Northrop Grumman’s DMON enable CAF to execute a large-force, virtual training event

The air combat of tomorrow may be fought in a virtual world, at least when it comes to training. In a recent exercise dubbed “DMON Argonne 23,” the U.S. Air Force successfully conducted a large-scale virtual training event, putting pilots of its most advanced fighter jets through their paces in a complex, multi-domain scenario.


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Pressure mounts on Australia to send MRH-90 helicopters to Ukraine

Ukrainian officials and community members are intensifying their pressure on the Australian government to reconsider its decision to scrap its retired Taipan helicopters instead of sending them to war-torn Ukraine. The controversy centers on the fate of 45 MRH-90s, grounded after a fatal crash in July 2023 and slated for dismantling and burial.

Australian Army (A40-003) NHI MRH-(cropped)
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Britain and U.S. carried out air strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen

In a joint operation, the United States, United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Jan. 11, marking a significant escalation in response to the group’s ongoing attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea.

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Yemen conflict spills into Red Sea as U.S. Navy engages Houthi forces in ship showdown

The fragile maritime security in the Red Sea shattered once again as US Navy helicopters sank three Houthi boats in a tense encounter after they attempted to board a Singapore-flagged container ship. The incident marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the Houthis and US-backed coalition, raising concerns about potential wider repercussions.

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7, lands on the flight deck onboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Dec. 14, 2023. The IKECSG is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime stability and security in the Middle East region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Nicholas Rodriguez)

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