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F-15E touch down on taxiway

Posted on February 23, 2024 by alert5

In a bold demonstration of adaptability, an F-15E Strike Eagle from the 366th Operations Group of the United States Air Force successfully landed on a taxiway instead of the designated runway at Mountain Home Air Force Base on Feb. 21st. This unorthodox maneuver marked the culmination of Phase One of Operation Garrison Forward, a two-part exercise designed to test the 366th Fighter Wing’s ability to operate under austere conditions.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 366th Operations Group (OG) land an F-15E Strike Eagle on the taxiway at Mountain Home Air Force Base (AFB), Idaho, February 13, 2024. Gunfighter pilots and weapons system officers prepared for the landing in digital simulated flights and practice approaches before the real-world landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Byrd)

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Saab eyes expanded Philippine fighter deal, touts Gripen’s suitability

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by alert5

The Philippines is considering significantly expanding its fighter jet program, potentially acquiring more than the previous requirement for 12 aircraft, according to an interview with a Saab official. This development could open the door for a wider range of contenders, including Saab, as a new tender process is expected to be launched.

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Boeing touts F-15EX capabilities at Singapore Airshow

Posted on February 21, 2024 by alert5

Rob Novotny, Director of F-15 Business Development for Boeing, took center stage at the Singapore Airshow, showcasing the F-15EX, a cutting-edge variant of the iconic fighter jet. The presentation highlighted its advanced capabilities and global market ambitions, aiming to attract buyers beyond the initial U.S. Air Force orders.

An F-15EX Eagle II from the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, 53rd Wing, takes flight for the first time out of Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., April 26, 2021, prior to departure for Northern Edge 2021. The F-15EX brings next-generation combat technology to a highly successful fighter airframe that is capable of projecting power across multiple domains for the Joint Force. (U.S Air Force photo by 1st Lt Savanah Bray)

Philippines eyes Swedish Gripen as top contender for Multi-role Fighter Acquisition

Posted on February 19, 2024February 22, 2024 by alert5

The Philippine Department of National Defense (DND) announced today that it is finalizing an Implementing Arrangement (IA) with Sweden to facilitate the procurement of defense equipment. This announcement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two nations in June 2023, marking a significant step towards strengthening their defense cooperation.

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Merlin bringing uncrewed flight capabilities to USAF’s KC-135

Posted on February 14, 2024 by alert5

Merlin, a leading developer of autonomous flight technologies, has inked a deal with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to explore the integration of uncrewed flight capabilities into the KC-135 Stratotanker. This marks a significant step forward in the development of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) for military applications, particularly in the critical domain of aerial refueling.

A Michigan Air National Guard KC-135T from the 171st Air Refueling Squadron at Selfridge ANG Base in flight on a refueling mission over central United States. The KC-135 is used for refueling other aircraft in mid-air across the globe. It has a secondary mission as a transport aircraft, moving personnel and equipment. To learn more about Selfridge and to walk inside the KC-135 Stratotanker yourself, visit the Selfridge International Open House and Air Show June 6 & 7. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Munnaf Joarder)

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