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The 8th Fighter Squadron (FS) at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, recently unveiled a striking new addition to their fleet – an F-16 Viper flagship painted in a sleek matte black color scheme, reminiscent of the legendary F-117 Nighthawk. This unique paint job serves as a powerful tribute to the squadron’s history and the groundbreaking capabilities of the retired stealth aircraft.
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Ebbing Air National Guard Base (EANG) in Fort Smith, Arkansas, witnessed a significant moment on Jul. 2nd, with the reactivation of the 85th Fighter Group and the 57th Fighter Squadron. These units, previously stationed in Iceland, are poised to embark on a new mission – training fighter pilots from allied nations on the F-35 stealth fighter jet.
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A recently emerged photo has reignited discussions about Pakistan’s nuclear weapons program and its modernization efforts. The image depicts a JF-17 Thunder Block II aircraft carrying what appears to be a Ra’ad air-launched cruise missile (ALCM), potentially signifying a new chapter for Pakistan’s nuclear delivery capabilities.
Aldo Bidini (GFDL 1.2 or GFDL 1.2), via Wikimedia Commons
The U.S. Army’s venerable CH-47 Chinook helicopter program has seen significant progress recently, with two important developments highlighting the ongoing modernization efforts.
Photo: U.S. Army
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The 22nd Air Refueling Wing (ARW) at McConnell Air Force Base has successfully completed Project Magellan, marking the first-ever non-stop, westbound circumnavigation flight by a KC-46 Pegasus aerial refueling tanker aircraft. The 45-hour mission, which began and ended at McConnell AFB on Jun. 29-Jul. 1, showcased the extended range and aerial refueling capabilities of the KC-46 while demonstrating innovative crew management strategies for long-duration missions.
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