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PLAAF is starting to produce better trained fighter pilots and at a faster rate

Posted on February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 by alert5

A new report from the U.S. Air Force’s China Aerospace Studies Institute says the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has started to implement a new training curriculum for its fighter pilots.

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First major design review of GBSD completed

Posted on February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 by alert5

Northrop Grumman announced on Feb. 16 that it has carried out the first major design review event for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD).

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495th Fighter Squadron will be called the “Valkyries”

Posted on February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 by alert5

The 48th Fighter Wing has decided that the 495th Fighter Squadron will be called the “Valkyries.”

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JASDF, USAF personnel practice hot refuel of F-16 at Northwest Field, Guam

Posted on February 16, 2021 by alert5

U.S. Air Force and Koku-Jieitai participants of exercise Cope North 21 conduct a hot refuel of F-16 Fighting Falcons while participating in an agile combat employment scenario at Northwest Field, Guam during exercise Cope North 21 Feb. 15, 2021. Engagements incorporating ACE concepts in “less than optimal environments” improve interoperability among our forces and help allies and partners increase their capabilities, creating the greatest possible opportunity for long-term advancement of our combined interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Duncan C. Bevan)

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Vietnam buys 12 L-39NG aircraft

Posted on February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 by alert5

Vietnam’s Ministry of Defense has signed a contract with Czech’s OMNIPOL for 12 L-39NG aircraft.

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