Polish Air Force pilot takes first flight in Lockheed Martin F-35A, marking historic milestone
A Polish Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilot has made history by taking the first flight with their new aircraft on 31 January 2025.
Finnish F/A-18 Hornets protect NATO airspace in the Arctic Region
The Finnish air force F/A-18 Hornet fighter detachment received NATO certification on 30 January, 2025 and are mission ready as they continue protecting the airspace in the Arctic region.
Norwegian F-35 intercept Russian Bomber Task Force in the High North
Two Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 jets scrambled on the 4 of February 2025, when two Russian TU-95 Bear H Bomber Aircraft escorted by two Flanker-D flew close to NATO Airspace up in the High North.
Royal Thai Air Force conducts first operational trials of Gripen jets on taxiways
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has successfully conducted its first operational trials involving JAS-39C/D Gripen fighter jets landing on taxiways instead of traditional runways.
NATO conducts Find Fix Track and Target mission over Poland, Baltics, enhancing multi-domain ops
On 30 January, 2025, NATO Allied aircraft from eight NATO nations executed a complex Find, Fix, Track, and Target (F2T2) exercise over Poland and the Baltic region.
Australia approves second batch of AARGM-ER missiles in AUD 650 million agreement
The Australian government has approved an intergovernmental agreement to procure a second batch of AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range (AARGM-ER) systems.
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Lockheed Martin rolls out first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet for Bulgarian Air Force [VIDEO]
On 31 January 2025, Lockheed Martin hosted a formal ceremony at its Greenville, South Carolina, facility to mark the handover of the first F-16 Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft to Bulgaria.
First Polish pilot flies Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II in training programme
A Polish pilot has completed his first solo flight in a Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighter jet as part of Poland’s pilot training programme in the United States.
Dutch F-35A fighters conduct training in Estonia to enhance NATO readiness
Eight Dutch F-35 fighter jets took part in a rapid deployment exercise today, testing their ability to operate from a foreign base.
Romania completes 48th Fighter Squadron as F-16 deliveries progress
Romania reached a key milestone in its air force modernisation programme as the final F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft for the 48th Fighter Squadron landed at the 71st "General Emanoil Ionescu" Air Base in Câmpia Turzii.
Estonian and Dutch collaborate during Agile Combat Employment training at Åmari, Estonia
On the 30 January, 2024, Estonian and Dutch air force personnel collaborate on the F-35 fighter jets stationed at Amari air base, on NATO’s Air Policing Mission.
Textron Aviation secures first international order for Beechcraft King Air 260 training aircraft
Textron Aviation has announced the first international sale of seven Beechcraft King Air 260 military multi-engine training aircraft.