Leonardo’s new M-345 jet trainer has been certified by the DAAA (Directorate for Air Armaments and Airworthiness) of the Italian Ministry of Defence.
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F-16V would require tungsten ballast to adjust CG
H/T Steve. The Pentagon has put up a solicitation for tungsten ballast to be installed on upgraded F-16s. The installation of newer AESA radar and avionics have resulted in weight savings.
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GoPro cockit video of 148th FW’s flyover of Minnesota
B-2 to fly over parts of Missouri to salute COVID19 essential workers
A B-2 assigned to the 131st Bomb Wing will be flying over parts of Missouri this evening to honor COVID19 essential workers.
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Croatia’s Defense Minister resigns after Air Force Zlin 242L crashed and killed two
A Croatian Air Force Zlin 242L, #403, crashed after taking off from Zadar Air Force Base on May 8. Both instructor and student were killed.