NATO Allied Air Command and Royal Netherlands Air Force to host Ramstein Flag 2025
NATO Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) is set to launch Ramstein Flag 2025 (RAFL25), a large-scale tactical-level live-fly exercise, from 31 March to 11 April 2025.
Lockheed Martin delivers 16 F-16 Block 70 fighters in 2024, with orders rising toward 200 units
Seven of the 16 aircraft were delivered in the final quarter of 2024, reflecting an acceleration in production towards […]
Sweden bolsters air force with Mk82 bomb procurement for Gripen jets
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has signed a contract with Rheinmetall Italia SPA for the acquisition of an undisclosed number of Mk82 bombs.
Lockheed Martin Delivers 30th Upgraded F-16 Viper to Hellenic Air Force
Lockheed Martin announced via social media the delivery of the 30th upgraded F-16 Viper to the Hellenic Air Force.
Denmark explores upgrading Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq Airport for F-35A fighter operations
Denmark has announced plans to explore modernising the Kangerlussuaq airport in western Greenland, enabling it to host its F-35A fighter jets.
Three more Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighters delivered to the Danish Air Force
The Danish Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the arrival of these jets brings the total number of F-35s delivered to 17.
Babcock secures EUR 795 million contract to train French military pilots
Babcock International has been awarded a 17-year contract worth EUR 795 million to provide and support air training solutions for the French Air and Space Force and French Navy.
Avioniq’s cutting-edge simulation technology joins ITPS Canada’s fleet
January 2025 will mark the delivery of Avioniq’s AqLab and AqModel simulation technologies to ITPS (Canada) Ltd., strengthening the latter’s advanced military aviation training programmes.
Dassault Aviation delivers final Rafale fighter jet to Greece
On 9 January, the final Dassault Rafale fighter jet ordered by Greece landed at the Tanagra Air Base.
From MiG-21 to Rafale: Croatia modernises Air Force with NATO-compatible jets
In December 2024, Croatia’s Air Force received its first Dassault Rafale fighter jets, marking a significant leap in its defensive and offensive capabilities.
Finnish F/A-18 Hornet fighters to patrol Icelandic skies for NATO in February 2025
For the first time, Finland’s F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets will surveil and protect Icelandic airspace as part of NATO operations.
Strategic partnership between F-35 Joint Program Office and Platform One drives defence innovation
The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) and Platform One (P1) are driving innovation and cost efficiency through a strategic collaboration that enhances the F-35 Lightning II aircraft’s capabilities.