I am very proudly a member of the “Top Gun” generation. In fact, a great many of the fighter pilots I know and call friends are. In some way, shape, or form “Iceman,” “Maverick,” “Viper,” and the rest of the gang were inspirational in us pursuing our dreams of becoming pilots. Call it cheesy, predictable, […]
A new video has emerged showing the so-called New Syrian Army in action, kitted out with American weapons and equipment. The train and equip program is a funded and run under the auspices of the CIA but the actual military training which the New Syrian Army receives is conducted by US Special Operations personnel. The New […]
Happy Friday, FighterSweep fans! It has reached that time again. Time for another installment of Burner Friday goodies. This celebration of ever-glorious reheat is brought to you by the “Grim Reapers” of the 493rd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, based at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. This image comes on the heels of a […]
The roles of underground operations, guerrilla, sabotage and classic special operations units are groups who act in frustration to opposing forces. In this case the bullet meets the bone in Syria as Kurdish Forces are successfully deploying unconventional warfare tactics against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Kurdish forces have developed and deployed […]
Last Sunday, six Block 40 F-16CM’s from Aviano Air Base‘s 31st Fighter Wing deployed to Incirlik Air Base, Turkey in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. After a brief Local Area Orientation, the Vipers pushed south and struck ISIS targets. This marks a rapid change of direction in Turkey’s policy of not allowing US assets to […]
SOFREP’s Jack Murphy describes crossing the border from Kurdistan to Syria in the middle of the night on a small inflatable boat.
The investigation into what brought down a brand new Airbus A400M last week is in full swing and families are still mourning the loss of loved ones; but, in the world of military aviation, tough conversations are always on the table. Death is a constant companion in this business, and while everyone does their best […]
Our love affair with the mighty Grumman Iron Works F-14 Tomcat unapologetically continues, fueled by gems such as this one. This clip features a pair of A-model Turkeys from VF-202 Superheats bringing some super heat and noise to Fort Chaffee, Arkansas in 1993. Complete with flares, some Vulcan cannon action, and of course incredibly low passes by […]
We have all heard the stories about how perilous trapping aboard an aircraft carrier can be for those who wear the “Wings of Gold,” be they Navy or Marine Corps. While the objective is the “perfect” three-wire trap, the number of things that can go wrong is eye-watering. We all love the Tomcat. One simply […]
December 21, 1970 probably played out like it usually does for most: four days before Christmas for the folks at home usually means last minute shopping for presents, growing resentment of eggnog, and awesome knit sweaters. For the men and women in the United States Navy and aviation enthusiasts the world over, that particular Monday […]
Kurdish protests have been taking place recently in Turkey regarding the country’s inadequate response against ISIS, and the lack of support for Kurdish fighters in the town of Kobane, Syria. The protests were peaceful in contrast with the riots of October, which resulted in the death of more than 30 civilians—most killed by protesters fighting with […]
On August 7, President Obama announced from the White House that, in light of the plight of the Yezidi refugees on Sinjar Mountain, and the advance of ISIS onto the Ninewa Plain toward Erbil, he has authorized American airstrikes specifically in support of humanitarian relief operations for the Yezidi refugees, and to protect American personnel […]
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