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 administration considers buying stakes in defense giants after Intel deal
Following the acquisition of a 10% stake in Intel, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hinted at an even bolder move: direct state ownership in companies like Lockheed, RTX, Boeing, and others.
Electronic warfare is redefining modern combat across air, land, and sea
Once viewed as a supporting tool for pilots to defend against missiles and radar locks, EW now shapes entire campaigns, determining the success or failure of complex operations.
Spain shelves plans to buy F-35 fighter jets, El Pais reports
The government had earmarked 6.25 billion euros ($7.24 billion) in its 2023 budget to buy new fighter jets, El Pais said.
F-35 fighter jet crashes in California, pilot ejects safely
No further details on the crash were provided. The cause of the crash is under investigation, the statement from NAS Lemoore said.
A major milestone: First female drone squadron commander appointed in IAF
A female Lt.-Col. officially took her role in the Israeli Air Force as the first female commander of a UAV squadron.
Israel's defense industry eyes new partners for next-gen fighter jet by 2028
As European nations increasingly purchase US-made systems, Israeli companies may struggle to secure major contracts.
Turkey nears Eurofighter jet purchase after UK, German agreements
Turkey has been in talks to purchase 40 of the jets, which are built by a consortium of Germany, Britain, Italy and Spain, represented by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo.
Billion-dollar-deal: Turkey renews bid for acquisition of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet - report
The UK is leading the export campaign for the Typhoon fighter jet, according to a spokesperson for the UK Defense Ministry.
At least 27 killed, scores injured as Bangladesh air force jet crashes into college campus
The pilot was among those killed in the incident, the military said, adding that a committee had been formed to investigate its cause.
New UK stealth fighter's size improves ability to strike Russia if war breaks out - report
The Tempest will be approximately 19 meters in length. By comparison, the Eurofighter Typhoon, which the Tempest will replace, is 15.96 meters long, and the US's F-35B is 15.6 meters long.
