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

F-16 jets, under NORAD's command, intercepted a civilian aircraft infringing upon restricted airspace near Mar-a-Lago over the weekend. This incident, marking over 20 intrusions since Trump's presidency, involved the use of flares to capture the pilot's attention. Despite frequent breaches, Trump’s schedule remained unaffected.

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

Yonhap News Agency

Pilot Error Leads to South Korean KF-16 Bombing Civilian Area

2025-03-05T19:08:58.659086-08:00

Bloomberg

Trump Announces F-35 Jet Sales to India During Modi Visit

2025-02-13T16:02:39.826650-08:00

Stars and Stripes

USAF F-35 Crash in Alaska: Pilot Ejects Safely

2025-01-28T17:16:09.267853-08:00

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The Aviationist

1985 F-15A Anti-Satellite Mission Overview An F-15A aircraft successfully intercepted and destroyed a malfunctioning solar observation satellite orbiting over 300 miles above Earth. This operation showcased the United States Air Force's capability to deploy anti-satellite missiles, highlighting a pivotal moment in space defense technology.

2025-03-11T11:23:08.717669-07:00

1985 F-15A Anti-Satellite Mission Overview

ANI News Agency

India Seeks 5th-Gen Fighters, Considers Made in India Su-57, F-35 India's Ministry of Defence has approved the potential expansion of its Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender to include 5th-generation fighters. The Indian Air Force may consider domestic production of Su-57 or F-35 jets as part of the renewed procurement strategy. Induction is targeted within the next four to five years.

2025-03-11T08:36:45.733079-07:00

India Seeks 5th-Gen Fighters, Considers Made in India Su-57, F-35

Air & Space Forces Mag

Florida Air National Guard Begins F-35 Transition, Receives First Jets The Florida Air National Guard's 125th Fighter Wing has initiated its modernization by integrating three stealth F-35A jets, replacing its decommissioned F-15C/D Eagles. This upgrade marks a significant enhancement in the Wing's combat capabilities and aligns with broader strategic defense objectives.

2025-03-10T15:11:01.583078-07:00

Florida Air National Guard Begins F-35 Transition, Receives First Jets

Aviation Week

Thailand Plans 2025 Acquisition of Tanker Aircraft for F-16 and Gripen Fleet To enhance its aerial capabilities, Thailand targets the acquisition of an aerial refueling tanker by 2025 to support its existing fleet of Lockheed Martin F-16s and Saab Gripens. This move is part of their wider military modernization strategy aimed at improving operational efficiency.

2025-03-10T09:30:36.273935-07:00

Thailand Plans 2025 Acquisition of Tanker Aircraft for F-16 and Gripen Fleet

Shephard Media

Lockheed Martin Projects Rising Demand for F-16 Block 70/72 Lockheed Martin anticipates a demand for approximately 300 F-16 Block 70/72 aircraft globally. The defense giant aims to deliver between 23 to 26 units by 2025, underscoring its strategic focus on expanding the F-16 program's capabilities and market reach.

2025-03-10T09:25:10.229260-07:00

Lockheed Martin Projects Rising Demand for F-16 Block 70/72

Associated Press

F-16s Intercept Aircraft Near Mar-a-Lago Amid Continued Airspace Violations F-16 jets, under NORAD's command, intercepted a civilian aircraft infringing upon restricted airspace near Mar-a-Lago over the weekend. This incident, marking over 20 intrusions since Trump's presidency, involved the use of flares to capture the pilot's attention. Despite frequent breaches, Trump’s schedule remained unaffected.

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

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

The Aviationist

USMC Deploys First F-35 Squadron to Japan, Replacing Hornets The U.S. Marine Corps transitioned its Japan-based aviation operations with the arrival of VMFA-214's F-35s at MCAS Iwakuni on March 8, marking a shift from previously deployed F/A-18 Hornet detachments and reinforcing its strategic posture within the Indo-Pacific region.

2025-03-09T05:16:20.770289-07:00

USMC Deploys First F-35 Squadron to Japan, Replacing Hornets

The Aviationist

Dutch F-35As Execute Successful Drone Intercept Over Baltic Sea In a joint exercise with the Estonian Air Force, Dutch F-35A fighter jets successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple target drones over the Baltic Sea using AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles. The operation highlights the F-35's air-to-air combat capabilities in controlled airspace conditions.

2025-03-07T08:10:37.942098-08:00

Dutch F-35As Execute Successful Drone Intercept Over Baltic Sea