Norwegian F-35A fighters release GBU-31 JDAM bombs during NATO live-fire exercise in High North
Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35A fighter aircraft carried out a live-fire exercise in Norway on 9 March 2026, NATO Allied Air Command reported.
NATO conducts large Eastern Sentry airpower training missions from the Baltic region to Romania
NATO carried out its largest Allied airpower deployment of the year during two consecutive Flexible Deterrent Option training missions across the Alliance’s eastern flank.
Switzerland likely to reduce Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jet order from 36 to about 30 aircraft
The Swiss government expects the country’s planned purchase of F-35 fighter jets to be reduced from 36 aircraft to around 30 due to rising costs.
Ukraine says additional French Mirage 2000-5 fighters will strengthen air defence against missiles and drones
Ukraine expects an additional delivery of Mirage 2000-5 fighter aircraft from France, which officials say will significantly strengthen the country’s air capabilities.
Israeli Air Force F-35I shoots down Iranian Yak-130 aircraft in first air-to-air kill by the Adir stealth fighter
The Israel Defense Forces reported that earlier today an Iranian military Yak-130 aircraft was shot down by an Israeli F-35I fighter jet.
Lockheed Martin applies AI to strengthen F-35 Lightning II combat identification in first in-flight demonstration
Lockheed Martin has flight tested an artificial intelligence-enhanced Combat Identification capability integrated into the F-35 Lightning II’s information fusion system.
Kratos and GE Aerospace secure U.S. Air Force contract to develop GEK1500 engine for Collaborative Combat Aircraft
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions and GE Aerospace have been awarded a $12.4 million U.S. Air Force contract to design a next-generation engine for small Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
NORAD intercepts Russian military aircraft operating in Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said it detected and tracked Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone on February 19, 2026.
United States deploys additional fighter aircraft and naval assets to Middle East amid ongoing talks with Iran
The United States has sent another fleet of aircraft described as essential for conducting a prolonged campaign against Iran, according to ItaMilRadar, which tracks aircraft and naval movements in the Mediterranean region.
Danish Air Force establishes 729 Squadron to operate MQ-9B SeaGuardian long-range drones
The Danish Air Force has established 729 Squadron to operate newly acquired long-range remotely piloted aircraft. The squadron, formed on 16 February, will house four MQ-9B SeaGuardian remotely piloted aircraft systems.
GMV signs agreement with Spanish Air and Space Force to install Focusear antenna at Morón Air Base
The Spanish Air and Space Force and technology multinational GMV have signed an agreement to install a satellite tracking antenna at Morón Air Base in Seville.
Western and Ukrainian pilots assigned to newly formed F-16 Squadron in Ukraine – Intelligence Online
A new F-16 squadron staffed by experienced Western and Ukrainian pilots has been formed within the Ukrainian Air Force, according to a report by Intelligence Online.