen naval air power. Northrop Grumman has published…
First Japanese F-35Bs Arrive to Nyutabaru Air Base
The first three F-35B Lightning IIs have finally been delivered to the Japan Air Self Defense Force. The Japan Air Self Defense Force Article (JASDF) announced the arrival of its…
ULA Vulcan Centaur Rocket to Launch First Military Payload on August 12th
United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur orbital launch vehicle will undertake its first National Security Space Launch (NSSL) mission next week, the rocket type’s third launch overall. The two stage vehicle…
USAF E-9A Widget Range Support Aircraft Receives First Full Repaint in a Decade
The E-9A supports air-to-air weapon systems evaluation at Tyndall AFB providing range clearance, telemetry support and data relay. The U.S. Air Force’s E-9A Widget firing range safety and surveillance aircraft…
F-15E Strike Eagle Lands With Missing Wheel at Kadena Air Base
An F-15E Strike was flying from Diego Garcia to Kadena when it was discovered that a wheel was missing. A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle conducted an emergency landing…
Spain Drops F-35 Plans, Looks to European Alternatives
Despite the need to modernize, Spain shelves F-35 plans, leaving its Navy without a STOVL replacement. The purchase of F-35 Lightning II aircraft, the fifth-generation American stealth fighter, for the…
Hydraulic Fitting Failure Led to B-2 Gear Collapse, Wing Fire and $300M Damage at Whiteman AFB in 2022
Investigators say a hydraulic fitting failure set off the 2022 B-2 incident at Whiteman AFB, ending in a gear collapse, wing fire and $300M repair bill. The U.S. Air Force…
Royal Navy and JMSDF to Cooperate on F-35B Lightning II Operations
The HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group will link up with the Japanese task group of the JS Kaga to practice combined F-35B operations. The UK’s Royal Navy and…
451st Flying Training Squadron Celebrates T-1A Jayhawk, Final Assigned Jet Retires
End of an era as final Jayhawk departs Pensacola, marking shift to all-simulator training for Combat System Officers. The 451st Flying Training Squadron retired their final T-1A Jayhawk to Davis-Monthan…
China’s Third Tailless Next-Generation Aircraft Emerges
Photographs of a previously unseen Chinese stealthy platform have surfaced online. Some photos are taken from distance, but other frames are shot straight up from below with the aircraft flying…
Damaged C-130J Flies Again Five Years After Hard Landing
A hard landing at Ramstein Air Base in 2020 damaged a C-130J’s structural integrity, which led to it becoming the first of the type to receive a wing replacement in…
Top Aces F-16 Makes First Flight in Su-57 ‘Felon’-Inspired Livery
The new paint scheme of Top Aces’ F-16 mimics that of the Russian Su-57 “Felon” fighter jet. On Aug. 4, 2025, one of Top Aces’ former Israeli Air Force F-16A…
U.S. Navy F/A-18 and EA-18 Fleet Reaches 12 Million Flight Hours
The 12 million flight hours milestone cements the F/A-18 and EA-18G fleet’s status as one of the most enduring families of aircraft in modern naval aviation. The U.S. Navy has…
Dragon Lady at Oshkosh: Exclusive U-2 Pilot Interviews Mark 70th Anniversary and Historic Homecoming
Two U-2 pilots, including a Wisconsin native, share rare insights on the legendary spy plane’s enduring legacy and relevance in today’s battlespace. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 drew a record-breaking crowd…
U.S. Army Aviators Get Experience on MV-22 in Preparation for MV-75
U.S. Army aviators are gaining hands-on experience with tiltrotor technology through familiarization flights in the MV-22 Osprey of the U.S. Marine Corps. In order to better prepare for the introduction…
Indian Rafale Downed in Largest Air Battle in Decades Due to Intel Failure on PL-15 Range – Reports
Kill chain and long-range missile gave Pakistan the edge in Rafale shootdown, according to a recent report by Reuters. On Aug. 2, 2025, an interesting story by Reuter's Saeed Shah…
First Japanese F-35B Stealth Jets Spotted En Route to Japan
After months of delay, the first Japanese F-35Bs are on the way to their new home and were spotted during a stop in Hawaii. The first F-35B Lightning II STOVL…
U.S. F/A-18Fs and Italian F-35Bs Simulate CAS Operations Over Black Sea
U.S. F/A-18Fs and Italian F-35Bs conducted simulated CAS operations over the Black Sea and into Romanian training areas during NATO’s Neptune Strike 25-2. As the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN…
Improper Pin Install, Strap Entanglement Caused Fatal T-6A Accidental Ejection
The AAIB found the seat’s safety pin was not fully installed and the previously disconnected harness chest strap caught on and inadvertently actuated the seat's handle. An improperly inserted safety…
U.S. Air Force Confirms TU-2S Dragon Lady Broke Endurance Records
The historic flight, which was 11 years in the making, saw the TU-2 flying longer than 14 hours and traveling over 6,000 NM across all 48 contiguous states of the…
U-2 Dragon Lady Breaks Altitude and Endurance Records During 70th Anniversary Flight
Flying from Beale AFB, a Lockheed U-2 aircraft, using the specially chosen callsign DRAGON 70, was heard communicating with ATC about a plan to set an endurance and altitude record…
U.S. Navy Tests MAC-E Signal Processing System for P-8A Poseidon
The Multi-static Active Coherent Enhancements (MAC-E) is an active sonar system composed of source and receiver sonobuoys used by the P-8 during ASW missions. The Naval Air Test and Evaluation…
Raytheon Secures Record-Breaking $3.5 Billion AMRAAM Missile Contract from U.S. DoD
Department of Defense announced a $3.5 billion award to Raytheon for AMRAAM missiles: it's the largest contract in program history. On Jul. 31, 2025, the DOD announced that Raytheon was…
Leonardo AW149: A Modern Medium Helicopter Powering a New Era of Battlefield Mobility
Modern, modular, and NATO-ready, the AW149 is emerging as Europe’s next generation medium multirole helicopter built for the modern battlefield. Building on Leonardo’s extensive experience in the military helicopter sector,…
TH-57 Landing on USS Lexington Marks the End of an Era in Naval Helicopter Training
TH-57 lands aboard decommissioned aircraft carrier to join Museum collection as the U.S. Navy Navy transitions to the new TH-73A Thrasher. On Jul. 30, 2025, a TH-57C Sea Ranger helicopter…
Northrop Grumman and USAF Test-Fire Sentinel ICBM’s Stage-Two Rocket Motor
Northrop Grumman tested the motor in the vacuum chamber in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force, continuing the development of the Minuteman III’s replacement. Northrop Grumman has test fired the…
U.S. Navy F-35C Crashes Near NAS Lemoore, California
A U.S. Navy F-35C with VFA-125 crashed at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California. The pilot ejected safely. An F-35C Lightning II jet, attached to the “Rough Raiders” of VFA-125, from…
AFSOC’s OA-1K Skyraider II is Undergoing Developmental Testing at Eglin AFB
As the Skyraider II is the USAF’s first tailwheel aircraft in over 50 years, test evaluators had to devise a new methodology to verify its performance. The AFSOC’s (Air Force…
Wisconsin ANG Shows Off Towable HQ-16 SAM Replica at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Part of the U.S. Military contingent at this year’s EAA AirVenture event, the local Wisconsin Air National Guard showed off a range of its equipment, including a full scale surrogate…
TAI and Airbus Sign Cooperation Agreement for Spanish Hürjets
Spain and Türkiye agreed on the workshare to develop the Spanish Hürjets, which will have major Spanish subsystems, ahead of the signing of the contract. A new agreement between TAI…
A Look at the Engineering and Maintenance of the A-10’s GAU-8/A Cannon
The United States Air Force A-10 was designed as a Close Air Support aircraft, built around a potent armor-destroying 30 mm rotating barrel cannon known as the Avenger. Known as…
Secretive X-37B Spaceplane Prepares to Launch for its Eighth Mission
The U.S. Space Force will launch the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle on Aug. 21, 2025, from Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The U.S. Space Force announced that it will launch the…
Textron Unveils Beechcraft T-346N Offering for the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System
The M-346N is being offered as a “ready-now” solution, based on the original M-346 aircraft developed by Leonardo, to train future naval aviators. Textron Aviation Defense has announced on Jul.…
France’s ‘Archange’ SIGINT Aircraft Flies for the First Time
The Archange, based on the Dassault Falcon 8X, will replace the two Transall C-160G Gabriel SIGINT aircraft prematurely divested in May 2022. The French Air and Space Force’s (Armée de…
Elbit Systems J-MUSIC Selected to Protect German A400M Fleet
The German Air Force will equip 23 A400M with the DIRCM system to enable tactical operations in areas where there is the threat of MANPADS. Elbit Systems has been awarded…
Belgium, France and UK Conduct Air Surveillance Mission Over Black Sea
A joint surveillance mission saw a French E-3F and a British RC-135 operating over the Black Sea supported by tankers and fighters from Belgium and France. Belgium, France and the…
U.S. and UK Are Developing Collision Avoidance Tech for the F-35
The Collision Avoidance Manual Deconfliction is being tested on the F-35 at Edwards AFB and is intended to reduce the risk of midair collision with civilian and military aircraft. The…
Thai F-16 Shown with South Korean KGGB Bomb Before Strikes Against Cambodia
As hostilities with Cambodia continue, photos show a RTAF F-16 carrying a Mk-82 bomb converted with the KGGB kit which Thailand acquired from South Korea in 2022. Hostilities between Thailand…
U.S. Navy Begins Work on T-45 Goshawks Service Life Extension
The Fleet Readiness Center Southeast inducted its first two T-45 Goshawks into the Service Life Extension Program production line, 13 months after the Navy identified the requirement. The U.S. Navy…
USAF, USMC, RAF Pilots Fly Australian F-35As during Talisman Sabre
In a significant display of interoperability, pilots from the US and UK seamlessly flew on Australian F-35s, demonstrating the flexibility to put any pilot in any F-35. Enhancing allied interoperability…
RIAT 2025: E-7 Wedgetail, B-1 Bomber, U-2 Dragon Lady Steal the Show
The Royal International Air Tattoo delighted crowds with an incredible number of modern aircraft, including for the first time the RAF E-7 Wedgetail AEW1. The latest in the series of…
Thai F-16 Strikes Cambodia as Border Dispute Intensifies
Thailand's armed forces have confirmed that one F-16 aircraft in a flight of six opened fire at what it claimed to be a Cambodian military target as the two countries'…
Denmark Orders Four MQ-9B SkyGuardian UAVs
With support from the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, Denmark has ordered four MQ-9B SkyGuardian aircraft from GA-ASI along with three Certified Ground Control Stations (CGCS). Denmark joins a growing…
L3Harris and Italy’s ELT Group Launch First Multi-Sensor ISR Test Facility Outside the U.S.
The new facility will support several programs, including the EA-37B and the JAMMS platforms. On Jul. 24, 2025, L3Harris Technologies and ELT Group, a leading Italian company in electromagnetic spectrum…
HMS Stirling Castle Commissioned into the Royal Navy: The Changing Face of Mine Warfare
Mine countermeasures ‘mothership’ Stirling Castle raised the white ensign on Jul. 25, transferring from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. The ship is a step towards a new way of countering sea…
The Secretive D-21 Drone and Operation Senior Bowl
Even more Top Secret than the Lockheed SR-71, the D-21 drone was a promising Cold War idea that could have eliminated the need for manned overflights, although it was mostly…
MQ-20 Avenger Simulates Beyond-Line-Of-Sight Engagement in New Test
The test demonstrated long-range kill chain effects, including an autonomous air-to-air engagement, by using beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) Command and Control (C2). The MQ-20 Avenger Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) conducted another…
Turkey Moves Closer to Eurofighter Typhoon Acquisition
Turkey and the UK have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking another step toward Ankara’s potential acquisition of the Eurofighter Typhoon. On Jul. 23, 2025, Yasar Güler, Turkish Minister…
Northrop Grumman’s Beacon Testbed Seen Outside Hangar for the First Time
New Northrop Grumman video offers first unobstructed view of the Vanguard-based uncrewed aircraft that will support AI and autonomy development. On Jul. 22, 2025, Northrop Grumman released a new video…
Lockheed Martin Tested CMMT Low-Cost Cruise Missile
The CMMT (Common Multi-Mission Truck) ‘D’ and ‘X missiles were launched from a Rapid Dragon cell and a test aircraft’s pylon, respectively. Lockheed Martin has tested two of its CMMT…
Stranded British F-35B Departs India After Repairs
38 days after an emergency landing in India, the repaired F-35B has taken off again, reportedly enroute to join HMS Prince of Wales. The British F-35B from the HMS Prince…
Belgian F-35 Fleet Will Reach 45 Jets, Expanding Existing Order by 11
Belgium will shore up its commitment to the F-35 with a follow-on order for more jets and for cruise missiles to arm them, while also seeking an expanded role in…
JF-17 Thunder Block III Makes RIAT Debut and Wins ‘Spirit of the Meet’ Trophy
The JF-17 Thunder was among the highlights of this year's Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford. The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) took part in this year’s Royal International…
Italy Signs Contract to Acquire EA-37B Compass Call
The Italian government signed a $300 million deal to procure two EA-37B Compass Call electronic attack aircraft, after the U.S. approval in 2024. The Italian Air Force is set to…
Delta Regional Flight Performs ‘Aggressive Maneuver’ To Avoid B-52 Near Minot
A civilian pilot was forced to perform what has been described as an "aggressive go-around" to avoid a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber near Minot, North Dakota. The article…
L3Harris Unveils Red Wolf and Green Wolf Launched Effects
The missiles, which can provide both kinetic and non-kinetic effects, have been tested over 40 times since 2020 from both rotary and fixed wing platforms. L3Harris has shed more light…
Final Four 389th FS F-15E Jets Return From Combat Tour With Nose Art And Weapon Markings
Let's take a look at the JASSM and APKWS markings on the final four F-15E Strike Eagles of the 389th Fighter Squadron "Thunderbolts" as they return from their deployment to…
Civilian Boat Collides With USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum in San Diego
A 60 foot sport fishing boat sailed into the side of the decommissioned USS Midway on Jul. 18, 2025, with the operator apparently under the influence of alcohol. No injuries…
Stranded An-124 Rejoins Antonov Fleet at Leipzig
One of Antonov Airlines’ prized An-124s, which was undergoing an overhaul at the time of Russia’s full scale invasion, escaped Ukraine’s contested airspace and arrived at Antonov’s temporary base at…
New Photos Show USAF F-16 Equipped with Six Rocket Pods for APKWS II
By carrying six LAU-131 A/A rocket pods, the F-16 will be able to carry up to 42 AGR-20 Falco rockets, matching the F-15E’s payload for Counter-UAS missions. The U.S. Air…
366th FW F-15Es Return From Middle East Deployment With AGM-158 And APKWS Markings
The F-15E Strike Eagles returning to their home base at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, feature interesting bomb markings (along with nose art depicting horror movie characters). Split into…
Malloy TRV-150 Electric VTOL Drone Demonstrates APKWS Capability
Munitions equipped with the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) laser guidance kit were fired at both land and air targets from a modified variant of Malloy Aeronautics’ T-150 octocopter.…
Lockheed Martin Clears F-35 Backlog Deliveries
A total of 72 aircraft were parked at Lockheed Martin’s facilities after the Technology Refresh 3 experienced severe glitches, following which the Pentagon halted deliveries in July 2023. Lockheed Martin…
Australia Hosts First Live Fire of SM-6 at Target Ship Outside the U.S.
The U.S. Army’s 3rd Multi-Domain Task Force conducted in the opening days of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 the first Mid-Range Capability live fire exercise outside the U.S. The U.S. Army…
High Priority C-17 Flight Fuels Speculation About RAF Lakenheath Nuclear Mission
Reach 4574, a C-17 Globemaster III, flew direct from Kirtland AFB, home to the AFMC Nuclear Weapons Centre, to RAF Lakenheath with the support of KC-46 Pegasus refueling aircraft. Ever…
GCAP Combat Air Flying Demonstrator Planned To Fly By 2027
A UK developed demonstrator aircraft, which will be used to inform the joint Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), has been revealed and is expected to be ready to fly by…
General Atomics Demonstrates Autonomy Integration on XQ-67A
The recent flight tested the integration of government-owned autonomy on the XQ-67A, paired with active tactical datalink communications. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems announced on Jul. 16, 2025, that it has…
Italian F-35Bs and AV-8B+ Harriers Train with French Rafale Ms
The Italian F-35s deployed for the first time to Landivisiau Naval Air Base, integrating 5th gen aircraft in the training of the French Navy’s Rafales. The French Navy’s (Marine Nationale)…
Germany Requests to Buy U.S. Typhon Missile Launchers
Defense Minister Boris Pistorious confirmed during a meeting with his U.S. counterpart that Germany had officially requested clearance to buy the Typhon, a containerized launcher compatible with Tomahawk and SM-6…
Iranian Attack Destroyed U.S. Satellite Communications Dish at Al Udeid Air Base
Images showing a destroyed satellite antenna at Al Udeid, part of the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) network, have surfaced following earlier satellite imagery that revealed a radome had been hit…
F-15EXs Arrive at Kadena Air Base for Familiarization Training
Two F-15EXs of the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron are conducting integration and familiarization training with local units ahead of the delivery of the jet in 2026. The U.S. Air…
Italian Typhoons Test Paveway IV Bombs
A detachment of the Italian Air Force with three Eurofighter Typhoons is currently deployed to RAF Marham in the UK, testing the Paveway IV dual mode laser and GPS/INS guided…
B-52s Escorted by Japanese and South Korean Fighters in Trilateral Exercise
U.S. Air Force B-52s deployed to Andersen AFB, Guam, linked with Japanese Mitsubishi F-2 and South Korean KF-16 Fighting Falcon fighter aircraft while operating in the Pacific region on Jul.…
Helos And Horses: Army to Disband Fort Riley’s Mounted Color Guard After Decades of Service
We witnessed one of the final joint training events as UH-60M Black Hawk flew over the last cavalry horse unit of the 1st Infantry Division. It’s not every day that…
U.S. Approves HH-60W Sale to Norway
The U.S. government has approved the possible Foreign Military Sale to Norway of nine HH-60W Jolly Green II Combat Rescue Helicopters. The U.S. State Department has approved the Foreign Military…
Dassault Seeks 80% of FCAS Workshare to Get the Delayed Program Moving
Partners are becoming concerned about the FCAS overshooting the 2045 deadline, as bids for the Phase 2, which will produce a demonstrator aircraft, are yet to be announced. Reflecting the…
The Flexible C-17 Globemaster III has Impressive STOL Capabilities
Proving to be one of the most flexible transport aircraft in United States Air Force history, the McDonnell Douglas/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III provides improved airlift capabilities close to battlefields, humanitarian…
UK and France to Resume Storm Shadow/SCALP-EG Production
The extension of the production will allow the two countries to restock the Storm Shadow/SCALP stockpiles as the work on the next-generation cruise missile. The United Kingdom and France announced…
Russia Considers Retiring its Sole Aircraft Carrier
The Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier has suffered several accidents from 2009 to 2019, and has been undergoing overhaul and modernization works since 2017. The Russian Navy is likely to pull…
Leonardo’s Miysis DIRCM Selected to Protect German C-130Js
Leonardo’s Miysis DIRCM will protect the Luftwaffe’s fleet of six KC-130J and C-130J-30 aircraft operated by the Franco-German Binational Air Transport C-130J Squadron (BATS). Leonardo has been competitively selected by…
Liberty Lifter Ekranoplan Transport Program Scrapped by DARPA
Notably in the same week that a Chinese ekranoplan design emerged, DARPA announced the cancellation of its Liberty Lifter ground effect seaplane program. First reported by Aviation Week on Jul.…
USMC F-35Bs Fly From HMS Prince of Wales off Australian Coast
U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft from the USS America have cross-decked onto the Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales ahead of Exercise Talisman Sabre. Currently sailing in waters…
Polish Air Force Chief and Indonesian Test Pilot Fly on KF-21 Boramae
Maj. Gen. Nowak flew in the KF-21's backseat during a visit to KAI’s facilities, followed a day later by Col. Rigonald who became the first Indonesian pilot to test the…
Snakes’ Final Strike: 50th Flying Training Squadron Inactivated
After more than five decades of advanced jet training, the 50th FTS is inactivated and its legacy absorbed into a new ‘super-squadron’ at Columbus AFB. The 50th Flying Training Squadron,…
Boeing Secures Contract to Equip B-1B Bomber with New Pylons
The B-1B Lancer bomber will be able to use up to six Load Adaptable Modular pylons under the fuselage to carry heavy standoff munitions and hypersonic weapons. The U.S. Air…
KLM Pilots To Fly The F-35 As Reservists In New Military-Civilian Partnership
As global tensions rise, the Netherlands turns to commercial aviation to reinforce its F-35 pilot pool. A new agreement between KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and the Dutch Ministry of Defense…
Former Air Force Chiefs Criticize Proposal to Cancel E-7 and Cut F-35s
Sixteen retired USAF officials joined with the Air & Space Forces Association to issue an open letter to Congress setting out their case opposing U.S. Government military spending plans. Proposals…
USAF Test Pilot School Introduces A-29C Super Tucano
The A-29C will be used both for training as part of the Test Pilot School’s curriculum and experimental testing of mission systems, avionics, sensors and weapons. The A-29C Super Tucanos…
Red Arrows Display at RIAT 2025 Will Use Sustainable Aviation Fuel
For the first time ever during a display, the RAF Red Arrows will fuel their jets with Sustainable Aviation Fuel at 2025’s Royal International Air Tattoo. The usually diesel-fueled smoke…
Osan Air Base Receives Upgraded F-16s From Misawa
The arrival of the F-16s marked a significant step forward in modernizing the 51st Fighter Wing aircraft and strengthening the U.S. Air Force’s regional combat readiness. The 51st Fighter Wing…
Zumwalt Class Stealth Destroyer USS Michael Monsoor Arrives in Japan
The ship is the first Zumwalt class to visit Yokosuka since USS Zumwalt’s 2022 visit, which was the first ever port call for the class in the Western Pacific region.…
Seoul Scraps Purchase of Additional AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters
South Korea will shift towards cheaper attack drones to cover the same tank busting roles, consistent with evolving trends in modern warfare. South Korea has now given an official imprimatur…
South Korea’s P-8 Poseidons Are Now Operational
The Republic of Korea Navy will use its new P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to detect underwater North Korean threats. The Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) is now employing operationally…
Full Photo of New Chinese Ekranoplan Breaks Cover
A new ekranoplan, or ground-effect vehicle, design emerging from China was first noted earlier this week. Now a new image offers our first look at the whole airframe. An ekranoplan,…
U.S. Navy Set to Procure Up To 6,000 Active Expendable Decoys for F-35s and F/A-18s
NAVAIR is planning to acquire Active Expendable Decoys with a 2"x1"x8" form factor from Leonardo UK, hinting at the system being the BriteCloud 218 countermeasure. The U.S. Naval Air Systems…
U.S. Air Force F-16C and F-15E Control Multiple XQ-58 Drones in Groundbreaking Test
Pilots aboard an F-16C Fighting Falcon and an F-15E Strike Eagle each controlled two XQ-58A Valkyrie unmanned aircraft in an air combat training scenario. In a groundbreaking test which has…
What It Takes to Keep a 70-Year-Old B-52 Flying: Exclusive Look Inside the Accelerated Inspection at Edwards AFB
Inside the rapid B-52 X-Ray inspection that saved 17 days and boosted confidence in the 70-year-old bomber. In late June 2025, the U.S. Air Force’s 412th Test Wing shared that…
T-7A Red Hawk Undergoes Second Round of Extreme Weather Trials at Eglin AFB
The goal of the test was to ensure the T-7A Red Hawk is fully capable and ready to perform its mission in representative climates. The T-7A Red Hawk, the U.S.…
End of an Era: Italy’s 154th Squadron Transitions from Tornado to F-35A
On July 3, 2025, the 154th Squadron “Red Devils” officially transitioned from the Tornado IDS to the F-35A, becoming the second unit within the 6th Wing to operate the fifth-generation…
Boeing Contracted to Deliver More Torpedo Glide Kits for U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidons
A $61m contract awarded to Boeing exercises an option for additional production of High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability kits for Mark 54 torpedoes. High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability,…
Raptors Unleashed: A Look Back At The F-22’s Initial Combat Operations Against ISIS
Looking back at its first combat operations against ISIS, the F-22 proved it could do much more than dominate the skies, delivering precision strikes and sharing critical data with allied…
RAF Will Open Competition to Replace Hawk T1 and T2 Jets
Defence minister Maria Eagle confirmed to Parliament that a competition will be opened to replace the venerable British-designed training jet, also used by the Red Arrows display team. The recommendation…
USAF Tests SpaceX’s Starshield on C-130J Super Hercules
The service is looking for an alternate rapid tactical communications and data-linking capability to better equip the mobility fleet for logistics in high-end, contested environments. The 317th Airlift Wing at…
B-2 Spirit Receives New Communications and Survivability Upgrades
Novel capabilities ensure B-2 crews can ‘aviate, navigate, communicate, strike their targets, and get home safely’ with a bomber which ‘remains ready, effective, and survivable.’ The U.S. Air Force Life-Cycle…
Italian Air Force Stands Up New F-35B Squadron
The 101st Gruppo (Squadron), reactivated after a period in "quadro" (dormant) status, will operate the STOVL variant of the Lightning II aircraft from Amendola Air Base. On Jul. 1, 2025,…
Model 437 Vanguard Integrated with Beacon Autonomous Testbed Ecosystem
Beacon would help third-partners ‘quickly mature their mission autonomy software in an integrated, operationally relevant environment.’ Scaled Composites has announced the next stage of the partnership with its parent company…
Leonardo and Bombardier Eye Maritime Variant of Global 6500 as Italy Weighs Fixed-Wing ASW Options
The MoU signed at Paris Air Show 2025 paves the way for a potential multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft, as Italy looks beyond the P-72A and assesses contenders like the Kawasaki…
Stunning Air-to-Air Shots Capture NATO Baltic Air Policing Jets During Exceptionally Busy Deployment
British Typhoons and Swedish Gripens are deployed to Malbork, Poland, as part of enhanced air policing measures. 15 Russian aircraft were intercepted by the Typhoons across only six days.Photographers Rich…
A Brief History of Nuclear Weapons in the Royal Air Force
Following the announcement that the Royal Air Force is regaining nuclear weapons, we explore the service’s history using nukes, explaining why they were originally abandoned in 1998. For 43 years,…
UK Police Helicopter Reports Near Miss with U.S. F-15 from RAF Lakenheath
A U.S. F-15 and a UK police helicopter investigating drone activity came within 1,900 feet of vertical separation during a nighttime encounter. No risk of collision was identified. A National…
MQ-28A Ghost Bat Tested at Operational RAAF Base
The Collaborative Combat Aircraft operated for the first time outside of the Woomera Training Area during Exercise Carlsbad in April 2025 at RAAF Tindal, which hosts F-35A and MQ-4C units.…
Denmark Deploys F-16s to Greenland
As part of the increased Danish military presence in Greenland, RDAF F-16s deployed to Kangerlussuaq on the island's west coast and visited Pituffik Space base. Two Royal Danish Air Force…
The U.S. Airstrike on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Was 15 Years in the Making
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, Operation Midnight Hammer, the precision B-2 raid that hit key Iranian nuclear sites, had its roots in a classified mission that began over…
British F-35s Will Carry Nuclear Weapons, But Where Are Their Conventional Weapons?
The now planned purchase of F-35As, which will join the NATO nuclear mission, has led headlines, but the UK’s F-35Bs still lack any standoff strike weapons. As UK carrier strike…
French Mirage 2000s and Rafales Shoot Down Stratospheric Balloons During Test
French officials expressed concern over high-altitude objects beyond 20 km, an area which is becoming increasingly contested. France announced on Jun. 24, 2025 that it has tested the engagement of…
The Bizarre German Aircraft with an Identity Crisis: The BV 155
First conceived by Messerschmitt as a carrier-borne fighter, the Me 155 morphed into a high-speed attack plane and later a high-altitude interceptor known as the Blohm & Voss BV 155.…
Pratt & Whitney XA103 Engine Promotional Video Shows Canard-Equipped NGAD Rendering
Although reminiscent of the official F-47 renderings, the model in RTX's video is actually based on a notional design by artist Rodrigo Avella. A new promotional video released by RTX,…
United Kingdom to Buy F-35A Lightning for Tactical Nuclear Strike Role
The British government has announced it will purchase 12 new F-35A Lightning II fighter jets to contribute to NATO’s tactical nuclear forces. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is to make…
GCAP Partners Announce ‘Edgewing’ Joint Venture
Edgewing will be accountable for the design and development of the next generation combat aircraft and will remain the design authority for the life of the product. The three industrial…
Baykar, Leonardo Advance Memorandum of Understanding with New 50:50 Joint Venture
LBA Systems, to be based in Italy, will be dedicated to the design, development, and production of unmanned aerial systems. Announced at the Paris Air Show, Italian based aerospace giant…
Operation Midnight Hammer: U.S. Air Force Releases Images of Long-Range B-2 Raid
Official images show B-2 Spirit stealth bombers being prepared, departing, and returning to Whiteman AFB as part of the U.S. operation against Iranian nuclear sites. Operation Midnight Hammer involved over…
Eurofighter Charts Aggressive Production Growth and Mid-Life Upgrade
Eurofighter is shifting to a mid-life upgrade strategy and plans to double Typhoon production to meet global demand amid delays in sixth-gen fighter programs. As Europe’s sixth-generation fighter programs struggle…
Iran Launches Counterattack Against U.S. Bases Across the Middle East
Air raid sirens and air defense missiles have been seen and heard across the Middle East as Iran responds to the U.S. airstrike against its nuclear facilities. Airspace over Qatar…
NH90 Block 2 Architecture Study Launched by Airbus and Leonardo
Airbus and Leonardo have teamed up to evaluate a Block 2 evolution of the NH90 helicopter, following a request from the NATO Helicopter Management Agency. The envisaged Block 2 upgrade…
Operation Midnight Hammer: How U.S. B-2 Bombers Struck Iran Undetected
More than 125 aircraft, including 7 B-2 stealth bombers, snuck into Iran while other B-2s were sent to Guam as decoys. Details continue to emerge after the United States struck…
[Updated] B-2 Spirit Bombers Struck Iranian Nuclear Sites
While most reporters were focused on the B-2 heading to Guam, the actual strike package was already flying east over the Atlantic Ocean toward its targets in Iran. Few days…
Lithuania Choses Embraer C-390 Millenium as ‘Next Generation’ Military Cargo Aircraft
The C-390 will supplement the C-27J, strengthening the Lithuanian Air Force and supporting interoperability with NATO partners. Lithuania announced on Jun. 19, 2025 the selection of the Embraer C-390 Millenium…
First Test Fire of the MICA NG Air-to-Air Missile
France conducted the first live fire test of the MICA Next Generation, the evolution of the MICA air-to-air missile in service with the French Air and Space Force. The French…
B-2 Stealth Bombers Depart Whiteman AFB for Andersen AFB, Guam, Amid Iran Conflict
Following a large number of tanker positioning movements over the previous few days, aviation enthusiasts have now confirmed the departure of B-2 Spirits from Whiteman AFB en route to Guam.…
AI-Powered MQ-20 Avenger Achieves First Simulated Air-to-Air Kill
The second test of the MQ-20 Avenger with Shield AI’s autonomy software saw the UCAV conducting more complex missions with both live and virtual aircraft. A “first-of-its-kind” test of a…
New Stealth UCAS Set to Fly Alongside Rafale F5 Debuts at Paris Airshow
France is gearing up to deploy a stealthy UCAS (Uncrewed Combat Air System) alongside the Rafale F5 by around 2033, following its program announcement in October 2024. Stealthy UCAV for…
Major Security Breach at RAF Brize Norton Sees Protesters Spray Voyager Aircraft With Paint
The Royal Air Force’s air transport hub was breached by activists belonging to Palestine Action, who sprayed paint inside the engines of an A330 Voyager multi-role tanker transport aircraft. As…
U.S. F-22 Raptors Are Deploying To The Middle East
The first 8 of 12 U.S. Air Force F-22s have departed the UK and are currently en route to the region as the White House considers whether to join Israel’s…
First P-8A Poseidon Flies with Increment 3 Block 2 Upgrades
The upgrade brings the full set of capabilities outlined in the P-8A program’s evolutionary acquisition strategy. The U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) announced last week the completion of…
RAAF MQ-28A Ghost Bat Teams Up with E-7A Wedgetail AEW&C Aircraft
A single operator aboard the E-7 took control of two MQ-28s, having them fly ahead to protect the crewed asset. In a major milestone, two MQ-28A Ghost Bat unmanned aircraft…
Sentry North 2025 Showcases Distributed Ops With F-35s
Exclusive: Marine and Air Force F-35 Pilots Detail Their Missions During the Exercise Formerly Known as Northern Lightning. Sentry North, the annual exercise formerly named Northern Lightning, has just wrapped…
Leonardo’s C-27J Makes Civilian Market Debut with Aramco’s Order
The Saudi Arabian energy giant Aramco signed an agreement to acquire two C-27J Spartan aircraft at the Paris Air Show. On June 16, 2025, Aramco, the Saudi Arabian energy giant,…
France Selects Saab GlobalEye to Replace E-3F AWACS
The joint declaration of intent includes two GlobalEyes and an option for two additional aircraft. After a year of speculation and reports about France having chosen Saab’s GlobalEye AEW&C (Airborne…
Israel’s Secretive RA-01 Drone Allegedly Spotted Over Syria–Israel Border
A drone believed to be the elusive Israeli RA-01 was seen over the Golan Heights A short video, possibly recorded with a smartphone and later posted on social media, appears…
U.S. Military Build-Up Continues in the Middle East as Attack Decision Looms
While the U.S. evaluates whether to join the strikes on Iran or not, assets continue to flow to the Middle East in preparation for the decision. The U.S. is continuing…
MBDA Reveals ‘One Way Effector’ Long Range Strike Drone
MBDA announced a new low-cost strike drone called the One Way Effector at Paris Air Show, claiming a range of around 500 kilometers with a 40-kilogram warhead. Designed to leverage…
Iran Shoots Down Israeli Hermes Drone: First Confirmed Iranian Kill Since War Began
After several unsubstantiated claims of downing F-35s, Iran has now presented evidence of the shootdown of a Hermes 900 drone. Iran has reportedly shot down its first Israeli aircraft since…
Wargame Shows How CCAs Could Take On China
CCAs would support the U.S. Air Force’s 4th and 5th gen fighters by harassing and creating targeting dilemmas for PLA forces, shaping their decisions in favor of U.S. forces. The…
France Considers Multirole Strike, EW, and ISR Upgrades for Airbus A400M
Comments made by a French Air & Space Force Colonel suggest the A400M transport could evolve into a “heavy combat aircraft.” Colonel Bastien Cardot, of the French Air & Space…
[Updated] U.S. Air Force Mobilizes F-22s and F-35s as Situation in Middle East Escalates
According to reports, F-22s and F-35s are already en route to the Middle East as part of what the Secretary of Defense called an ‘enhancement of the defensive posture in…
The Last Cat: The F-14 Tomcat and its Fleet Air Defense Role
The final member of the Grumman cat family, the F-14 Tomcat, with its signature variable-geometry wings and twin-engine design, became an iconic symbol of the Cold War. Creating the Cat…
General Atomics and Saab Join Forces for MQ-9B Airborne Early Warning Capability
Pairing Saab’s AEW sensors with the long-range, high-endurance MQ-9B allows persistent surveillance at low cost even from aircraft carriers. General Atomics-Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and Sweden’s Saab have announced a…
Breaking: Footage Shows Israeli Air Force Destroying Iranian F-14 Tomcat Jets
The Israeli Air Force has just released footage showing the destruction of two F-14 Tomcats (likely non-operational) on the ground. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have released footage showing precision…
[Updated] Sudden Deployment of Dozens of U.S. Air Force Tankers Raises Questions
Around 30 KC-135 and KC-46 tankers departed the U.S. headed to Europe, but their final destination is unknown. In the night between June 15 and 16, 2025, multiple U.S. Air…
2,300-Kilometer Israeli Airstrike Destroys Iranian Aerial Refueling Tanker
The longest range raid of Israel’s attacks on Iran so far has destroyed an Iranian Air Force refueling aircraft, the Israeli Air Force has claimed. Thick smoke and flames could…
AFGSC Commander Talks B-21 Raider, B-52J, ICBMs and AI in Nuclear Command In Recent Interview
In a wide-ranging conversation, Gen. Bussiere, head of Air Force Global Strike Command, shared key updates on U.S. bomber modernization, strategic deterrence, and the future of nuclear command and control.…
U.S. Navy’s T-54A Marlin Trainer Debuts Operationally
The T-54A Marlin reached the Initial Operational Capability and will now train student naval aviators that will be assigned to aircraft like the P-8A Poseidon and E-2 Hawkeye. The U.S.…
Iran Strike Fuels Speculation of Secret Israeli Extended-Range F-35 Mods
Unverified claims have circulated stating Israel was able to take advantage of long-rumored modifications to its F-35 fleet in order to strike Iran without tanker support. Much speculation has arisen…
UK on Alert as Royal Air Force Bolsters Presence in the Middle East Amidst Israel-Iran War
The RAF is deploying further Typhoon FGR4 and Voyager aircraft to the Middle East as the war between Israel and Iran escalates. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer made the…
Dramatic Images Show Iranian Ballistic Missiles Raining on Israel as Fighting Continues
In a subsequent wave of air strikes, Israel claims it achieved air superiority in Iran and eliminated all air defenses, while Iran continues launching ballistic missiles. At the end of…
USAF Procurement of E-7 Wedgetail at Risk of Cancellation
Comments made by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth during House and Senate Appropriations Committee hearings have cast severe doubts on the future of the U.S. Air Force's E-7 Wedgetails. On…
Israel Releases Details of Unprecedented Attack on Iran
Israeli media claim this could be just the opening stage of a two-week campaign against Iran. In the early hours of June 13, 2025, about 200 Israeli aircraft struck multiple…
Everything We Know About Operation Rising Lion: Israel’s Attack on Iran
Following days of heightened tension, Israel launched a large attack against Iran in the early hours of Jun. 13, 2025, targeting leadership, nuclear research, and military sites both in Tehran…
German Air Force A400M Fleet to Be Equipped with DIRCM Protection System
About two dozen German A400Ms will receive missile countermeasure upgrades to enhance survivability during tactical operations. Airbus has secured a contract from the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information…
Italian Air Force Says Goodbye to MB-339A Jet Trainer After 45 Years
The Italian Air Force celebrated the phase out of the T-339A jet trainer and the phase in of its successor, the T-345A. The Italian Air Force said goodbye to its…
Breaking: U.S. DoD Cuts F-35 Deliveries By Up To 50% In Latest Budget Documents
Procurement request documents obtained by Bloomberg show revised figures for F-35 deliveries in 2026, with the USAF receiving only 24 jets rather than 48. Bloomberg reports that the Pentagon seeks…
Meet the AGM-181 LRSO: U.S. Air Force Reveals Next-Gen Nuclear Cruise Missile
The U.S. Air Force has released for the first time a rendering of the new AGM-181A Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) which is set to replace the current AGM-86B ALCM. The U.S.…
U.S. Air Force Might Bring Back AGM-183 ARRW in New Budget Proposal
Gen. Allvin hinted that the service might resume working on the AGM-183 ARRW hypersonic weapon, after previously stating that it would not be procured. After previously stating that it would…
Polish Mi-17 Conducts Deck Landing Qualifications on USS Mount Whitney During BALTOPS 25
The BALTOPS 25 exercise granted a rare sighting of a Soviet-designed helicopter landing on one of the U.S. Navy’s two Cold War era Blue Ridge class ships. Sailing in the…
A Look at the Dozen SR-71 Blackbird Losses
The SR-71 is perhaps the most iconic Cold War spy aircraft, famous for many record-setting flights. Seemingly impervious to loss by enemy defenses, a dozen Blackbirds were lost to accidents.…
USAF Tests 500 lb QUICKSINK Bomb in B-2 Stealth Bomber’s Maritime Strike Test
The B-2 Spirit would be able to employ up to 80 500 lb QUICKSTRIKE weapons, holding at risk multiple targets in a maritime environment. The U.S Air Force and the…
Ukrainian Air Force Claims Shootdown of Russian Su-35S Fighter
Footage shared online confirms that Russia has lost another Su-35S. According to some unverified claims, the Flanker was shot down by an F-16. Ukraine’s Air Force says it has shot…
Alleged New Image of China’s J-36 Stealth Jet Reveals Key Design Details
The new front photo clearly shows a side-by-side seating arrangement, as well as a large main weapons bay with two smaller ones on the sides. The Chinese J-36 has appeared…
U.S. Air Force Activates Experimental Operations Unit for Collaborative Combat Aircraft at Nellis AFB
The Experimental Operations Unit will help accelerate the integration of Collaborative Combat Aircraft in service. The U.S. Air Force has announced the activation of an Experimental Operations Unit (EOU) at…
U.S. Air Force Celebrates Four Decades of B-1B Lancer Bomber At Dyess AFB
40 years ago, the first BONE arrived at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. June 2025 marks a major milestone for one of the U.S. Air Force’s most iconic bombers. As…
U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center Cuts 64 Days Off CMV-22B Osprey Scheduled Maintenance
The Fleet Readiness Center Southwest reduced the required maintenance time by more than 24%, increasing readiness without sacrificing safety standards. In a “significant milestone,” the Fleet Readiness Center Southwest’s (FRCSW)…
MV-75 FLRAA Conducts Special User Evaluation at Redstone Arsenal
The evaluation gave real-world operational context for the MV-75’s design, bridging the gap between engineering and battlefield application ahead of the Critical Design Review. The U.S. Army's Future Long-Range Assault…
Take A Look At The Rare Full-Scale Replicas of Russian SAM Systems In The PISQ Range In Italy
We took a closer look at the Russian Pantsir, Buk, Tor, Tunguska, and S-300 replicas positioned in a high-tech range used for realistic training in contested environments. The Poligono Interforze…
Turkey Set to Choose Between KC-46A and A330 MRTT for Future Tanker Fleet
Turkey is evaluating a replacement for its aging KC-135R Stratotanker fleet, with the KC-46 Pegasus and the A330 MRTT being the two candidates. Turkey has narrowed the candidates for the…
USS Harry S. Truman Returns Home: Deployment Recap
After an eventful deployment to Europe and the Red Sea, the Nimitz class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) berthed at Naval Station Norfolk on Jun. 1, 2025.…
Ukrainian FPV Drone Strike Hits Russia’s Rare and Vital A-50U, New Footage Shows
During the massive June 1 attack, Ukrainian First Person View drones also hit two A-50U Mainstay Airborne Early Warning aircraft. Few days after the daring long-range attack against Russian air…
Thailand Confirms Gripen E/F Selection As Future Fighter
Saab has confirmed the Royal Thai Air Force’s choice of the Gripen E/F to replace the force’s F-16s, and the formal procurement process can now begin. The Royal Thai Air…
Navy Awards $536M Contract for First-Ever Commercial Dismantling of Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier
U.S. Navy’s Iconic Enterprise Nuclear Carrier Set for Dismantling in Alabama, Freeing Shipyard Space and Cutting Costs by $1 Billion The U.S. Navy has officially signed off on a historic…
UK Strategic Defence Review: Key Points from an Initial Reading
The 144-page SDR falls short of detailing a comprehensive future order of battle, but does offer 62 recommendations which ministers say will be accepted in full. The long awaited Strategic…
Ukraine Executes ‘Longest Range Operation’ Striking Russian Air Bases with FPV Drones
After one and a half years of preparation, Ukrainian personnel hiding deep inside Russia conducted an unprecedented attack with 117 drones which destroyed multiple bombers. The Security Service of Ukraine…
Nuclear Strike Mission Could Return to the RAF After 27-Year Gap
Press reports ahead of UK's Strategic Defence Review say plans for the RAF could include the procurement of F-35A Lightning II fighters with a mention of delivering nuclear payloads. Since…
Russian Jet Target Drone-Turned-Cruise Missile Shot Down Over Black Sea
The drone’s use is likely to provoke Ukrainian air defenses and present a dilemma between protecting targets in Odessa and preserving their surface-to-air missile stocks. The escalating war in the…
Kecskemét Welcomes First Batch of Hungarian L-39 “Skyfox” Trainers
The Hungarian Air Force received the first three L-39 Skyfox aircraft out of a total order of 12 signed in 2022, of which four will be in a reconnaissance configuration.…
B-1B Lancer WSO Logs 5,000 Hours on Strategic Bomber
Lt. Col. Alvarez, a B-1B weapons systems officer and commander of the 345th Bomb Squadron, joins a short list of aircrew who have amassed 5,000-plus flying hours in the B-1B.…
CENTCOM Releases Photo of F-15E with Counter-UAV Loadout in the Middle East
A few days after the first images emerged of Strike Eagles carrying four or six LAU-131 pods for drone-hunting missions, U.S. CENTCOM has released a photograph showing the same loadout…
Rare Sighting: Elusive RAT55 737 Radar Test Aircraft Captured in Flight Alongside B-2 Spirit
Photographer Julian Elnasser spotted the two aircraft over Death Valley earlier this year. The secretive RAT55 NT-43A is thought to be almost exclusively used to test the airborne radar signatures…
Aviation Photography 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Shooting Aircraft
With the main European and American airshow seasons rapidly approaching, take a look here for tips on how to hone the art of aviation photography. Modern camera technology has made…
First A-10 Departs Idaho as 124th Fighter Wing Begins Warthog Divestment
With the first Warthog sent to the Boneyard, Idaho ANG enters a new chapter while honoring three decades of A-10 Thunderbolt II heritage. The 124th Fighter Wing of the Idaho…
China’s KJ-3000 AEW&C Aircraft Captured in Clearest Image Yet
The KJ-3000 is based on the Y-20 strategic airlifter, and its development is consistent with the Chinese doctrine to have a varied fleet of airborne radars. Within five months of…
China’s J-XDS’ Underside and Weapons Bays Seen in Clearest Image Yet
The outlines of what could be internal weapons stores and other electronic accessories are clearly seen in the latest picture of the J-XDS. The clearest and sharpest image yet of…
Norway Takes Control of U.S. Network-Enabled GBU-53s Launched by F-15Es During Test
The groundbreaking test saw Norwegian soldiers take control of two GBU-53 glide bombs released by two F-15Es and direct them towards the target. The Norwegian Armed Forces disclosed a recent…
Six More Swedish Gripens Arrive in Poland to Support Key Logistical Hub for Ukraine
Around 120 personnel and six Gripens from the Blekinge Air Flotilla arrived in southeastern Poland, near the border with Ukraine, as part of a NATO mission. The Swedish Air Force…
Hermeus’ Uncrewed Quarterhorse Mk 1 Test Aircraft Flies for the First Time
The high-speed uncrewed test aircraft performed its first flight at Edwards AFB, just a year after the launch of the development. Hermeus, a U.S. company aiming to develop hypersonic aircraft…
Dutch F-35s Conduct Highway Operations with Finnish F/A-18s
Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighter jets are taking part in the Baana 25 exercise underway in Finland. The Royal Netherlands Air Force joined this year’s edition of…
Fantastic Phantom: the Records set by the McDonnell Douglas F-4
Looking more like a killer than a speedster, the large twin-engine jet built to sweep skies clear of enemy MiGs and deliver large payloads of bombs would also record many…
Netherlands Completes Delivery of 24 F-16s to Ukraine
Less than a year after the first deliveries, the RNLAF completed the transfer of the last of the 24 F-16s promised to Ukraine, which will reach the country after a…
USAF Showcases Airpower with Dissimilar Bomber-Fighter ‘Freedom Formation’
A seven-ship dissimilar formation with B-2A, B-1B, B-52H, F-22A, F-15C, F-16C and A-10C showcased the Air Force's capabilities at the Air and Sea Show in Miami Beach. In a ceremonial…
Italian and British Typhoons Train Together for Hot Refueling Operations
Typhoons from the RAF 29 Squadron and all Italian Air Force’s units worked together to compare, develop and achieve a Hot Refueling capability. The Italian Air Force has recently announced…
USAF’s MH-139A Grey Wolf Participates in First Nuclear Convoy Course
After the initial IOT&E testing, the MH-139A Grey Wolf took part for the first time in the exercise focused on the safe and secure transport of nuclear weapons and materials.…
