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CIA Director John Ratcliffe travels to Russia aboard US military C-17 transport plane - report
A source familiar with the details of Ratcliffe's trip told The Jerusalem Post that Trump officials asked Ukraine several days ago to pause any strikes against Moscow from Monday through Wednesday.
US Navy reveals ultra-long-range air-to-air AIM-424 Malice missile with over 460 km. range
US State Dept. approves $4.5 billion tanker deal with Qatar, despite Israeli embargo
Passenger burned after laptop computer catches fire aboard American Airlines flight to Dallas
FAA to investigate after Trump Marine One safety incident in Washington
"The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving Marine One but it didn’t appear to be a dangerous close call and the aircraft weren’t apparently converging," the FAA said.
Israeli technology works to prevent aircraft collisions after deadly firefighting crash in Athens
The technology shares flight paths among helicopters, planes, and drones, providing real-time warnings and instructions without relying on centralized air traffic control.
US Air Force signs $1.84 billion contract with Northrop Grumman for Rafael Litening targeting pods
The framework contract will remain in effect until 2035, with the Air Force placing individual orders under its terms.
Thirteen dead after tourism aircraft crashes near Nazca Lines in Peru
Flights over the Nazca Lines departing from the nearby Maria Reiche Airport had been suspended on Friday due to winds exceeding 40 kph (25 mph), which kicked up dust and reduced visibility.
CENTCOM outlines military assets in use for Strait of Hormuz blockade against Iran
On July 29, CENTCOM said, “CENTCOM forces continue to strictly enforce the US blockade against Iran. As of July 29 CENTCOM has redirected 20 commercial vessels, disabled 2, and boarded 2.”
Boeing absorbs another $280m. hit on delayed Air Force One program
The replacement for the US president's Air Force One is now expected to cost nearly $7 billion, with Boeing absorbing more than $3 billion in losses under its fixed-price contract.
Airbus jet flies record-breaking 24-hour flight in preparation for Qantas Project Sunrise
Qantas has ordered 12 modified A350-1000ULR aircraft, designed to connect Australia's east coast with London and New York in about 20 hours.
Congressional ‘BRRRRT Act’ seeks to keep the A-10 flying, but veteran pilot warns of capability gap
The legislation comes amid a long-running debate over the future of the A-10 and whether newer aircraft can adequately replace its close air support and combat search-and-rescue capabilities.
Trump's Air Force One swap in Turkey caused by Iran-backed terrorist proxy threat - report
Trump initially said his decision to switch to an older Air Force One aircraft for his flight from Turkey to the UK was done "for old time's sake."
IDF considering purchase of anti-submarine aircraft amid growing Turkish threat
The Turkish navy operates more than 10 active diesel-electric submarines, with a new series equipped with air-independent propulsion systems under construction.
