A Nigerian Air Force F7-Ni fighter jet crashed in Kaduna May 2. The pilot safely ejected. This is the third crash involving the type.
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China says its now capable of developing latest military flight simulators
China’s Flight Simulation Technology Research Institute of the Air Force says its now capable of developing flight simulators for the PLAAF’s latest fighters.
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Israel listening into Turkish military flight communications
A Turkish news report said on Wednesday that Israel has been eavesdropping on radio communications of Turkish fighter training missions.
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Last USAF active-duty C-130E retires
The last U.S. Air Force active-duty C-130E retired at Edwards Air Force Base May 1 where it will eventually be displayed at the Air Force Flight Test Center Museum.
U.S. Air Force photo by Ethan Wagner
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BAE Systems say 2012 profits depends on Saudi deal
BAE Systems said its chances of delivering profit growth in 2012 hinged on talks with Saudi Arabia for 48 Eurofighters.
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