A Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed near Nashik, Maharashtra on the afternoon of Jun. 4th. Fortunately, both pilots ejected safely and sustained only minor injuries.
Category: Air Force
Ukraine to receive Saab 340 AEW&C aircraft from Sweden
Sweden has unveiled its most substantial military support package for Ukraine to date, a SEK 13.3 billion ($1.3 billion USD) contribution aimed at bolstering the nation’s air defense capabilities and fulfilling other critical needs.
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William J. Crawford’s Medal of Honor ceremony at USAF Academy May 30, 1984
William John “Bill” Crawford received the Medal of Honor award from President Ronald Reagan at the U.S. Air Force Academy on May 30, 1984 after it was first presented to his father 40 years ago.
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F-15Ks escort UAE President’s airliner
Four Republic of Korea Air Force (RoKAF) F-15Ks escorted the plane of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan as he arrived in Seoul on May 28 for a two-day state visit at the invitation from South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol.
RCAF Hawks get new lease on life as maintenance trainers
The Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) fleet of CT-155 Hawk jets is being repurposed for a new training role. After nearly 24 years serving as advanced jet trainers for pilots, the Hawks are being retired from flying duties due to their limitations in preparing pilots for modern fighter jets like the CF-35A.
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