Fighter jets
Israel set for first-ever F-35 external fuel tank upgrade in force buildup push
New capability would reduce reliance on aerial refueling and improve operational flexibility in long-range missions. But it remains unclear if it would affect aircraft's stealth capabilities
Israeli Air Force says it dropped 135,000 bombs in recent wars, warns of Syrian military rebuild
Korean fighter jet pilot fined five years after damaging plane while filming during flight
IAF pilot reveals he considered recording keepsakes for his family during Operation Roaring Lion
Trump’s push to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia is dangerous and Congress must stop it - opinion
The question is not whether the Saudis are friendly today, but whether the United States can trust any autocratic regime with advanced weapon systems.
Trump unlikely to approve F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, but could still change mind - report
The potential sale of the fighter jets to Saudi Arabia had raised concerns about Israel's ability to maintain its qualitative military edge in the region.
Saudi Arabia may join Abraham Accords 'very shortly,' Trump tells reporters
The US President also discussed a possible deal to supply Saudi Arabia with dozens of F-35 fighter jets ahead of an upcoming White House meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
US approves potential $330 million military sale to Taiwan, first under Trump
The US greenlighted a $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, marking a significant step in its support for Taiwan amid China’s objections.
Palestinian NGO cannot appeal UK court ruling over F-35 parts to Israel
The UK Court of Appeal ruled that the export of F-35 components was a matter of national security for which the government, not an NGO, was responsible.
Herzl Budinger, architect of Israel’s air power in Lebanon, passes away at 82
IAF Commander Herzl Budinger (1992-96) passed away. A Yom Kippur War ace and "pilot's commander," he spearheaded long-range upgrades and admitted the first female pilot.
Turkey's Erdogan seeks to purchase 40 fighter jets from Qatar - report
The deal, facilitated by the UK, is estimated to be worth several billion dollars.
Turkey pressing for Western fighter jets to claw back regional edge - analysis
Erdogan is expected to discuss a proposal to purchase second-hand jets from Qatar in an attempt to refresh their aging fleet.
IAF eyes major overhaul of F-16s, used to strike Iran, to meet future combat needs
The decades-old F-16 "Barak" aircraft managed to strike in Iran without refueling, and added significant capacity to the Israel Air Force’s strike capability.
Germany, France, Spain to discuss fighter jet program in October, says Berlin
"National interests will need to be put aside by one or the other or all of us. It is clear we are damned to succeed; we need this project," Germany's defense minister said.
