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Lakenheath Eagles get new electronic warfare edge with EPAWSS arrival

Posted on January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 by alert5

The first F-15E Strike Eagles equipped with the advanced Eagle Passive/Active Warning and Survivability System (EPAWSS) have touched down at RAF Lakenheath, marking a significant leap in electronic warfare capabilities for the U.S. Air Force in Europe. The arrival of these upgraded aircraft on Jan. 16, signals a major step in the Air Force’s modernization efforts to ensure the F-15 fleet remains effective against evolving threats.

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft arrives at RAF Lakenheath, England Jan. 15, 2025. The F-15E Strike Eagles aircraft are equipped with the Eagle Passive/Active Warning and Survivability System marking the delivery of the first F-15E’s integrated with one of the world’s most advanced electronic warfare suites in the European theater.

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Seleena Muhammad-Ali
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South Korea unveils indigenous Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile for KF-21

Posted on January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 by alert5

South Korea has pulled back the curtain on its latest military tech development: the ‘short-range air-to-air guided missile-II’, a locally produced missile. Introduced at a recent DAPA event, this missile is destined for the KF-21 fighter, replacing imported counterparts and represents a bold step towards self-sufficiency and technological advancement in the nation’s defence sector.

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Philippines to bolster Air Force with 12 more FA-50 fighters

Posted on January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 by alert5

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is poised to significantly enhance its combat capabilities with the planned acquisition of 12 additional FA-50 light combat aircraft from South Korea, the Philippine Daily Inquirer reports. This procurement, detailed in the country’s Department of National Defense’s Procurement Monitoring Report, is valued at approximately P40 billion. The deal, a government-to-government agreement between Manila and Seoul, is currently in the final stages of negotiation, with both sides ironing out the terms of reference.

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USS John F. Kennedy’s final voyage

Posted on January 20, 2025 by alert5

A chapter in naval history is closing as the former U.S. Navy supercarrier, the decommissioned USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), embarks on its last voyage, heading south from Philadelphia to Brownsville, Texas, where it will be dismantled. This marks the end of an era for the last conventionally powered American aircraft carrier, a vessel that served the fleet for nearly four decades. As this iconic ship sails toward its final destination, the service prepares to welcome its technologically advanced namesake, the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79), a Ford-class carrier poised to redefine naval aviation.

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Rheinmetall’s Skynex secures landmark deal in Italy

Posted on January 17, 2025January 16, 2025 by alert5

The Italian Army has committed to acquiring the Rheinmetall Skynex system. The initial contract, a €73 million deal, is for a single system, but it includes an option for three more, potentially ballooning the total to nearly €280 million. This order makes Italy the first NATO member to adopt Rheinmetall’s Skynex technology, notably including the 35mm Revolver Gun Mk3

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