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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C919 to make international airshow debut in Singapore next month
Get ready for a historic moment at the upcoming Singapore Airshow 2024, as the skies over South East Asia will witness the international airshow debut of the Commercial Aircraft Corp of China (COMAC) C919, China’s first modern passenger jet. Sources confirm that the airliner will fly out of China to Singapore next month for the airshow, which runs from Feb. 20 to 25.
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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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NATO nations join forces to acquire Patriot missiles
In a major step towards bolstering air defenses across Europe, the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has secured a contract for up to 1,000 upgraded Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missiles (GEM-T) for a coalition of nations including Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, and Spain. This landmark deal, with the potential to expand further, marks a significant milestone in European security and collaboration.
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