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Massive WWII B-29 Bomber Base Fully Reclaimed For Future Pacific Fight
Satellite imagery shows the dramatic restoration of Tinian Island’s historic North Field, a site that also presents targeting challenges for China.
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This Is What A Peacekeeping Air Policing Mission Over Ukraine Could Look Like
Reports indicate the U.K. is already planning a future air policing mission over Ukraine, but staging such an effort is far from straightforward.
F-16s With Larger Laser-Guided Rocket Loads, Drone Kill Marking Emerge Over Middle East
US Air Force F-16s are expanding their ability to engage enemy drones with low-cost guided rockets.
War Of Words Erupts Between Trump And Zelensky
Trump called Zelensky "a dictator" and Zelensky said Trump is living in a "disinformation space" as schism between Washington and Kyiv grows.
Zelensky Decries Peace Talks Without Ukraine, Trump Says He Had His Shot For Years
Shock waves are being felt in Kyiv and and Europe as America's position on Ukraine and Russia is morphing at a breakneck pace.
Ukraine’s Black MiG-29 ‘Ghost’ Fulcrum Showcased In New Video
At least one of the Soviet-era fighters of the 204th Tactical Aviation Brigade has been wearing an unusual black color scheme.
CIA MQ-9 Reapers Are Covertly Spying On Mexican Drug Cartels: Reports
CIA drone flights over Mexico reportedly began under Biden, but have greatly expanded under Trump amid talk of direct action against the cartels.
Army’s Stinger Surface-To-Air Missile Replacement Makes Progress
Transfer of many Stinger missiles to Ukraine and the growing drone threat have made the need for a new man-portable short-range air defense system more urgent.
Europe Debates Sending Troops To Ukraine
European countries are figuring out what role they are willing to play in any peace deal to end the war in Ukraine.
AH-1Z Attack Helicopter’s New Long Range Missile Seen For The First Time
The Marines are working to dramatically extend the kinetic reach of their AH-1Zs to help ensure their relevance in future high-end fights.
America’s First Broken Arrow Incident Happened 75 Years Ago
An inflight emergency led to the crew of a B-36 bomber dropping an unarmed nuclear bomb off the Canadian coast, in the first incident of its kind.
Aircraft Carrier USS Harry S. Truman In Greece For Repairs Following Collision
How long the USS Harry S. Truman is set to stay in Souda Bay will depend on a full assessment of the damage from the collision.
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Bunker Talk: Let’s Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week
The crisis isn't so bad when you have a bunker to retreat to.
Drones Over U.S. Bases May Be Threatening Spy Flights: NORTHCOM Commander
Gen. Gregory M. Guillot asked Congress for more authority to defend against drone incursions.
Trump Admin Makes Major Moves For Negotiated End Of Ukraine War
Ukraine Situation Report: U.S. President Donald Trump said negotiations with Russia will begin "immediately" after call with Putin.
EA-18G Growler Crashes Into San Diego Bay (Updated)
The electronic attack tactical jet crashed near Naval Air Station North Island, which is partially surrounded by San Diego Bay.
New Shots Of Ukrainian F-16s Shine Light On Combat Missions
A photo and video reveal some of the stores used by Ukrainian Air Force Vipers after a little more than six months in service.
Algeria Says It’s The Su-57 Felon’s First Export Customer
Fifteen years after it was first flown, the Su-57 has won its first export in Algeria, according to the country’s state-run media.
C-17’s ‘Silver Bullet’ Airstream Trailer Pod Used By Secretary Of Defense Hegseth On First Overseas Trip
The Silver Bullet Command and Control Modules are scheduled to be replaced later this year after more than three decades of service.
Mystery Tiltrotor Aircraft Emerges
The aircraft, spotted at Mojave Air & Space Port, is relatively large, with tilt-rotor nacelles on its wingtips and smaller rotors located outboard of its fuselage.
Russian Military Convoy Blocked From Entering Port Of Tartus In Syria
Syrian troops turned away Russians from the port, which has acted as a critical node for the continuing withdrawal of Moscow's forces.
Tankers Flood Airspace Off The California Coast For China-Focused Air Combat Exercise
The latest Bamboo Eagle exercise reflects plans for ever-larger air combat exercises as part of preparations for a high-end fight with China.
French Fighters Downed “Nearly A Dozen Drones” In Red Sea Combat
As the first Mirage 2000s arrive in Ukraine, the French Air Force confirms that these jets, as well as Rafales, have been used to shoot down Houthi drones.
The Last Mars Flying Boat Just Made Its Final Flight
The vintage maritime patrol flying boat turned water bomber's final destination will be the Pima Air and Space Museum.
China’s J-20 Fighter Is Now Flying In ‘Beast Mode’
The configuration could see the J-20 carry up to 14 air-to-air missiles today, and 16 tomorrow, but with the sacrifice of stealth.
Russians Erect Mesh Net ‘Tunnel’ Over A Mile Long To Counter Ukrainian FPV Drones
Enclosing an entire roadway in mesh netting is the latest in an ongoing effort to protect against these highly maneuverable weapons.
F-35 And Su-57 Face Off In India
The unprecedented meeting of F-35 and Su-57 comes as the Indian Air Force looks at a range of possible imported combat jets to fulfill pressing needs.
Bunker Talk: Let’s Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week
It may not smell great, but it's a safe from what's going on above.
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