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Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani-Birgi will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and
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January 7, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, formerly Bella 1, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel
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January 7, 2026 at 2:16 PM
U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials are now confirming that a mission to seize the Marinera, formerly Bella 1, has been launched. Russian state media released imagery from the
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January 7, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
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The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
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Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The Marinera continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR aircraft and a USCG cutter. Meanwhile, special forces personnel train at
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January 7, 2026 at 7:22 AM
Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
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The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
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Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 nautical miles off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the
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January 6, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
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The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons. Lockheed Martin
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January 6, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority
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January 6, 2026 at 6:24 PM
A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
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As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
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The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR aircraft to the UK as the sanctioned tanker Bella 1, or Marinera, approaches the GIUK gap, let's look at
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January 6, 2026 at 7:10 AM
The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top. A month
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January 5, 2026 at 10:28 PM
MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/m...
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026. The UK's
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January 5, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
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A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
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Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic
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January 5, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/u...
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
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New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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January 3, 2026 at 7:08 PM
New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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U.S. Launches Military Operations in Venezuela, Maduro ‘Captured’
Airstrikes and helicopter raids have been seen inside Venezuelan territory as President Trump confirms attacks, stating that President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by U.S. forces.
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Airstrikes and helicopter raids have been seen inside Venezuelan territory as President Trump confirms attacks, stating that President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by U.S. forces.
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U.S. Launches Military Operations in Venezuela, Maduro 'Captured'
Airstrikes and helicopter raids have been seen inside Venezuelan territory as President Trump confirms attacks, stating that President Nicolás Maduro has
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January 3, 2026 at 10:49 AM
U.S. Launches Military Operations in Venezuela, Maduro ‘Captured’
Airstrikes and helicopter raids have been seen inside Venezuelan territory as President Trump confirms attacks, stating that President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by U.S. forces.
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Airstrikes and helicopter raids have been seen inside Venezuelan territory as President Trump confirms attacks, stating that President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by U.S. forces.
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Denmark Close to Becoming Next P-8 Poseidon Operator
The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Denmark of up to three P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, worth $1.8 billion.
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The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Denmark of up to three P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, worth $1.8 billion.
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Denmark Close to Becoming Next P-8 Poseidon Operator
The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Denmark of up to three P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft,
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January 2, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Denmark Close to Becoming Next P-8 Poseidon Operator
The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Denmark of up to three P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, worth $1.8 billion.
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The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Denmark of up to three P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, worth $1.8 billion.
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Israel Signs Contract for 25 F-15IA Aircraft
The Israeli Air Force will get 25 new F-15IA fighter jets as part of a deal worth up to $8.5 billion, with 25 more jets on option.
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The Israeli Air Force will get 25 new F-15IA fighter jets as part of a deal worth up to $8.5 billion, with 25 more jets on option.
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Israel Signs Contract for 25 F-15IA Aircraft
The Israeli Air Force will get 25 new F-15IA fighter jets as part of a deal worth up to $8.5 billion, with 25 more jets on option. The Israeli Air Force
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January 1, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Israel Signs Contract for 25 F-15IA Aircraft
The Israeli Air Force will get 25 new F-15IA fighter jets as part of a deal worth up to $8.5 billion, with 25 more jets on option.
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The Israeli Air Force will get 25 new F-15IA fighter jets as part of a deal worth up to $8.5 billion, with 25 more jets on option.
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Saab Receives French Contract for two GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft
The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar capability.
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The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar capability.
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Saab Receives French Contract for two GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft
The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar
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January 1, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Saab Receives French Contract for two GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft
The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar capability.
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The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar capability.
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China Conducts “Justice Mission 2025” Exercise Around Taiwan
China’s PLA launched “Justice Mission 2025” snap drills around Taiwan, combining blockade simulations, live-fire drills, and strategic messaging aimed at Taipei and Washington.
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China’s PLA launched “Justice Mission 2025” snap drills around Taiwan, combining blockade simulations, live-fire drills, and strategic messaging aimed at Taipei and Washington.
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China Conducts “Justice Mission 2025” Exercise Around Taiwan
China’s PLA launched “Justice Mission 2025” snap drills around Taiwan, combining blockade simulations, live-fire drills, and strategic messaging aimed at
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January 1, 2026 at 9:12 AM
China Conducts “Justice Mission 2025” Exercise Around Taiwan
China’s PLA launched “Justice Mission 2025” snap drills around Taiwan, combining blockade simulations, live-fire drills, and strategic messaging aimed at Taipei and Washington.
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China’s PLA launched “Justice Mission 2025” snap drills around Taiwan, combining blockade simulations, live-fire drills, and strategic messaging aimed at Taipei and Washington.
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Spain Signs Contract for 30 Hürjets
Spain signed a €2.4 billion contract to acquire Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hürjets, with Airbus leading the work on the new Integrated Training System.
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Spain signed a €2.4 billion contract to acquire Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hürjets, with Airbus leading the work on the new Integrated Training System.
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Spain Signs Contract for 30 Hürjets
Spain signed a €2.4 billion contract to acquire Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hürjets, with Airbus leading the work on the new Integrated Training System.
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December 30, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Spain Signs Contract for 30 Hürjets
Spain signed a €2.4 billion contract to acquire Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hürjets, with Airbus leading the work on the new Integrated Training System.
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Spain signed a €2.4 billion contract to acquire Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hürjets, with Airbus leading the work on the new Integrated Training System.
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The UK Armed Forces’ 2025 in Pictures
The UK’s Ministry of Defence has unveiled an image gallery showcasing some of their best photographs from the past year. Let’s take a look at some of our favorites.
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The UK’s Ministry of Defence has unveiled an image gallery showcasing some of their best photographs from the past year. Let’s take a look at some of our favorites.
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The UK Armed Forces' 2025 in Pictures
The UK's Ministry of Defence has unveiled an image gallery showcasing some of their best photographs from the past year. Let's take a look at some of our
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December 30, 2025 at 8:44 PM
The UK Armed Forces’ 2025 in Pictures
The UK’s Ministry of Defence has unveiled an image gallery showcasing some of their best photographs from the past year. Let’s take a look at some of our favorites.
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The UK’s Ministry of Defence has unveiled an image gallery showcasing some of their best photographs from the past year. Let’s take a look at some of our favorites.
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USAF MQ-9A Reapers are Carrying Up to Ten AGM-114 Hellfire Missiles in the Caribbean
At least nine MQ-9s are deployed to Puerto Rico’s Rafael Hernández Airport, each carrying between six and ten AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.
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At least nine MQ-9s are deployed to Puerto Rico’s Rafael Hernández Airport, each carrying between six and ten AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.
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USAF MQ-9A Reapers are Carrying Up to Ten AGM-114 Hellfire Missiles in the Caribbean
At least nine MQ-9s are deployed to Puerto Rico’s Rafael Hernández Airport, each carrying between six and ten AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. U.S. Air Force
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December 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
USAF MQ-9A Reapers are Carrying Up to Ten AGM-114 Hellfire Missiles in the Caribbean
At least nine MQ-9s are deployed to Puerto Rico’s Rafael Hernández Airport, each carrying between six and ten AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.
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At least nine MQ-9s are deployed to Puerto Rico’s Rafael Hernández Airport, each carrying between six and ten AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.
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China’s J-10C Allegedly Seen Carrying YJ-21E Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile for the First Time
The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter jets and drones.
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The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter jets and drones.
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China’s J-10C Allegedly Seen Carrying YJ-21E Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile for the First Time
The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 predominantly spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter
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December 27, 2025 at 5:26 PM
China’s J-10C Allegedly Seen Carrying YJ-21E Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile for the First Time
The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter jets and drones.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/27/c...
The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter jets and drones.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/27/c...
U.S. Navy Awards Leonardo UK Contract to Equip F-35 with BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys
The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II.
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The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II.
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U.S. Navy Awards Leonardo UK Contract to Equip F-35 with BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys
The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II. The Naval Air Systems
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December 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
U.S. Navy Awards Leonardo UK Contract to Equip F-35 with BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys
The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II.
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The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II.
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Supposed Third Prototype of China’s J-36 Next-Generation Jet has Flown
The supposed third J-36 prototype emerged exactly a year after the first one was spotted in December 2024.
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The supposed third J-36 prototype emerged exactly a year after the first one was spotted in December 2024.
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Supposed Third Prototype of China’s J-36 Next-Generation Jet has Flown
The supposed third J-36 prototype emerged exactly a year after the first one was spotted in December 2024. Chinese military aviation observers observed
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December 26, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Supposed Third Prototype of China’s J-36 Next-Generation Jet has Flown
The supposed third J-36 prototype emerged exactly a year after the first one was spotted in December 2024.
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The supposed third J-36 prototype emerged exactly a year after the first one was spotted in December 2024.
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USS Nimitz Decommissioning in Sight as HII Awarded Contract Modification
The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment.
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The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment.
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USS Nimitz Decommissioning in Sight as HII Awarded Contract Modification
The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment. USS Nimitz
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December 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM
USS Nimitz Decommissioning in Sight as HII Awarded Contract Modification
The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/24/u...
The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/24/u...
Boeing Awarded $2 Billion Contract to Continue Work on B-52’s New Engines
The new contract covers the Post-Critical Design Review phase of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, which will replace the TF33 engines with the new F130s.
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The new contract covers the Post-Critical Design Review phase of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, which will replace the TF33 engines with the new F130s.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/24/b...
Boeing Awarded $2 Billion Contract to Continue Work on B-52’s New Engines
The new contract covers the Post-Critical Design Review phase of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, which will replace the TF33 engines with
theaviationist.com
December 25, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Boeing Awarded $2 Billion Contract to Continue Work on B-52’s New Engines
The new contract covers the Post-Critical Design Review phase of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, which will replace the TF33 engines with the new F130s.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/24/b...
The new contract covers the Post-Critical Design Review phase of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, which will replace the TF33 engines with the new F130s.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/24/b...