The South Korean Navy has officially received all six P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) ordered from Boeing.
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US offers F-16 loan to Thailand, high interest raises concerns
The Biden administration has proposed a loan to the Royal Thai Air Force (RTA) to facilitate the purchase of a complete fleet of F-16 Block 70 fighter jets. This offer aims to modernize the RTA’s aging fleet and potentially streamline the acquisition process by allowing for a larger upfront purchase instead of buying four to five planes at a time.
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U.S. Air Force in Japan get major fighter upgrades
The U.S. Air Force presence at Kadena Air Base, Japan will undergo a transformation. The current fleet of F-15C/D aircraft being rotated out will be permanently replaced with a smaller contingent of the latest Boeing F-15EX variant.
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The Red Muffler: More than just a fashion statement for South Korean Air Force pilots
This YouTube video dives into the fascinating story behind the red muffler, a symbol synonymous with South Korean Air Force pilots. While the image might conjure pilots soaring through the skies with a red scarf flowing behind them, the reality is a bit more nuanced.
42nd anniversary of the F-16XL’s first flight
Today marks the 42nd anniversary of the first flight of the F-16XL, a unique prototype fighter jet that never quite reached its full potential. Developed by General Dynamics as a variant of the iconic F-16 Fighting Falcon, the F-16XL boasted a distinctive “cranked-arrow” delta wing design promising increased range and improved ground attack capabilities.
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