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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

Reuters

NORAD Intercepts Russian, Chinese Bombers in Alaskan Airspace

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

AeroTime

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

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

2024-07-24T14:39:49.302225-07:00

Senior NORAD Commander Nominated as National Guard Chief

A top Air Force commander at NORAD has been nominated to lead the National Guard Bureau. This strategic appointment underscores the growing integration of aerospace defense capabilities within national security operations.

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The Aviationist

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

AeroTime

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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

Aviacionline

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F-16 Fleet The Egyptian Air Force is evaluating Chinese J-10C and J-31 fighter jets as potential replacements for its outdated U.S.-origin F-16 aircraft, signaling a potential shift in military procurement strategy.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

Associated Press

Senior NORAD Commander Nominated as National Guard Chief A top Air Force commander at NORAD has been nominated to lead the National Guard Bureau. This strategic appointment underscores the growing integration of aerospace defense capabilities within national security operations.

2024-07-24T14:39:49.302225-07:00

Senior NORAD Commander Nominated as National Guard Chief

AINonline

Royal Danish Air Force F-16AM Showcases at Farnborough The Royal Danish Air Force demonstrated the capabilities of the F-16AM Fighting Falcon at the Farnborough International Airshow, drawing attention from defense experts and aviation enthusiasts.

2024-07-24T09:09:09.009915-07:00

Royal Danish Air Force F-16AM Showcases at Farnborough

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

FlightGlobal

Boeing to Deliver F-15QAs to Qatar After Farnborough Airshow Following display flights at the Farnborough International Airshow, Boeing will hand over four F-15QA fighter jets to the Qatari Air Force for delivery to Doha.

2024-07-23T08:09:31.034673-07:00

Boeing to Deliver F-15QAs to Qatar After Farnborough Airshow

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Lockheed Martin Raises FY24 Forecast on Strong F-35 and Radar Sales Lockheed Martin increases its profit and revenue guidance owing to higher-than-expected demand for its F-35 fighters and radar systems. The guidance boost follows the resumption of F-35 deliveries after tech upgrades.

2024-07-23T04:40:39.185538-07:00

Lockheed Martin Raises FY24 Forecast on Strong F-35 and Radar Sales

Yonhap News Agency

South Korea-US Joint Air Drills Feature F/A-18s, F-35Bs South Korea and the United States have initiated a joint air exercise, showcasing the capabilities of US Navy F/A-18s and US Marine Corps F-35Bs. This combined effort underscores the military partnership and readiness between the two nations.

2024-07-22T18:25:37.043850-07:00

South Korea-US Joint Air Drills Feature F/A-18s, F-35Bs

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