Israel’s military response to Iran’s attack: what we know so far
Early on April 19, 2024, Israel responded to the drone and missile attack launched against its territory by…
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UK MoD orders Airbus H145 helicopters to bolster training in jungle warfare
In the United Kingdom (UK), the Ministry of Defense (MoD) has ordered six new Airbus H145 helicopters, to…
Tupolev Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashes in southern Russia
A Tupolev Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed early on April 19, 2024, in southern Russia’s Stavropol region after completing…
B-52 bombers showcase capability to operate from civilian airport in Louisiana
Two B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers from the 20th Bomb Squadron recently landed at a civilian airfield as part…
US Air Force and DARPA test first dogfight with AI-piloted X-62A VISTA aircraft
The US Air Force Test Pilot School (USAFTPS) and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) have collaborated…
Explosions and fire reported at Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea
Russian-affiliated Telegram channels have reported explosions followed by a large-scale fire in the town of Dzhankoy in occupied…
Argentina officially acquires 24 F-16 fighter jets from Denmark
Argentina has acquired 24 F-16 fighter jets from Denmark, as confirmed by the Argentine government. “Today we are…
Lockheed Martin wins $17B contract for Next-Generation Interceptor development
Lockheed Martin has secured a $17 billion contract to lead the Next-Generation Interceptor (NGI) development. The announcement came…
Did France approve the transfer of Emirati Mirage 2000-9 fighters to Morocco?
According to recent media reports, France has agreed to transfer 30 Emirati Mirage 2000-9 aircraft to Morocco. The…
French Rafale fighters scramble to neutralize Iranian drones over Jordan
French Rafale fighters scrambled to neutralize Iranian drones flying over Jordan towards Israel. On the night of April…
Norway to reportedly transfer 22 F-16 fighters to Ukraine
The United States has granted Norway permission to transfer 22 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. The transfer includes…
Iran launches more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel, majority intercepted
Tensions in the Middle East escalated overnight after Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel. …
F-22 Raptor experiences landing gear issue at Kadena Air Base in Japan
An F-22 Raptor belonging to the US Air Force experienced a problem with its nose gear on April…
Russian air strikes destroy Trypilska Thermal Power Plant near Kyiv
Russian air strikes have targeted and destroyed the Trypilska Thermal Power Plant, located near Kyiv, Ukraine. This…
Two Philippine Navy pilots killed in training helicopter crash south of Manila
Two Philippine Navy pilots were killed after a training helicopter crashed during a training flight on April 11,…
Embraer and Brazilian Air Force study potential platforms for ISR missions
Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force have announced a collaborative effort to identify potential platform adaptations for Intelligence,…
Brazilian Air Force intercepts and brings down suspicious aircraft
The Brazilian Air Force (FAB) intercepted a Cessna 182 aircraft, registration PT-CPR, that entered Brazilian airspace from Paraguay…
New Zealand to deploy P-8A aircraft in Japan to monitor N. Korean marine ops
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) will deploy a Boeing Poseidon P-8A aircraft in Japan to support…