U.S. Air Force conducts in-flight test of unarmed Mk21A reentry vehicle for future Sentinel ICBM
The U.S. Air Force has launched an unarmed Mk21A reentry vehicle from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, pressing ahead with tests of the system meant to carry nuclear warheads on its next intercontinental ballistic missile.
USS Abraham Lincoln air wing delivers 1,499 precision weapons during 38-day Operation Epic Fury campaign
Its combat operations included a 38-day campaign during Operation Epic Fury, when it expended 1,499 precision weapons against U.S. Central Command priority targets.
Greece agrees to $4 billion in U.S. deals to upgrade more F-16s and arm future F-35s as Portugal weighs its own F-35 buy
Greece has agreed to spend about $4 billion on U.S. weapons and equipment, a package that would bring another 37 of its F-16 fighters up to the Block 70 standard and pay for weapons its future F-35As can also carry.
First national GCAP site opens in Turin, with plans for 1,000 staff to support Italy–Japan–UK fighter programme
The first national site for the Global Combat Air Programme has opened in Turin to coordinate Italy’s contribution to the fighter being developed with Japan and the United Kingdom.
Lockheed Martin wins Philippine contract for Black Hawk pilot and maintenance training
Lockheed Martin has signed a contract to supply the Philippine Air Force with systems to train S-70i Black Hawk pilots and maintenance personnel in the Philippines.
Royal Air Force says second Boeing E-7A Wedgetail arrives at Lossiemouth
The Royal Air Force’s second Boeing E-7A Wedgetail has arrived at Lossiemouth in Scotland following trials at Boscombe Down.
Romania orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters to replace Pumas under EU defence financing plan
Romania has ordered 12 Airbus H225M military helicopters to begin replacing its Puma fleet for conventional and special operations.
F-117A Nighthawk ‘The Overachiever,’ veteran of four conflicts, makes final flight to Smithsonian
The only F-117A Nighthawk to fly in all four major conflicts in which the stealth jet saw combat has taken to the air one last time, as cargo.
U.S. Air Force tests Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM) in Australia
The U.S. Air Force has flight-tested its Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM) in Australia in cooperation with the Royal Australian Air Force, according to The War Zone.
Thailand’s Queen Suthida takes controls of single-seat Gripen fighter for first solo flight
Thailand’s Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana completed her first solo flight in a single-seat JAS-39C Gripen fighter on 8 October.
Bell Boeing joint venture works with suppliers to sustain V-22 Osprey fleet beyond 2055
Bell Boeing and the V-22 Joint Program Office are working with suppliers to improve parts availability and sustain the Osprey fleet beyond 2055.
U.S. F-35A Lightning II fighters join Marrakech Airshow in support of Morocco partnership
U.S. F-35A Lightning II fighters from the 48th Fighter Wing are participating in the Marrakech Airshow, which runs October 7–10 in Morocco.