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China's J-36 Stealth Jet Challenges US Air Dominance

China's unveiling of the J-36, a new-generation crewed stealth fighter with a tailless design and delta wing configuration, could redefine air combat in Asia. This development represents a significant challenge to US air superiority and highlights China's advancing aerospace capabilities.

2025-01-15T07:50:46.277346-08:00

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C-130 Hercules: 70 Years of Military Service and Versatility

2025-01-15T01:42:20.873332-08:00

The War Zone

USAF NGAD Fighter Requires $20 Billion Additional R&D Investment

2025-01-13T10:56:36.389246-08:00

UK Defence Journal

UK Confirms No F-35 Data Shared with Israeli Air Force

2025-01-15T15:29:02.365272-08:00

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UK Defence Journal

UK Confirms No F-35 Data Shared with Israeli Air Force The UK Ministry of Defence has clarified that no F-35 flight mission data has been shared with the Israeli Air Force. This response was provided following a parliamentary inquiry by Labour MP Brian Leishman, addressing concerns on the security and confidentiality of mission data.

2025-01-15T15:29:02.365272-08:00

UK Confirms No F-35 Data Shared with Israeli Air Force

The War Zone

China's J-36 Stealth Jet Challenges US Air Dominance China's unveiling of the J-36, a new-generation crewed stealth fighter with a tailless design and delta wing configuration, could redefine air combat in Asia. This development represents a significant challenge to US air superiority and highlights China's advancing aerospace capabilities.

2025-01-15T07:50:46.277346-08:00

China's J-36 Stealth Jet Challenges US Air Dominance

defence-industry.eu

C-130 Hercules: 70 Years of Military Service and Versatility Celebrating seven decades in operation, the C-130 Hercules continues to serve over 70 countries. Its adaptability across applications such as tactical airlift, refueling, and humanitarian missions underscores its enduring appeal, with Lockheed Martin actively producing 15 variants to meet diverse operational demands.

2025-01-15T01:42:20.873332-08:00

C-130 Hercules: 70 Years of Military Service and Versatility

defence-industry.eu

F-35A Deployment at Kadena Strengthens U.S. Pacific Posture Against China The U.S. Air Force's Vermont Air National Guard has forward deployed F-35A fighters to Kadena Air Base, Japan, replacing aging F-15s. This strategic move enhances defense capabilities in the Pacific amid rising tensions with China's advanced J-20 threats.

2025-01-14T11:07:17.745204-08:00

F-35A Deployment at Kadena Strengthens U.S. Pacific Posture Against China

The War Zone

USAF NGAD Fighter Requires $20 Billion Additional R&D Investment US Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall indicated that developing a manned Next Generation Air Dominance fighter involves over $20 billion in extra R&D costs. Alternatives being considered include investment in long-range strike capabilities and integrating F-35 and drone operations.

2025-01-13T10:56:36.389246-08:00

USAF NGAD Fighter Requires $20 Billion Additional R&D Investment

Stars and Stripes

F-22 Raptor Executes Emergency Landing at Kadena Air Base An F-22A Raptor encountered issues necessitating an emergency landing at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa. The incident, reported by local media, underscores maintenance and operational challenges faced by military aviation units stationed overseas.

2025-01-13T01:40:18.131307-08:00

F-22 Raptor Executes Emergency Landing at Kadena Air Base

The Aviationist

US Forces to be Outnumbered 12:1 by Chinese Fighters by 2027 In an assessment by the Edwards AFB Commander, China is projected to vastly outnumber U.S. forces in modern fighter jets west of the international dateline, with a ratio of 12:1 by 2027. This development emphasizes China's rapidly growing military capabilities.

2025-01-12T09:24:26.811237-08:00

US Forces to be Outnumbered 12:1 by Chinese Fighters by 2027

AVweb

Ukraine Cuts F-16 Training Duration by Three Months, Raising Concerns The decision to shorten the F-16 training period in Ukraine has sparked concerns among critics about the adequacy of pilot preparation. This adjustment in the training timeline may impact the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Ukrainian Air Force in integrating the aircraft.

2025-01-05T14:16:16.341694-08:00

Ukraine Cuts F-16 Training Duration by Three Months, Raising Concerns

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