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Apaches Taking a Nosedive: Another Crash Raises Safety Concerns for the US Army

Apaches Taking a Nosedive: Another Crash Raises Safety Concerns for the US Army

March 30, 2024

Recent Apache helicopter crash in Washington raises concerns about safety after a string of accidents in just two months.

Warbird Friday: Flak-Bait, the Most Battle-Scarred B-26, Set for Public Display

Warbird Friday: Flak-Bait, the Most Battle-Scarred B-26, Set for Public Display

March 29, 2024

Restored World War II B-26 Marauder “Flak-Bait,” the most battle-scarred US plane, unveils the crew’s bravery and wartime ingenuity.

Cannon Air Force Base Salutes “Excalibur II”: A Legendary Gunship Hangs Up its Wings

Cannon Air Force Base Salutes “Excalibur II”: A Legendary Gunship Hangs Up its Wings

March 25, 2024

Cannon Air Force Base retires the legendary AC-130W gunship “Excalibur II” after a decorated career of innovation and combat.

US Air Force Seeks Powerful Engines for Next-Generation Tanker Aircraft

US Air Force Seeks Powerful Engines for Next-Generation Tanker Aircraft

March 24, 2024

The US Air Force seeks powerful engines for Next-Generation Air Refueling System (NGAS) replacing aging KC-46s and KC-135s.

US Air Force Equips EA-37B with State-of-the-Art Electronic Warfare Gear

US Air Force Equips EA-37B with State-of-the-Art Electronic Warfare Gear

March 23, 2024

The US Air Force’s new EA-37B, with BAE’s latest EW tech, ushers in a new era of dominance in the electromagnetic spectrum.

Surprise! Boeing Cranks Up the Production Line for More F/A-18 Super Hornets

Surprise! Boeing Cranks Up the Production Line for More F/A-18 Super Hornets

March 22, 2024

Boeing to build 17 more F/A-18 Super Hornets for US Navy in surprise reversal, deliveries are expected by April 2027.

Honeywell’s F-35 Upgrade Soars: Boosting Cooling Capacity for Future Battles

Honeywell’s F-35 Upgrade Soars: Boosting Cooling Capacity for Future Battles

March 21, 2024

Honeywell’s successful upgrade of the F-35’s cooling system to 80 kilowatts promises enhanced operational capabilities and futureproofing.

Milestone Achieved: Taiwan Wraps Up Massive F-16V Retrofit Program

Milestone Achieved: Taiwan Wraps Up Massive F-16V Retrofit Program

March 19, 2024

Taiwan completes a $4.5B F-16 upgrade, bolstering national defense amid tensions, and deepening ties with the US in regional security efforts.

India’s Defense Revolution: Indigenous Tech Takes Flight with Signals Intelligence Aircraft

India’s Defense Revolution: Indigenous Tech Takes Flight with Signals Intelligence Aircraft

March 18, 2024

India makes strides towards defense self-reliance with the imminent development of three home grown signals intelligence and jamming system aircraft.

EDGE Group, Turkish Aerospace Ink Deal to Elevate Global Airborne Defense

EDGE Group, Turkish Aerospace Ink Deal to Elevate Global Airborne Defense

March 18, 2024

UAE’s EDGE and Turkish Aerospace unite, marking a new defense tech era with advanced airborne capabilities and strategic global cooperation.

US Army Axes Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft Program in Strategic Pivot

US Army Axes Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft Program in Strategic Pivot

March 17, 2024

US Army cancels FARA program, signaling a shift in modernization focus towards emerging tech to meet future warfare challenges.

T-7A Red Hawk: A Digital Eagle for Training the Next Generation of Military Pilots

T-7A Red Hawk: A Digital Eagle for Training the Next Generation of Military Pilots

March 4, 2024

Explore the T-7A Red Hawk: a cutting-edge aircraft transforming pilot training while honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.

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