A Vietnamese Air Force Su-22 fighter jet crashed in central Quang Nam Province on Tuesday morning, Jan. 9, during a routine training exercise. While the pilot, Captain Do Tien Duc, ejected safely and is unharmed, the incident caused property damage and minor injuries to one local resident.
Category: Air Force
Germany drops objection to selling Eurofighter to Saudi Arabia
In a dramatic reversal of policy, Germany has lifted its objection to the sale of Eurofighter jets to Saudi Arabia, sending shockwaves through the world of arms exports and reigniting debates about balancing security concerns with human rights. The decision, announced by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, marks a significant shift after years of Berlin blocking the deal due to Saudi Arabia’s role in the Yemen war and the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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Final flight for a Flying Tiger: Captain Ho Weng Toh passes away at 103
Singapore’s skies mourned the loss of Captain Ho Weng Toh, a WWII veteran and one of the last remaining Flying Tigers, who soared to 103 before peacefully departing this morning. His passing, announced by his nephew, John Ho, leaves a bittersweet void in the annals of both military and aviation history.
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B-1B crashes
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber crashed just before 6 p.m. Jan. 4 while attempting to land at Ellsworth Air Force Base. Thankfully, all four crew members onboard ejected safely and are currently being evaluated for any injuries.
Indonesia puts purchase of Miage 2000-5 fighters on hold due to tight budget
Indonesia’s ambitious plan to bolster its airpower with 12 Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from Qatar has hit a temporary snag, as the government grapples with fiscal constraints. The postponement, announced by a defense ministry spokesperson, comes despite a 20% increase in defense spending and raises questions about the country’s priorities in its military modernization efforts.
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