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Satellite Spots Russian Su-35 Jets in Algerian Colours

April 9, 2025 @ 04:16 PM

A Russian-built Su-35 fighter jet, originally painted in Egyptian camouflage, has been spotted at an Algerian airbase with new Algerian Air Force markings, raising fresh questions about a quiet arms transfer caught by satellite. An Algerian source told Defense Mirror that the deal to buy Su-35 aircraft was finalized two years...

India Clears $7.4B deal for 26 Rafale-Marine Jets

April 9, 2025 @ 08:46 AM

Indias Cabinet Committee on Security has approved a nearly INR 64,000 crore ($7.4 billion) government-to-government deal with France for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets to be deployed on aircraft carrier INS Vikrant

Russian Helicopters Opens New Process Factory in Tatarstan

April 4, 2025 @ 04:34 AM

Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of the Rostec State Corporation, has launched a new Process Factory at the Kazan Helicopter Plant in Tatarstan, designed to train specialists in lean manufacturing techniques. The facility will provide a mix of theoretical and practical training, focusing on reducing production costs, optimizing workflows, and improving workplace...

Autonomous F-16 Inches Closer to First Flight

April 4, 2025 @ 04:23 AM

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Bulgaria Receives First F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jet

April 3, 2025 @ 10:13 AM

Bulgarias first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet has arrived at the 3rd Air Base in Graf Ignatievo, the countrys Ministry of Defence announced on April 2

Dutch F-35s on NATO Patrol Duty, Intercepted 23 Russian Aircraft

April 3, 2025 @ 09:12 AM

Dutch F-35 fighter jets intercepted 23 Russian aircraft over NATOs eastern flank during a four-month airspace surveillance mission, which has now concluded with Portugal assuming the role. Operating from Ämari Air Base in Estonia, the Dutch air force detachment consisted of four aircraft and around 150 personnel

Second Indian Air Force Jaguar Crash in Less Than a Month Kills...

April 3, 2025 @ 07:58 AM

An Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter aircraft crashed near Jamnagar, Gujarat state, during a night training mission, killing one pilot and severely injuring another. The aircraft, a twin-seater variant, went down in an open field in Suvarda village, about 12 km from Jamnagar, and caught fire

Colombia Confirms Gripen Jet Purchase

April 3, 2025 @ 04:33 AM

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has confirmed the country's acquisition of Saab 39 Gripen fighter jets, replacing its aging fleet of Israeli-origin Kfir aircraft. The deal follows a letter of intent with Sweden and the classification of strategic air defense as a national priority

French DGA, Airbus Unveils All-new NH90 Caiman Standard 2 Helicopter

April 2, 2025 @ 01:39 PM

The French General Directorate of Armaments (DGA) and Airbus Helicopters have presented the prototype of the NH90 Caiman Standard 2 helicopter for the first time at the SOFINS 2025 exhibition in Martignas-sur-Jalle, France. This

Norway Completes F-35 Procurement with Final Deliveries from Lockheed Martin

April 2, 2025 @ 05:52 AM

Lockheed Martin has delivered the final two F-35A fighter jets to the Royal Norwegian Air Force, making Norway the first F-35 partner nation to

U.S. Approves $5.58B F-16 Jets Sale with Missiles & Bombs to Philippines

April 2, 2025 @ 05:29 AM

The State Department has approved a possible $5.58 billion Foreign Military Sale of F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notifying Congress of the decision

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