The first of five Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules aircraft ordered by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has successfully completed its initial test flight in the United States. The new Hercules, set to replace the NZDF’s aging C-130H fleet that has been in service since the 1960s, is expected to arrive in New Zealand later this year.
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Boeing delivers first production MH-139A Grey Wolf to U.S. Air Force
Boeing has delivered the first production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter to the U.S. Air Force. This aircraft, part of a 13-helicopter initial order, will be stationed at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana.
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F-15C MiG Killer donated to New England Air Museum
The 104th Fighter Wing has donated an F-15C Eagle to the New England Air Museum as the unit transitions to the F-35A Lightning II. The aircraft, tail number 85-101, will be displayed at the museum as a static exhibit.
MSgt Adam Dempsey, 104th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation supervisor, expressed his excitement over the successful completion of the exercise.
“When we were notified of the task to tow the aircraft to the museum, we were excited to take part in preserving a piece of Barnes’ history,” said Dempsey. “Utilizing our local CDDAR team and members of the CT ANG, we persevered through the challenges and successfully completed the mission at hand, and we look forward to seeing the aircraft on display at the NEAM for years to come.”
Col. Michael ‘Shot’ Glass, 104th Fighter Wing Operations Group Commander, flew the F-15 to Bradley Air National Guard Base before the aircraft was donated and transported to the museum for display.
(U.S Air National Guard Photos by Jay Hewitt)
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U.S. AFSOC demonstrates Highway landing capability with AC-130J
U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) made history by successfully landing an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship on Highway 63 in Bono, Arkansas. This unprecedented feat, conducted as part of the Emerald Warrior Field Training Exercise II, showcased AFSOC’s commitment to Agile Combat Employment (ACE) and its ability to operate in austere environments.
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Indonesia plans fighter jet deployment to El Tari Airport
The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) is planning to establish a new fighter jet base at El Tari Airport in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. The move aims to bolster Indonesia’s air defense capabilities in the southern region, particularly along its border with Timor Leste and Australia.
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