Witness the gravity-defying skills of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s 1st Airborne Brigade in JNN’s exclusive behind-the-scenes training footage!
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Category: Air Force
Mass production for KF-21 to begin soon
South Korea is charging ahead with its ambitious KF-21 fighter jet program, aiming to begin large-scale production this year. This marks a significant step in the country’s quest for self-sufficiency in advanced military technology and could potentially position it as a major player in the global aerospace market.
VPAF Su-22 crashes
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.
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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