Japanese F-15s were scrambled last week after four Russia Tu-22 bombers approach Japanese airspace and they were found to be carrying anti-ship missiles.
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Czech C-295M’s self-defense system still failing tests
The self-defense system installed on Czech CASA C-295M transports has yet to pass tests after years spent by the manufacturer to rectify defects.
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ACC commander qualifies in the F-22
Gen. Mike Hostage, head of Air Combat Command, completed his F-22 qualification training with the 325th Fighter Wing at Tyndall Air Force Base, Jun. 27.
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Photo: JASDF KC-767J arrival at RIAT
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Turkey locates F-4 pilots’ bodies
Turkey has found the bodies of two pilots of the F-4 jet that was shot down by Syria. It was found by Titanic finder Bob Ballard using his research vessel Nautilus.
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