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Boeing has clinched a significant contract worth $474.5 million from the Pentagon, marking a major development in the defense industry. This contract, awarded to Boeing’s St. Louis, Missouri facility, is set to bolster the capabilities of Japan’s F-15 Japan Super Interceptor program.
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The U.S. Air Force’s 706th Aggressor Squadron, which had its mission changed in May, has just taken delivery of its first 3 of 18 F-16 fighters.
Lockheed Martin, one of the world’s leading aerospace and defense companies, has proudly unveiled the first F-16C Block 70 fighter aircraft for the Slovak Republic. The official rollout ceremony took place at the Lockheed Martin facility located in Greenville, South Carolina. This significant event was honored by the presence of Martin Sklenár, the Minister of Defence for the Slovak Republic.
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Qatari and U.S. military units joined forces in a historic airborne insertion exercise on Aug. 17, 2023, in Doha, Qatar.
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The F-15EX Integrated Test & Evaluation (IT&E) Phase I has reached a milestone with the successful deployment of three Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSMs). During this phase, the F-15EX participated in 19 Large Force Exercise events, showcasing its capabilities and integration with 5th generation aircraft. This accomplishment demonstrates the aircraft’s prowess in both Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground missions, underlining its importance in modern combat scenarios.
