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First prototype of the upgraded Su-30SM

Posted on September 24, 2021 by alert5

A Su-30SM with serial no. 1 has been spotted at Omsk. The aircraft is believed to be the first of its type to be upgraded with new radar and engines.

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#FighterFriday

Posted on September 24, 2021September 16, 2021 by alert5

A pilot from the 55th Fighter Squadron conducts their startup processes during an Indiana sunset at Hulman Field Air National Guard Base, Ind, on Aug, 19, 2021. The 55th Fighter Squadron participated in Jaded Thunder, a military exercise consisting of close air support training, live-fire events and aircraft familiarization and integration. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Joseph L. Pearison)

F-5N+ arrives at NAS Patuxent River for testing

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by alert5

The first upgrade ex-Swiss Air Force F-5N+ fighter has arrived at NAS Patuxent River for ground and flight testing.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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Raytheon has a new lightweight AESA for trainers, helicopters and UAVs

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by alert5

Raytheon Intelligence & Space has introduced a lightweight, affordable AESA radar in its lightest form factor ever.

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HAF Rafales taking off from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport

Posted on September 22, 2021 by alert5