Observers tracking satellites in space believe the latest satellite that was carried into orbit on a Delta IV Heavy last week was meant to replace an aging Keyhole spy satellite.
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Faulty rudder lead to Frakenhornet’s crash
A rare Finnish F-18D, that was rebuild using parts from a F-18C, was lost after its rudder failed due to a servo malfunction.
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Indonesia still waiting for answers on used F-16s
Indonesia’s air force chief told reporters that a request for 24 ex-American F-16s is still pending a decision from the United States.
KAI rolls out TA-50 light attack jet
Korea Aerospace Industries on Monday roll out its first TA-50 light attack jet. South Korea will use the jet to train pilots on air-to-air and air-to-surface missions before their full operational deployment.
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Gorgon Stare “not operationally effective”, “not operationally suitable”
A draft test report on the Gorgon Stare Wide Area Airborne Surveillance System by the 53rd Wing said the system is “not operationally effective” and “not operationally suitable.”
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