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Italian Air Force Plans to Expand F-35 Fleet with 20 Additional Jets

The Italian Air Force has emphasized its need for additional F-35A and F-35B jets, aiming to acquire 20 new aircraft to bolster its capabilities. This expansion reflects ongoing strategic demands and operational requirements.

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2024-07-26T05:54:00.537421-07:00

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NORAD Intercepts Russian, Chinese Bombers in Alaskan Airspace

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2024-07-24T17:49:00.468125-07:00

Breaking Defense

Lockheed Confirms Annual F-35 Supply Contract After Government Drops PBL

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Greece Finalizes $3.47B Deal for 20 F-35A Aircraft

Greece has signed a $3.47 billion deal for 20 F-35A fighters with an option for 20 additional jets post-2030, enhancing its defense capabilities and joining the F-35 Lightning II global alliance.

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Italian Air Force Plans to Expand F-35 Fleet with 20 Additional Jets The Italian Air Force has emphasized its need for additional F-35A and F-35B jets, aiming to acquire 20 new aircraft to bolster its capabilities. This expansion reflects ongoing strategic demands and operational requirements.

2024-07-26T05:54:00.537421-07:00

Italian Air Force Plans to Expand F-35 Fleet with 20 Additional Jets

Breaking Defense

Lockheed Confirms Annual F-35 Supply Contract After Government Drops PBL Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' president, Greg Ulmer, announced that the government has decided against pursuing a performance-based logistics contract for the F-35. Instead, the company will annually procure options for the air vehicle’s supply contract to sustain operations.

2024-07-26T02:28:45.091151-07:00

Lockheed Confirms Annual F-35 Supply Contract After Government Drops PBL

Defense One

US Navy's F/A-XX Program Selection Still On Track, Northrop CEO Affirms Despite proposed funding cuts, Northrop Grumman confirms that the US Navy's plan to select a winner for the F/A-XX program remains unchanged for next year.

2024-07-25T09:18:45.237440-07:00

US Navy's F/A-XX Program Selection Still On Track, Northrop CEO Affirms

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Greece Finalizes $3.47B Deal for 20 F-35A Aircraft Greece has signed a $3.47 billion deal for 20 F-35A fighters with an option for 20 additional jets post-2030, enhancing its defense capabilities and joining the F-35 Lightning II global alliance.

2024-07-25T05:46:23.589935-07:00

Greece Finalizes $3.47B Deal for 20 F-35A Aircraft

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Egypt Eyes Chinese J-10C, J-31 to Replace Aging F-16 Fleet The Egyptian Air Force is evaluating Chinese J-10C and J-31 fighter jets as potential replacements for its outdated U.S.-origin F-16 aircraft, signaling a potential shift in military procurement strategy.

2024-07-24T17:49:00.706589-07:00

Egypt Eyes Chinese J-10C, J-31 to Replace Aging F-16 Fleet

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NORAD Intercepts Russian, Chinese Bombers in Alaskan Airspace On July 24, 2024, NORAD detected, tracked, and intercepted two Russian TU-95 and two PRC H-6 bombers operating within the Alaska ADIZ. The aircraft remained in international airspace during the encounter.

2024-07-24T17:49:00.468125-07:00

NORAD Intercepts Russian, Chinese Bombers in Alaskan Airspace

Aviation Week

Australia Awaits Final F-35A Deliveries Amid Lockheed Martin's Suspension End Lockheed Martin has resumed deliveries of the F-35 Lightning II JSF after a suspension, with Australia anticipating its final batch to complete a significant milestone.

2024-07-24T06:40:21.636943-07:00

Australia Awaits Final F-35A Deliveries Amid Lockheed Martin's Suspension End

Breaking Defense

Pentagon Initiates F-35 Cooling System Replacement Competition Honeywell Aerospace and Collins Aerospace will face off as the Pentagon seeks a new supplier for the F-35's cooling system.

2024-07-24T05:18:49.878328-07:00

Pentagon Initiates F-35 Cooling System Replacement Competition

Breaking Defense

Pratt & Whitney to Integrate 3D Printed Parts into F-35 Engines By incorporating additive manufacturing, Pratt & Whitney aims to reduce costs and accelerate production times across existing engine designs, enhancing their appeal for mass-produced drone programs.

2024-07-24T04:49:07.096554-07:00

Pratt & Whitney to Integrate 3D Printed Parts into F-35 Engines

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Italian Air Force Debuts at Exercise Pitch Black with F-35Bs and Typhoons The Italian Air Force showcased their F-35B Lightnings, F-2000 Typhoons, KC-767 refuellers, and E550 CAEW during Exercise Pitch Black at RAAF Base Darwin, highlighting their diverse operational capabilities.

2024-07-23T23:20:02.197745-07:00

Italian Air Force Debuts at Exercise Pitch Black with F-35Bs and Typhoons

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