Plane embarrassment: when militaries use the wrong jet for publicity
Aircraft recognition is a skill most people will never need in their lives. However, in some cases, this…
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Upgraded B-52 strategic bombers receive new designation
B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers undergoing the Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP) are to receive a new designation. “Any…
Finland to acquire David’s Sling air defense system from Israel
The Finnish Defence Forces are set to procure the “David’s Sling” system as their next long-range air defense…
Ukrainian pilot captured after plane crashes in Russia, claims FSB
A Ukrainian pilot who was flying a light aircraft has been captured after he crashed in Russia, the…
FAA issues AD to address potential KC-46 critical function loss
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing an airworthiness directive (AD) to address a potentially unsafe…
Finland in NATO: what are the consequences for air defense in the Baltic?
For decades, Finland has maintained a policy of non-alignment, declining to join any military alliance. However, with increasing…
Embraer C-390 reaches Full Operational Capability with Brazilian Air Force
The Embraer C-390 Millennium transport aircraft has achieved Full Operational Capability (FOC) with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). The…
France to start building new nuclear aircraft carrier by 2026
France will begin the construction of its next-generation nuclear aircraft carrier by 2026, with sea trials to start…
Israeli forces shoot down aircraft that crossed border from Syria
Israeli military forces have confirmed that it shot down an “aircraft” that appeared to enter its airspace from…
“The side that adapts fastest prevails” Sir Richard Knighton, the UK’s next Air Chief
In an exclusive interview, AeroTime Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, Richard Stephenson, met Air Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, who has…
Lockheed Martin, Raytheon to develop hypersonic anti-ship missile for US Navy fighters
Lockheed Martin and Raytheon have been awarded a $116 million contract by the US Naval Air Systems Command…
All nine soldiers killed after two US Black Hawk helicopters crash in Kentucky
All nine soldiers aboard two United States (US) Blackhawk helicopters were killed after both aircraft crashed, officials confirmed. US…
Loyal wingmen: the cyberpunk future of aerial warfare
A swarm of small, fast, cockpit-less fighter jets are flying in a tight circle around an F-35 Lightning…
Aircraft scrambled after Russian ships spotted off Irish west coast
Two Russian government ships caused alarm among Ireland’s Defence Forces after acting suspiciously in waters off the Irish…
Airbus’ Survey Copter unveils CAPA-X modular tactical drone concept
Survey Copter, a subsidiary of Airbus, unveiled CAPA-X, a multi-mission modular tactical drone, at the SOFINS special forces…
NATO orders additional Airbus A330 for Multinational MRTT Fleet
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has ordered an additional Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT). The tanker…
Airbus achieves autonomous control of drone from tanker aircraft
Airbus completed the first test flight of its Auto’Mate technology demonstrator, showcasing in-flight autonomous guidance and control of…
France’s DGA qualifies F4.1 standard of Rafale fighter jet
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) qualified the F4.1 standard for the Rafale fighter.On March 13, 2023,…