L-39NG Production in Slovakia Soon: Aero Vodochody
Aero Vodochody has announced that it is preparing to launch the production of L-39NG jet trainer in Slovakia. "Our L-39NG is an effective platform for training F-16 pilots, as well as for performing a variety of tactical missions, effectively and very efficiently
U.S. F-35A Jets Join NATO’s Enhanced Air Policing Mission
Eight F-35A Lightning II fifth-generation fighters from the Vermont Air National Guards 158th Fighter Wing recently arrived at Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany to continue NATOs enhanced air policing mission along the eastern flank. Spangdahlem Air Base is a NATO air base with the U
France Orders TALIOS Targeting Pod for Rafale F4 Fighters
Thales said today it received a firm order from the French defence procurement agency (DGA) for an additional 21 TALIOS optronic pods to equip Rafale aircraft currently in service with the French Air and Space Force and the French Navy. The TALIOS pod will enable Rafale F4 standard aircraft to perform...
Slovakia to Ground MiG-29 Jets in Preparation for Transferring Them to Ukraine
Slovakia looks to be preparing to transfer its MiG-29 jets to Ukraine as it has announced the grounding of its Soviet-era aircraft ahead of Poland looking after the protection of its airspace. If the MiG-29 transfer does take place, Kyiv will get a much-needed shot in the arm...
Has Russia Developed a New Su-30MKK Aircraft for China?
Russias Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aviation Plant (KnAAPO) has reportedly developed a new version of the made-for-China Su-30MKK aircraft. According to a press release today by the holding company of Russian aviation enerprises, Rostec, “the enterprise (KnAAPO) has mastered the production of a new Su-30MKK aircraft, and a long-term program is being implemented...
Philippines Shortlists Aero Vodochody’s L-39NG Trainer
The Philippines has shortlisted L-39NG trainer aircraft produced by Czech company Aero Vodochody. "The Philippine Air Force is currently looking for a replacement for the outdated S-211s, which are primarily used to train fighter pilots
Ukrainian MiG-29 Shot Down in 'Air Battle,' Says Russia
A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet was destroyed in an air battle near Slavyansk, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov said at a regular press briefing on Monday. Konashenkov however did not reveal whether the MiG-29 was shot down by Russian aircraft or air defense systems Slavyansk is a city in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast
Nigeria to Acquire Diamond and Beechcraft Surveillance Aircraft, A109 Attack Helicopters
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will acquire surveillance aircraft from Diamond Aircraft (DA-42) and Beechcraft (KA-360i) besides A109 Trekker Attack Helicopters as part of its immediate procurement plans, its Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao has said. The CAS revealed that the government was on the verge of procuring additional combat platforms for the NAF
Helmet-mounted Cueing System, Other Modifications for Bahraini F-16 Jets
The Pentagon announced a $7.7 million contract to Lockheed Martin for Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems for F-16 fighters operated by Bahrain
First Boeing-Saab T-7A Red Hawk Trainer Jet Rolls Out
The first American-Swedish T-7A Red Hawk training aircraft rolled off the production line at the Boeing Defense, Space & Security building at Lambert International Airport. The T-7A is being jointly built by Boeing and Saab
US Air Force Testing All-New Oxygen Generator For T-7A Red Hawk Trainer...
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BAE Systems Begins Construction of New M777 Howitzer Production Facility
Latvia to Receive Additional Patria 6x6 Armored Command and Control Vehicles
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South Korean K2 Tanks Deployed Near Poland's Border with Russia
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...