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F-15C MiG Killer donated to New England Air Museum

Posted on August 5, 2024 by alert5

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.

The 104th Fighter Wing CDDAR team worked with members of the New England Air Museum to help transport the donated F-15C aircraft 85-101 from Bradley Air National Guard Base to the NEAM, August 1, 2024, East Granby, Connecticut.
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)

U.S. AFSOC demonstrates Highway landing capability with AC-130J

Posted on August 5, 2024August 5, 2024 by alert5

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.

A 189th Airlift Wing C-130H cargo plane lands on Arkansas Highway 63 as part of a humanitarian training mission in conjunction with the multinational exercise Operation Emerald Warrior at Bono, Arkansas, Aug. 4, 2024. Eight pilots participated in a training exercise to hone their skills for landing on a non-traditional runway, a first for the Arkansas National Guard. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by SrA Emily Crawford)

Indonesia plans fighter jet deployment to El Tari Airport

Posted on August 5, 2024 by alert5

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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116th Air Refueling Squadron celebrates Centennial

Posted on August 4, 2024 by alert5

The 116th Air Refueling Squadron, part of the 141st Air Refueling Wing, is marking its 100th anniversary with a special ceremony at Fairchild Air Force Base on Aug. 4th. The squadron, originally formed as the 116th Aero Squadron in 1917, has a rich history dating back to the early days of military aviation.

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Slovakia to acquire 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters

Posted on August 2, 2024August 2, 2024 by alert5

Slovakia is set to acquire 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters from the United States as part of a defense deal linked to the country’s support for Ukraine. The agreement, valued at approximately $600 million, includes the helicopters, associated equipment, training, and AGM-114 Hellfire II missiles

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Charles Smith, pilot, Marine Corps Aviation Detachment Patuxent River and Capt. Gregory Moore, operational test director, Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 (VMX-1), pilot an AH-1Z Viper during a joint air-to-ground missile (JAGM) operational test at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Dec. 6, 2021. VMX-1 fired and evaluated the JAGM to determine its suitability and effectiveness to support expeditionary advanced base operations, such as conducting strike and Close Air Support Missions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Gabrielle Sanders)

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