Pentagon welcomes France’s decision to transfer Mirage 2000s to Ukraine
Following a meeting with NATO Ministers of Defense, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III commented on…
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New Zealand Air Force Boeing 757 breaks down while flying PM to Japan
A New Zealand Royal Air Force Boeing 757-2K2 carrying the country’s Prime Minister to Japan broke down during…
Russian Su-24 jet violates Swedish airspace, intercepted by Gripen fighters
A Russian Su-24 aircraft breached Swedish airspace east of the southern tip of Gotland on June 14, 2024. …
First flight of US President’s new Air Force One aircraft delayed, USAF says
The first flight of the US President’s new Air Force One aircraft has been delayed, according to the…
V-22 Osprey won’t return to full flight operations until mid-2025, NAVAIR says
In response to the V-22 Osprey’s recent mishap rate, Vice Admiral Carl Chebi, Commander of the Naval Air Systems…
Finland suspects four Russian military aircraft breached its airspace
Progress has been made in Finland’s investigation into the territorial violation in the sea area off Loviisa on…
NHIndustries and NATO sign contract for NH90 helicopter Block 1 upgrade
NHIndustries (NHI) and the NATO Helicopter Management Agency (NAHEMA) have officially signed a contract to develop and qualify…
Royal Norwegian Air Force deploys F-35 fighters in reactivated mountain base
Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF) F-35 jets were deployed to Bardufoss Air Station on June 13, 2024, thereby…
South Korea’s KF-21 project faces financial strain, trust issues with Indonesia
The development of South Korea’s KF-21 fighter jet is facing financial pressure due to reduced contributions from Indonesia. …
Has Argentina offered to give Ukraine five Super Étendard fighters?
Conflicting media reports have emerged surrounding Argentina’s alleged plan to deliver five Dassault Super Étendard single-engine attack fighters to…
Russian military aircraft suspected of violating Finnish airspace
A Russian military aircraft is suspected of having violated Finnish airspace in the eastern Gulf of Finland, near…
Ukraine claims Russian Su-57 fighter damaged in drone attack
A Russian Aerospace Forces Su-57 fifth-generation fighter was damaged for the first time during a drone attack on…
Chinese fighter jets harass Dutch frigate in East China Sea
The Dutch Ministry of Defense reported on June 7, 2024, that two Chinese fighter jets harassed the Dutch…
Thales to supply Ukraine with second air defense radar system
Ukraine has agreed to procure a second Thales air defense system to safeguard Ukrainian territory from ongoing threats.…
Bombardier Defense confirms sale of new modified Challenger 650 to medevac firm
A Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft is to be modified for use during emergency evacuations after the planemaker sealed…
Germany places order of up to 44 Airbus H225 helicopters for its Federal Police
Airbus has announced that the German Ministry of Interior has placed a record order for up to 44…
Oregon Air National Guard receives first operational F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet
The first operational F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet landed at the Portland Air National Guard Base, Oregon, on…
French President Macron announces transfer of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine
Amid the D-Day commemorative ceremonies, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the transfer of Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets…