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Philippines Cleared for $5.6B F-16 Jet Package

The U.S. has approved a $5.6 billion military package for the Philippines, including 16 F-16C Block 70/72 jets and four F-16B Block 70/72 fighters. This follows U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's visit to Manila and a commitment to enhanced defense collaboration between the countries.

2025-04-01T12:51:07.018004-07:00

Reuters

Trump to Announce $20B NGAD Fighter Jet Contract Today

2025-03-20T17:13:11.762454-07:00

The War Zone

Super Hornets Deploy Stormbreaker Bombs in Yemen Operations

2025-03-24T09:57:07.099548-07:00

Associated Press

F-16s Intercept Aircraft Near Mar-a-Lago Amid Continued Airspace Violations

2025-03-09T12:59:03.084286-07:00

F-16 News Timeline

Breaking Defense

Philippines Cleared for $5.6B F-16 Jet Package The U.S. has approved a $5.6 billion military package for the Philippines, including 16 F-16C Block 70/72 jets and four F-16B Block 70/72 fighters. This follows U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's visit to Manila and a commitment to enhanced defense collaboration between the countries.

2025-04-01T12:51:07.018004-07:00

Philippines Cleared for $5.6B F-16 Jet Package

e-ir.info

Debate Over Canada's Fighter Jet Choice: Saab Gripen vs F-35 Mark Carney suggests Canada should consider Sweden's Saab Gripen for its next-generation fighter jet, challenging the F-35 preference. However, the decision rests under the influence of the U.S., which possesses veto power over the sale, posing significant strategic implications.

2025-03-30T09:03:14.892583-07:00

Debate Over Canada's Fighter Jet Choice: Saab Gripen vs F-35

defence.in

IAF Targets Supercruise Engine for AMCA with Mach 1.3 Capability The Indian Air Force aims for a supercruise-capable engine in its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, seeking a sustained Mach 1.3 speed without afterburners. The development, akin to the F-22 Raptor, involves collaboration with the Gas Turbine Research Establishment.

2025-03-29T11:17:39.860335-07:00

IAF Targets Supercruise Engine for AMCA with Mach 1.3 Capability

Stars and Stripes

Maryland Loses Bid for DC National Guard F-16s Maryland's efforts to acquire F-16 fighter jets from the D.C. Air National Guard have failed. Despite political efforts, including those by former Senator Ben Cardin, the transfer did not materialize following changes in the White House administration and legislative hurdles.

2025-03-29T08:49:59.917997-07:00

Maryland Loses Bid for DC National Guard F-16s

Air & Space Forces Mag

USAF Nominee Questions F-15E's Future in Evolving Threat Landscape Troy Meink, the U.S. Air Force Secretary nominee, will examine the continued operational value of fourth-generation fighters like the F-15E amid increasing global threats. His focus is on assessing modernization needs and strategic adaptations to sustain combat effectiveness.

2025-03-27T15:43:34.881267-07:00

USAF Nominee Questions F-15E's Future in Evolving Threat Landscape

Aviation Week

Boeing Secures Air Force F-47 Contract, Challenging Lockheed Boeing has been awarded the U.S. Air Force F-47 fighter contract, marking a pivotal shift by overseeing a program renowned for its tight schedule and cost objectives. This award significantly alters the competitive landscape, displacing Lockheed Martin from a leading position.

2025-03-27T15:02:38.884725-07:00

Boeing Secures Air Force F-47 Contract, Challenging Lockheed

The War Zone

Turkish F-16s Integrate Tablets for Weapon Control Turkish F-16s are advancing their capabilities with the integration of tablets to control locally made weapons. This technology trend is streamlining the adaptation of new functionalities in aerial platforms, enhancing operational efficiency and enabling swift updates to military assets.

2025-03-27T13:13:48.973305-07:00

Turkish F-16s Integrate Tablets for Weapon Control

Alert 5

Last Active-Duty F-15C Ends Operations in Japan with Final Flight The U.S. Air Force's 18th Wing has completed the final flight of the last active-duty F-15C Eagle at Kadena Air Base, concluding the aircraft's 45-year service legacy. This historic event marks a notable transition in U.S. Air Force operations in Japan.

2025-03-26T19:08:02.824398-07:00

Last Active-Duty F-15C Ends Operations in Japan with Final Flight