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Boeing Awarded $2.8 Billion Contract to Upgrade South Korea’s F-15K
South Korea is moving to upgrade the ROKAF’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II, significantly enhancing its long-range strike capabilities.
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South Korea is moving to upgrade the ROKAF’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II, significantly enhancing its long-range strike capabilities.
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Boeing Awarded $2.8 Billion Contract to Upgrade South Korea’s F-15K
South Korea is moving to upgrade the ROKAF’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II, significantly enhancing its
theaviationist.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Boeing Awarded $2.8 Billion Contract to Upgrade South Korea’s F-15K
South Korea is moving to upgrade the ROKAF’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II, significantly enhancing its long-range strike capabilities.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/02/02/b...
South Korea is moving to upgrade the ROKAF’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II, significantly enhancing its long-range strike capabilities.
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A Rare Look at the Secretive RQ-170 Operations at Creech Air Force Base
A newly released video shows RQ-170 Sentinels at Creech Air Force Base, offering also a rare size comparison with an MQ-9 Reaper and nearby pickup trucks.
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A newly released video shows RQ-170 Sentinels at Creech Air Force Base, offering also a rare size comparison with an MQ-9 Reaper and nearby pickup trucks.
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A Rare Look at the Secretive RQ-170 Operations at Creech Air Force Base
A newly released video shows RQ-170 Sentinels at Creech Air Force Base, offering also a rare size comparison with an MQ-9 Reaper and nearby pickup trucks.
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February 1, 2026 at 8:13 PM
A Rare Look at the Secretive RQ-170 Operations at Creech Air Force Base
A newly released video shows RQ-170 Sentinels at Creech Air Force Base, offering also a rare size comparison with an MQ-9 Reaper and nearby pickup trucks.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/02/01/r...
A newly released video shows RQ-170 Sentinels at Creech Air Force Base, offering also a rare size comparison with an MQ-9 Reaper and nearby pickup trucks.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/02/01/r...
Spanish Hornets Intercept Russian Navy Su-30SM With a Rare Weapon Loadout Over the Baltic
During a recent mission, Spanish Air Force F-18M Hornets intercepted an Su-30SM2 carrying an unusual loadout for operations over the Baltic region.
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During a recent mission, Spanish Air Force F-18M Hornets intercepted an Su-30SM2 carrying an unusual loadout for operations over the Baltic region.
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Spanish Hornets Intercept Russian Navy Su-30SM With a Rare Weapon Loadout Over the Baltic
During a recent mission, Spanish Air Force F-18M Hornets intercepted a Russian Naval Aviation Su-30SM2 carrying an unusual loadout for operations over the
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February 1, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Spanish Hornets Intercept Russian Navy Su-30SM With a Rare Weapon Loadout Over the Baltic
During a recent mission, Spanish Air Force F-18M Hornets intercepted an Su-30SM2 carrying an unusual loadout for operations over the Baltic region.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/02/01/r...
During a recent mission, Spanish Air Force F-18M Hornets intercepted an Su-30SM2 carrying an unusual loadout for operations over the Baltic region.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/02/01/r...
Mockup of China’s GJ-21 Naval UCAV Spotted on Type 076 LHD Sichuan
The Type 076 is moving rapidly towards becoming the first ship with an EMALS catapult to operate combat drones, with the GJ-21 possibly being prepared for testing.
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The Type 076 is moving rapidly towards becoming the first ship with an EMALS catapult to operate combat drones, with the GJ-21 possibly being prepared for testing.
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Mockup of China’s GJ-21 Naval UCAV Spotted on Type 076 LHD Sichuan
The Type 076 is moving rapidly towards becoming the first ship with an EMALS catapult to operate combat drones, with the GJ-21 possibly being prepared for
theaviationist.com
January 31, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Mockup of China’s GJ-21 Naval UCAV Spotted on Type 076 LHD Sichuan
The Type 076 is moving rapidly towards becoming the first ship with an EMALS catapult to operate combat drones, with the GJ-21 possibly being prepared for testing.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/g...
The Type 076 is moving rapidly towards becoming the first ship with an EMALS catapult to operate combat drones, with the GJ-21 possibly being prepared for testing.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/g...
U.S. Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker Begins Taxi Trials
The first production representative MQ-25 taxied under its own power at Boeing’s facilities, following a series of rigorous ground trials over several months.
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The first production representative MQ-25 taxied under its own power at Boeing’s facilities, following a series of rigorous ground trials over several months.
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U.S. Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker Begins Taxi Trials
The first production representative MQ-25 taxied under its own power at Boeing’s facilities, following a series of rigorous ground trials over several
theaviationist.com
January 31, 2026 at 10:15 PM
U.S. Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker Begins Taxi Trials
The first production representative MQ-25 taxied under its own power at Boeing’s facilities, following a series of rigorous ground trials over several months.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/u...
The first production representative MQ-25 taxied under its own power at Boeing’s facilities, following a series of rigorous ground trials over several months.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/u...
RN Wildcat Demonstrates Live Use of Drones for Real Time Targeting
A Wildcat helicopter conducted simulated Martlet missile strikes on moving targets at the National Drone Hub, Predannack, using live data provided by Puma and Providence UAVs.
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A Wildcat helicopter conducted simulated Martlet missile strikes on moving targets at the National Drone Hub, Predannack, using live data provided by Puma and Providence UAVs.
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RN Wildcat Demonstrates Live Use of Drones for Real Time Targeting
A Wildcat helicopter conducted simulated Martlet missile strikes on moving targets at the National Drone Hub, Predannack, using live data provided by Puma
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January 31, 2026 at 9:52 PM
RN Wildcat Demonstrates Live Use of Drones for Real Time Targeting
A Wildcat helicopter conducted simulated Martlet missile strikes on moving targets at the National Drone Hub, Predannack, using live data provided by Puma and Providence UAVs.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/r...
A Wildcat helicopter conducted simulated Martlet missile strikes on moving targets at the National Drone Hub, Predannack, using live data provided by Puma and Providence UAVs.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/31/r...
Next U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Sets Sail for Sea Trials
The next Ford class supercarrier, to be known as the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), set sail under its own power from Newport News for the first time on Jan. 28, 2026 to begin manufacturer sea trials.
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The next Ford class supercarrier, to be known as the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), set sail under its own power from Newport News for the first time on Jan. 28, 2026 to begin manufacturer sea trials.
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Next U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Sets Sail for Sea Trials
The next Gerald R. Ford class supercarrier, to be known as the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), set sail under its own power from Newport News for the first
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January 31, 2026 at 10:38 AM
Next U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Sets Sail for Sea Trials
The next Ford class supercarrier, to be known as the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), set sail under its own power from Newport News for the first time on Jan. 28, 2026 to begin manufacturer sea trials.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/u...
The next Ford class supercarrier, to be known as the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), set sail under its own power from Newport News for the first time on Jan. 28, 2026 to begin manufacturer sea trials.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/u...
F-35As Deployed to Puerto Rico Now Moving Across the Atlantic
USAF F-35As deployed to Puerto Rico for the attack on Venezuela might now be part of what Trump called a ‘massive armada’ moving towards Iran.
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USAF F-35As deployed to Puerto Rico for the attack on Venezuela might now be part of what Trump called a ‘massive armada’ moving towards Iran.
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F-35As Deployed to Puerto Rico Now Moving Across the Atlantic
USAF F-35As deployed to Puerto Rico for the attack on Venezuela might now be part of what Trump called a ‘massive armada’ moving towards Iran. In recent
theaviationist.com
January 31, 2026 at 10:07 AM
F-35As Deployed to Puerto Rico Now Moving Across the Atlantic
USAF F-35As deployed to Puerto Rico for the attack on Venezuela might now be part of what Trump called a ‘massive armada’ moving towards Iran.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/f...
USAF F-35As deployed to Puerto Rico for the attack on Venezuela might now be part of what Trump called a ‘massive armada’ moving towards Iran.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/f...
NRO Officially Declassifies JUMPSEAT First Gen Signals Intelligence Satellites
Launched between 1971 and 1987 primarily to collect intelligence data on foreign weapon testing, the last satellites in the JUMPSEAT family were withdrawn from service in 2006.
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Launched between 1971 and 1987 primarily to collect intelligence data on foreign weapon testing, the last satellites in the JUMPSEAT family were withdrawn from service in 2006.
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NRO Officially Declassifies JUMPSEAT First Gen Signals Intelligence Satellites
Launched between 1971 and 1987 primarily to collect intelligence data on foreign weapon testing, the last satellites in the JUMPSEAT family were withdrawn
theaviationist.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:10 PM
NRO Officially Declassifies JUMPSEAT First Gen Signals Intelligence Satellites
Launched between 1971 and 1987 primarily to collect intelligence data on foreign weapon testing, the last satellites in the JUMPSEAT family were withdrawn from service in 2006.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/n...
Launched between 1971 and 1987 primarily to collect intelligence data on foreign weapon testing, the last satellites in the JUMPSEAT family were withdrawn from service in 2006.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/n...
Iran Might Have Received Mi-28 Havoc Attack Helicopters
Recently emerged images show a Mi-28NE helicopter in a hangar geolocated in Iran, following reports of multiple Russian Il-76MD cargo aircraft flying into the country.
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Recently emerged images show a Mi-28NE helicopter in a hangar geolocated in Iran, following reports of multiple Russian Il-76MD cargo aircraft flying into the country.
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Iran Might Have Received Mi-28 Havoc Attack Helicopters
Recently emerged images show a Mi-28NE helicopter in a hangar geolocated in Iran, following reports of multiple Russian Il-76MD cargo aircraft flying into
theaviationist.com
January 30, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Iran Might Have Received Mi-28 Havoc Attack Helicopters
Recently emerged images show a Mi-28NE helicopter in a hangar geolocated in Iran, following reports of multiple Russian Il-76MD cargo aircraft flying into the country.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/i...
Recently emerged images show a Mi-28NE helicopter in a hangar geolocated in Iran, following reports of multiple Russian Il-76MD cargo aircraft flying into the country.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/30/i...
Eurofighter Typhoon Fleet Reaches One Million Flight Hours
The Eurofighter Typhoon global fleet, counting 610 aircraft in service across nine nations, has reached the one million flight hours milestone.
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The Eurofighter Typhoon global fleet, counting 610 aircraft in service across nine nations, has reached the one million flight hours milestone.
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Eurofighter Typhoon Fleet Reaches One Million Flight Hours
The Eurofighter Typhoon global fleet, counting 610 aircraft in service across nine nations, has reached the one million flight hours milestone. The
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January 30, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Eurofighter Typhoon Fleet Reaches One Million Flight Hours
The Eurofighter Typhoon global fleet, counting 610 aircraft in service across nine nations, has reached the one million flight hours milestone.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/e...
The Eurofighter Typhoon global fleet, counting 610 aircraft in service across nine nations, has reached the one million flight hours milestone.
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U.S. Navy CNO Warns F/A-XX Must Launch Now to Face Future Air Defense Threats
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle warns F/A-XX must launch now as Iran and other adversaries field advanced air defenses, ending the era of flying with impunity.
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Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle warns F/A-XX must launch now as Iran and other adversaries field advanced air defenses, ending the era of flying with impunity.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/u...
U.S. Navy CNO Warns F/A-XX Must Launch Now to Face Future Air Defense Threats
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle warns F/A-XX must launch now as Iran and other adversaries field advanced air defenses, ending the era of
theaviationist.com
January 30, 2026 at 2:50 PM
U.S. Navy CNO Warns F/A-XX Must Launch Now to Face Future Air Defense Threats
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle warns F/A-XX must launch now as Iran and other adversaries field advanced air defenses, ending the era of flying with impunity.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/u...
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle warns F/A-XX must launch now as Iran and other adversaries field advanced air defenses, ending the era of flying with impunity.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/u...
Germany Advances Reusable Hypersonic Vehicle Program with Polaris
Polaris will build a two-stage, horizontal take-off and fully reusable hypersonic research vehicle, featuring a linear aerospike rocket engine.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/g...
Polaris will build a two-stage, horizontal take-off and fully reusable hypersonic research vehicle, featuring a linear aerospike rocket engine.
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Germany Advances Reusable Hypersonic Vehicle Program with Polaris
Polaris will build a two-stage, horizontal take-off and fully reusable hypersonic research vehicle, featuring a linear aerospike rocket engine.
theaviationist.com
January 30, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Germany Advances Reusable Hypersonic Vehicle Program with Polaris
Polaris will build a two-stage, horizontal take-off and fully reusable hypersonic research vehicle, featuring a linear aerospike rocket engine.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/g...
Polaris will build a two-stage, horizontal take-off and fully reusable hypersonic research vehicle, featuring a linear aerospike rocket engine.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/g...
Iconic Airbus Beluga Super Transporter Retires to Become STEM Hub at Broughton
The fifth of five Airbus A300-600ST ‘Beluga’ transports has flown into retirement at Airbus’ Broughton facility in North Wales, where it will be used to promote STEM.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/i...
The fifth of five Airbus A300-600ST ‘Beluga’ transports has flown into retirement at Airbus’ Broughton facility in North Wales, where it will be used to promote STEM.
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Iconic Airbus Beluga Super Transporter Retires to Become STEM Hub at Broughton
The fifth of five Airbus A300-600ST 'Beluga' transports has flown into retirement at Airbus' Broughton facility in North Wales, where it will be used to
theaviationist.com
January 29, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Iconic Airbus Beluga Super Transporter Retires to Become STEM Hub at Broughton
The fifth of five Airbus A300-600ST ‘Beluga’ transports has flown into retirement at Airbus’ Broughton facility in North Wales, where it will be used to promote STEM.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/i...
The fifth of five Airbus A300-600ST ‘Beluga’ transports has flown into retirement at Airbus’ Broughton facility in North Wales, where it will be used to promote STEM.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/29/i...
U.S. Navy and Northrop Grumman Conduct New AARGM-ER Live-Fire Test
The new live-fire event demonstrated the ability of the AGM-88G AARGM-ER to navigate a challenging flight profile in a GPS-denied environment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/n...
The new live-fire event demonstrated the ability of the AGM-88G AARGM-ER to navigate a challenging flight profile in a GPS-denied environment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/n...
U.S. Navy and Northrop Grumman Conduct New AARGM-ER Live-Fire Test
The new live-fire event demonstrated the ability of the AGM-88G AARGM-ER to navigate a challenging flight profile in a GPS-denied environment. The U.S.
theaviationist.com
January 28, 2026 at 9:57 PM
U.S. Navy and Northrop Grumman Conduct New AARGM-ER Live-Fire Test
The new live-fire event demonstrated the ability of the AGM-88G AARGM-ER to navigate a challenging flight profile in a GPS-denied environment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/n...
The new live-fire event demonstrated the ability of the AGM-88G AARGM-ER to navigate a challenging flight profile in a GPS-denied environment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/n...
U.S. Navy Selects New Helmet for Fixed Wing Crews
The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6 and UJTS.
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The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6 and UJTS.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/27/u...
U.S. Navy Selects New Helmet for Fixed Wing Crews
The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G,
theaviationist.com
January 28, 2026 at 9:53 PM
U.S. Navy Selects New Helmet for Fixed Wing Crews
The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6 and UJTS.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/27/u...
The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6 and UJTS.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/27/u...
F-35 Fighters Conduct Training Operations From Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport
Four Dutch F-35 Lightning II fighters and a NATO tanker operated from the Netherlands’ main international airport, one of Europe’s busiest, during the NATO-led exercise Avatar.
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Four Dutch F-35 Lightning II fighters and a NATO tanker operated from the Netherlands’ main international airport, one of Europe’s busiest, during the NATO-led exercise Avatar.
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F-35 Fighters Conduct Training Operations From Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport
Four Dutch F-35 Lightning II fighters and a tanker operated from the Netherlands’ main international airport, one of Europe’s busiest, during the NATO-led
theaviationist.com
January 28, 2026 at 9:47 PM
F-35 Fighters Conduct Training Operations From Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport
Four Dutch F-35 Lightning II fighters and a NATO tanker operated from the Netherlands’ main international airport, one of Europe’s busiest, during the NATO-led exercise Avatar.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/f...
Four Dutch F-35 Lightning II fighters and a NATO tanker operated from the Netherlands’ main international airport, one of Europe’s busiest, during the NATO-led exercise Avatar.
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Boeing Records $565 Million Loss on KC-46 Tanker Program
Boeing reported a new $565M loss on the KC-46 program, while looking to a reprice because of supply chain costs, production support, and ongoing RVS 2.0 upgrades.
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Boeing reported a new $565M loss on the KC-46 program, while looking to a reprice because of supply chain costs, production support, and ongoing RVS 2.0 upgrades.
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Boeing Records $565 Million Loss on KC-46 Tanker Program
Boeing reported a new $565M loss on the KC-46 program, while looking to a reprice because of supply chain costs, production support, and ongoing RVS 2.0
theaviationist.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Boeing Records $565 Million Loss on KC-46 Tanker Program
Boeing reported a new $565M loss on the KC-46 program, while looking to a reprice because of supply chain costs, production support, and ongoing RVS 2.0 upgrades.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/28/k...
Boeing reported a new $565M loss on the KC-46 program, while looking to a reprice because of supply chain costs, production support, and ongoing RVS 2.0 upgrades.
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NASA WB-57F Canberra Lands Gear Up at Houston’s Ellington Field
NASA has confirmed that crew members are safe after one of its three WB-57 Canberra high-altitude research aircraft made an emergency gear-up landing in Texas.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/27/n...
NASA has confirmed that crew members are safe after one of its three WB-57 Canberra high-altitude research aircraft made an emergency gear-up landing in Texas.
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NASA WB-57F Canberra Lands Gear Up at Houston's Ellington Field
NASA has confirmed that crew members are safe after one of its three WB-57 Canberra high-altitude research aircraft made an emergency gear-up landing in
theaviationist.com
January 27, 2026 at 8:39 PM
NASA WB-57F Canberra Lands Gear Up at Houston’s Ellington Field
NASA has confirmed that crew members are safe after one of its three WB-57 Canberra high-altitude research aircraft made an emergency gear-up landing in Texas.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/27/n...
NASA has confirmed that crew members are safe after one of its three WB-57 Canberra high-altitude research aircraft made an emergency gear-up landing in Texas.
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Seven Firms Invited for UK’s AH-64 Apache Loyal Wingman Initiative
The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman.
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The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman.
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Seven Firms Invited for UK’s AH-64 Apache Loyal Wingman Initiative
The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman. The U.K.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Seven Firms Invited for UK’s AH-64 Apache Loyal Wingman Initiative
The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman.
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The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman.
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U.S. Air Force Announces “Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0” Introduction
The USAF is introducing an improved version of its deployment construct, called Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, based on the total force’s inputs and units’ feedback.
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The USAF is introducing an improved version of its deployment construct, called Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, based on the total force’s inputs and units’ feedback.
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U.S. Air Force Announces “Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0” Introduction
The USAF is introducing an improved version of its deployment construct, called Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, based on the total force’s inputs and units’
theaviationist.com
January 26, 2026 at 9:15 PM
U.S. Air Force Announces “Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0” Introduction
The USAF is introducing an improved version of its deployment construct, called Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, based on the total force’s inputs and units’ feedback.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/25/u...
The USAF is introducing an improved version of its deployment construct, called Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, based on the total force’s inputs and units’ feedback.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:20 PM
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Australia Receives First MC-55A Peregrine
The MC-55A Peregrine will enhance the Royal Australian Air Force capability to patrol its surrounding strategic maritime spaces, while networking with other dedicated assets.
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The MC-55A Peregrine will enhance the Royal Australian Air Force capability to patrol its surrounding strategic maritime spaces, while networking with other dedicated assets.
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Australia Receives First MC-55A Peregrine
The MC-55A Peregrine will enhance the Royal Australian Air Force capability to patrol its surrounding strategic maritime spaces, while networking with
theaviationist.com
January 24, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Australia Receives First MC-55A Peregrine
The MC-55A Peregrine will enhance the Royal Australian Air Force capability to patrol its surrounding strategic maritime spaces, while networking with other dedicated assets.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/24/a...
The MC-55A Peregrine will enhance the Royal Australian Air Force capability to patrol its surrounding strategic maritime spaces, while networking with other dedicated assets.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/24/a...
RAF Typhoons Deployed to Qatar Amid U.S. Build Up in Middle East
Four RAF Typhoons from the joint UK-Qatar No. 12 Squadron have been deployed at the request of the Qatari government, citing increasing regional tensions.
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Four RAF Typhoons from the joint UK-Qatar No. 12 Squadron have been deployed at the request of the Qatari government, citing increasing regional tensions.
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RAF Typhoons Deployed to Qatar Amid U.S. Build Up in Middle East
Four RAF Typhoons from the joint UK-Qatar No. 12 Squadron have been deployed at the request of the Qatari government, citing increasing regional tensions.
theaviationist.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:12 PM
RAF Typhoons Deployed to Qatar Amid U.S. Build Up in Middle East
Four RAF Typhoons from the joint UK-Qatar No. 12 Squadron have been deployed at the request of the Qatari government, citing increasing regional tensions.
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Four RAF Typhoons from the joint UK-Qatar No. 12 Squadron have been deployed at the request of the Qatari government, citing increasing regional tensions.
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UK Pauses Chagos Islands Sovereignty Bill Following Renewed Opposition
A debate on a bill that transfers sovereignty over the Chagos Islands – including Diego Garcia – to Mauritius has been delayed after questions about its compliance with a UK-US treaty.
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A debate on a bill that transfers sovereignty over the Chagos Islands – including Diego Garcia – to Mauritius has been delayed after questions about its compliance with a UK-US treaty.
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UK Government Pauses Chagos Islands Sovereignty Bill Following Renewed Opposition
A debate on a bill that transfers sovereignty over the Chagos Islands - including Diego Garcia - to Mauritius has been delayed after questions about its
theaviationist.com
January 24, 2026 at 10:34 AM
UK Pauses Chagos Islands Sovereignty Bill Following Renewed Opposition
A debate on a bill that transfers sovereignty over the Chagos Islands – including Diego Garcia – to Mauritius has been delayed after questions about its compliance with a UK-US treaty.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/24/c...
A debate on a bill that transfers sovereignty over the Chagos Islands – including Diego Garcia – to Mauritius has been delayed after questions about its compliance with a UK-US treaty.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/24/c...