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Bill Sweetman, a seasoned aviation journalist, has made a notable comeback to the writing scene after a hiatus of several years. Known for his contributions as the Editor-in-Chief of Aviation Week, he had left the prestigious position back in March 2016. However, his passion for aviation and insightful reporting has returned him to the spotlight.
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On Jul. 28, Aircraft 91-0308, a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, etched its name in aviation history by becoming the first F-15 assigned to RAF Lakenheath to accomplish an impressive milestone – 10,000 flight hours.
U.S. Air Force Airman Delanie Brown
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In response to a recent U.S. military report highlighting potential mechanical issues, Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) has taken the proactive step of suspending flights of its MV-22 Osprey fleet. The report called for the replacement of certain parts to mitigate the risk of accidents, prompting the grounding of fourteen tilt-rotor transport aircraft at the GSDF’s Kisarazu camp in Chiba Prefecture since Jul. 22.
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Air Combat Command has recently released the findings of the accident investigation board report concerning the F-35A crash that occurred on October 19, 2022, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The report sheds light on the chain of events that led to the incident, resulting in the loss of a $166.3 million aircraft.
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On Jul. 26, a squadron of U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II fighters arrived in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Area of Operations. This marked a decisive response to the escalating security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment comes in the aftermath of recent alarming events, including the Iranian Navy’s attempted seizure of merchant vessels, prompting the U.S. Department of Defense to take swift action in defending its interests and safeguarding freedom of navigation in the region.
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