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Croatia Transfers Airspace Policing to Hungary, Italy as MiG-21s Retire

Zagreb has temporarily delegated the peacekeeping responsibilities of its airspace to Hungary and Italy following the withdrawal of the last European MiG-21s from active duty as of December 1, 2024, marking the end of an era for the aging aircraft model.

2024-12-02T11:08:06.229896-08:00

Aviation Week

France and Safran Discuss M88 Engine Upgrade for Rafale

2024-12-02T06:37:38.687567-08:00

The Aviationist

French Rafale Utilizes A400M for Air-to-Air Refueling Test

2024-11-27T12:20:39.135859-08:00

aerospaceglobalnews.com

Croatia Receives Seventh Rafale Fighter to Bolster Air Force

2024-11-26T19:07:45.182029-08:00

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Aviation Week

Croatia Transfers Airspace Policing to Hungary, Italy as MiG-21s Retire Zagreb has temporarily delegated the peacekeeping responsibilities of its airspace to Hungary and Italy following the withdrawal of the last European MiG-21s from active duty as of December 1, 2024, marking the end of an era for the aging aircraft model.

2024-12-02T11:08:06.229896-08:00

Croatia Transfers Airspace Policing to Hungary, Italy as MiG-21s Retire

Aviation Week

France and Safran Discuss M88 Engine Upgrade for Rafale French government and Safran are negotiating enhancements to the M88 engine used in Dassault's Rafale fighter jets, aiming to maintain industrial expertise in aerospace propulsion systems.

2024-12-02T06:37:38.687567-08:00

France and Safran Discuss M88 Engine Upgrade for Rafale

The Aviationist

French Rafale Utilizes A400M for Air-to-Air Refueling Test In an unconventional test, the French Rafale refueled through an A400M using the new NARANG air-to-air refueling pod, substituting the E-2D Hawkeye. This test supports the French Navy's capability development with their A400M and Rafale platforms.

2024-11-27T12:20:39.135859-08:00

French Rafale Utilizes A400M for Air-to-Air Refueling Test

aerospaceglobalnews.com

Croatia Receives Seventh Rafale Fighter to Bolster Air Force On 21 November, the Croatian Air Force received its seventh Dassault Rafale at Zagreb's Pleso air base. This addition enhances the capabilities of 191 Fighter Squadron as part of Croatia's ongoing defense modernization efforts, supported by France's continued Rafale F3R deliveries.

2024-11-26T19:07:45.182029-08:00

Croatia Receives Seventh Rafale Fighter to Bolster Air Force

Times Aerospace

UAE Transfers Mirage 2000-9E Jets to Morocco Amid Rafale F4 Transition The UAE's decision to transfer Mirage 2000-9E jets to Morocco occurs alongside its acquisition of Rafale F4s, expected in 2027, enhancing military ties with Rabat. The transition involves collaboration between Dassault Aviation, Thales, and MBDA, as part of broader defense strategy adjustments.

2024-11-11T03:21:20.170235-08:00

UAE Transfers Mirage 2000-9E Jets to Morocco Amid Rafale F4 Transition

latribune.fr

France Selects Airbus for New Maritime Patrol Aircraft Program The French Ministry of the Armed Forces has opted for Airbus Defence & Space over Dassault Aviation in a strategic move to replace its aging fleet of 18 Atlantique 2 maritime patrol aircraft, commencing post-2030. This decision underscores Airbus's growing prominence in defense aircraft projects.

2024-11-07T06:28:40.851711-08:00

France Selects Airbus for New Maritime Patrol Aircraft Program

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Colombian Air Force to Acquire Saab Gripen Fighters for Fleet Modernization The Colombian Air Force is set to replace its aging IAI Kfir jets with Saab's JAS Gripen fighters, according to Swedish public radio. This purchase marks a significant step in Colombia's defense modernization strategy, enhancing aerial capabilities with advanced multirole fighter aircraft.

2024-11-05T07:31:04.304764-08:00

Colombian Air Force to Acquire Saab Gripen Fighters for Fleet Modernization

Aviation Week

Airbus Presents A321XLR for Maritime Patrol at Euronaval Airbus showcased the A321XLR model for maritime patrol during the Euronaval defense exhibition in Paris, offering a new military application for its commercial airframe. This move targets expanding Airbus' influence in defense aviation markets.

2024-11-04T12:18:26.390573-08:00

Airbus Presents A321XLR for Maritime Patrol at Euronaval

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