France is expected to issue a RFP this year to replace its aging Dassault/Dornier Alpha Jet trainer. The L-39, M-345, PC-21 and T-6 are likely to join the contest.
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Drunk Marine triggered foam suppression system at Kadena Air Base
A U.S. Marine, who was drunk, triggered the fire suppression system at a hangar in Kadena Air Base, Japan last month. A spokesperson from the 18th Air Wing confirmed the incident on May 23 but declined to provide details such as the amount of damage done.
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Saudi Arabia orders 4 C295Ws
Saudi Arabia is the latest country to operate the C295W medium transport by placing an order for four aircraft during the Paris Airshow.
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USAF could deploy F-22s to Europe
U.S. Air Force Secretary Deborah James doe not rule out deploying the F-22 as part of a theater security package to Europe in response to Russia’s aggression in the region.
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Indian Air Force Jaguar IB crashed
A two-seat Jaguar IB fighter trainer of the Indian Air Force crashed southeast of Allahabad on Jun. 16. Both pilots on board ejected safely.
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