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Kadena Air Base in Japan continued its ongoing F-15C Eagle divestment plan with the departure of four aircraft on Aug. 24. This event marks another milestone in the transition to F-15EX Eagle IIs. The final flight date for the remaining F-15Cs at Kadena remains undetermined, though the process is well underway.
U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus
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The 68th Electronic Warfare Squadron (EWS) recently collaborated with Danish and Norwegian counterparts to upgrade F-16s destined for Ukraine. The squadron’s expertise was critical in reprogramming the aircraft’s electronic warfare (EW) subsystems to counter evolving Russian threats in the electromagnetic spectrum.
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The B-2 Spirit bomber returned to Edwards Air Force Base on Jul. 17, marking 35 years since its inaugural flight there. The aircraft, known as the Spirit of Pennsylvania, arrived to undergo critical testing and technological enhancements.
Photo: Christian Turner
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A sonic boom generated by Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-15SG fighter jets during a training exercise off the coast of Western Australia caused widespread alarm across Perth’s southern suburbs on Aug. 21.
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The Finnish Air Force is set to engage in two significant training exercises at the end of this month, showcasing the capabilities of its fighter jets and transport aircraft.
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