Aviation News
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has reached a significant milestone in enhancing its Typhoon fleet’s capabilities with the successful first flight test of the European Common Radar System Mark 2 (ECRS Mk2). This cutting-edge radar, developed by Leonardo UK, was tested on a Typhoon test and evaluation aircraft at BAE Systems in Lancashire, marking a crucial step in the programme’s development.
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The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) are set to conduct a joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, demonstrating increased bilateral cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
The U.S. Air Force has contracted Tactical Air Support Inc. to provide adversary-air support at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, enhancing fighter training capabilities for the 388th Fighter Wing. This move aims to optimize F-35 pilot training.
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The U.S. Congress has denied the U.S. Air Force’s request for a second C-40 VIP transport aircraft, according to a report by Breaking Defense. The proposed aircraft was intended to supplement executive airlift missions for high-ranking officials, including the vice president, first spouse, defense secretary, Joint Chiefs chairman, and secretary of state.
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In a display of tactical ingenuity and operational readiness, the Montana Air National Guard (MT ANG) conducted a groundbreaking training exercise on Sept. 25. The exercise involved landing a C-130 Hercules aircraft on a stretch of US Highway 87 between Great Falls and Belt, marking the first time the MT ANG has performed such a maneuver with this aircraft type.
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