Its been a long time since we heard about the NASA X-48 project. Now Aviation Week has the latest news on how Dryden Flight Research Center will transform the X-48B into the X-48C for its next phase of research.
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122nd Fighter Wing commander pilots last F-16 flight
Col. Jeffrey Soldner, commander of the 122nd Fighter Wing, took the wing’s last F-16 for its final flight Saturday afternoon.
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Israel testing new missile defense system for its patrol boats
The Israeli Navy is testing a missile defense system for its small vessels to protect against anti-ship weapons used by Hamas and Hezbollah.
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Russia may use engines from Ukraine to power its UAVs
Russia may turn to Ukraine’s Motor Sich as an engine source for its UAVs. Russia’s Vega CEO said there is a shortfall in engines and both sides are discussing a deal.
RAF No. 70 Squadron stood down
The RAF No. 70 squadron stood down on Sept. 8 after operating the C-130K for 35 years.