Aviation News
In a swift response to a distress call from a merchant vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz, United States and United Kingdom naval forces joined efforts to ensure the safety of the targeted ship. The incident, which took place on Jun. 4, involved Iranian fast-attack boats harassing the internationally flagged commercial vessel.
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In a significant move towards bolstering trilateral cooperation in the face of mounting military threats from North Korea. South Korea, the United States, and Japan have agreed to establish a system for sharing real-time missile warning data. The announcement, made on Jun. 3, marks a crucial step in enhancing regional security and deterring potential aggression.
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Remember the Chinese video we posted 2 years ago, which allegedly show PLAAF J-10 pilots engaging in dogfights while using callsigns Jaeger and air combat lingo using English? It turns out that perhaps they were flying with German instructors during that time when the videos were recorded. German media outlets ZDF and Spiegel disclosed this week that a number of fighter pilots from Germany who have retired from active service are now plying their trade in China.
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In a move aimed at bolstering flight safety and mission effectiveness, the U.S. Air Force has signed a contract with Thales, a renowned defense technology company, to acquire six man-portable Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) systems. This collaboration marks a significant stride in equipping Air Force pilots with cutting-edge tools for ensuring successful mission outcomes.
U.S. Air Force photo by Kendahl Johnson
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The U.S. Marine Corps’ first East Coast operational F-35B Lightning II squadron, VMFA-542, has received its first two F-35Bs at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina on May 31.