NATO executes flexible deterrence mission over Romania to strengthen air and missile defence
The operation involved Greek and Turkish F-16 Fighting Falcons, Italian Eurofighter 2000 jets, and support from a French tanker aircraft.
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NATO AWACS aircraft deployed to Lithuania for enhanced Vigilance in Baltic Region
On 23 April 2025, the first E-3A Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) aircraft landed at Šiauliai Air Base to support NATO’s enhanced Vigilance Activities in the Baltic region.
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Italian Eurofighters scramble from Romania on NATO Air Policing Mission
On 29 April 2025, Italian Eurofighter Typhoons were scrambled from Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania for the first time since their deployment began.
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US, UK and Australia achieve historic first in E-7A Wedgetail refuelling certification
U.S. Air Force Royal Australian Air Force, and Royal Air Force have successfully collaborated to advance global combat capabilities and gather critical test data for the future acquisition of the E-7A Wedgetail aircraft.
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France’s Dassault Aviation delivers final Rafale fighter to Croatian Air Force [VIDEO]
The final Rafale fighter jet arrived in Croatia today, 25 April 2025, marking the completion of the delivery of all twelve multirole aircraft from French manufacturer Dassault Aviation.
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Swedish Gripen aircraft conduct first operational mission from Poland under NATO command
Two Swedish JAS 39 Gripen aircraft yesterday completed their first operational mission from their deployment in Poland, as part of NATO’s enhanced Air Policing mission, Enhanced Air Policing (eAP).
United States approves sale of F-16 fighters to Philippines to enhance country’s defence capabilities
The United States Department of State has approved a proposed sale of 20 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets to the Philippines, marking a key step in the country’s military modernisation strategy.
Draper breaks ground on new research and development facility at Hill AFB
Draper held a groundbreaking ceremony today for a new facility at Hill Air Force Base (AFB) in Utah, signalling an expansion of its presence in the region.
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Czech Air Force celebrates 20 years of Gripen fighter operations in national defence
On 18 April 2025, the Czech Armed Forces commemorated the 20th anniversary of the arrival of the JAS-39C Gripen at Čáslav Airbase, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s air defence history.
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Portuguese Air Force Chief of Staff: F-35A the only option to replace ageing F-16 fleet
Chief of Staff of the Portuguese Air Force stated that Portugal currently has no alternative but to purchase the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II to replace its ageing fleet of F-16s.
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Turkey seeks return to F-35 programme, considers redirecting USD 1.4 billion from F-16 deal
According to Turkish defence website TurkDef, Ankara is seeking to rejoin the F-35 Lightning II programme and acquire the fifth-generation fighter jets.
Royal Netherlands Air Force and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works achieve breakthrough F-35 interoperability at Ramstein Flag
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) showcased the first-ever live classified data share outside the United States between an F-35 in flight and Keystone.