Ukraine's Air Force reports losing an F-16 fighter jet during a combat mission on July 29, citing an emergency on board; the pilot ejected safely and is under medical examination.
Romania's air force shot down two drones violating its airspace near the Ukrainian border, with one identified as a Shahed-type drone, commonly used by Russia against Ukraine.
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a drone that entered the country's airspace near Padina, 90 km northeast of Bucharest. An investigation has been launched into the incident, which marks the third drone incursion into Romania in two months, following previous incidents involving Ukrainian naval drones and a Russian 'Geran-2' kamikaze drone.
The number of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighter jets detected near Taiwan in the first half of this year more than halved compared to last year, marking a three-year low in operational tempo. No large-scale drills were staged, a first since 2022.
Canada has been granted "enhanced insight" into the British-Italian-Japanese Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for a sixth-generation fighter jet, allowing it to assess potential future participation and diversify defense partnerships.
Canada has become the first observer nation in the UK-, Italy-, and Japan-led Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), gaining access to discussions on the sixth-generation fighter jet's development. This move aligns with Canada's strategy to diversify defence partnerships beyond the US, with potential for future full partnership.
Britain, Japan, and Italy have announced Canada will join their Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) as an observer nation to develop a sixth-generation fighter jet by 2035. The move, led by new UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting, aims to strengthen supply chains and boost industrial capacity.
NORAD F-16 jets were scrambled three times over the weekend, intercepting over 10 planes that entered restricted airspace near President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course and the World Cup Final in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Flares were deployed in two instances to alert pilots, and all planes were safely escorted out.
A new image shows China's J-16 fighter jet equipped with 8 PL-15 and 2 P-10 missiles, dubbed 'Beast Mode.' Analysts see this as a display of the PLAAF's focus on maximizing firepower and sustained air-combat capability, transforming the J-16 into a long-range 'missile truck.'
An analysis by Ordnance Science and Technology reveals China's J-16 fighter jet demonstrated enhanced offensive tactical capabilities by carrying multiple long-range missiles, a configuration described as 'beast mode' for maximum ordnance load.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering allowing Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet program, a move discussed with Turkish President Erdogan at the NATO summit. This potential thaw in defense ties faces opposition from Israel, concerned about regional military balance.
An Iranian naval base in Konarak, located in the country's southeast, was attacked on Thursday evening by fighter jets in a two-stage operation, resulting in two explosions. Multiple explosions were also heard in the cities of Konarak, Bushehr, and Choghadak.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's coffin returned to Iran from Iraq on Thursday, escorted by a fighter jet, for burial in his hometown of Mashhad. Khamenei, Iran's second supreme leader, died on Feb 28 during a US-Israeli operation, escalating regional tensions.
Hong Kong's aviation regulator has ordered Cathay Pacific to review an incident where a London-bound flight was intercepted by Nato jets over Romania after losing contact with air traffic control. The airline must submit a report within a week.
A Chinese-registered A350 aircraft traveling from Hong Kong to London briefly lost contact with Romanian air traffic control while in Romanian airspace. A NATO quick reaction alert scrambled Hungarian aircraft to visually warn the plane, after which contact was re-established.
Sweden will provide Ukraine with 16 new Gripen E fighter jets under a contract and donate 16 older Gripen C/D models as military aid, totaling 32 aircraft. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson emphasized continued Western support as crucial for Ukraine's defense.
A Cathay Pacific aircraft traveling from Hong Kong to London briefly lost contact with Romanian air traffic control while in Romanian airspace. Hungarian NATO jets were scrambled to intercept and visually warn the aircraft near the border before contact was re-established.
US President Donald Trump has rejected Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's plea to withhold F-35 fighter jets from Türkiye. Netanyahu cited Erdogan's criticism of Israel and regional destabilization, while Trump praised Erdogan's leadership.
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for not supporting the US military operation in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz. He also stated that the US would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to lift sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of Russian S-400 air defense systems and is considering the sale of F-35 fighter jets. Trump praised Turkey's loyalty, potentially easing a major point of friction in US-Turkey defense ties.
President Trump may allow Turkey to rejoin the F-35 program after its removal in 2019 due to its purchase of Russian S-400 systems. This potential breakthrough comes as Trump heads to a NATO summit in Ankara.
As the US approaches its 250th birthday, the article reflects on the paradoxes of American freedom, particularly the First Amendment. It highlights historical and contemporary challenges to free speech and press, from the Alien and Sedition Acts to modern political pressures on media and social platforms, urging citizens to protect constitutional rights.
UK fighter jets intercepted a Russian Bear-F maritime patrol aircraft that approached the HMS Prince of Wales carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea. The Russian plane flew close and dropped sonobuoys before being escorted away by F-35 jets.
Edgewing, a joint venture of UK, Japan, and Italy, has secured a £4.6 billion contract from the GCAP Agency to develop a sixth-generation fighter aircraft. Expected by 2035, the jet will feature advanced stealth, AI, and operate with autonomous drones.
