Aviation News
Saab of Sweden secured a four-aircraft deal with Hungary, expanding their Gripen fleet and solidifying the partnership between the two nations. This announcement follows an existing contract for 14 Gripen C/D fighters, bringing Hungary’s total to 18.
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In a bold demonstration of adaptability, an F-15E Strike Eagle from the 366th Operations Group of the United States Air Force successfully landed on a taxiway instead of the designated runway at Mountain Home Air Force Base on Feb. 21st. This unorthodox maneuver marked the culmination of Phase One of Operation Garrison Forward, a two-part exercise designed to test the 366th Fighter Wing’s ability to operate under austere conditions.
Turkey achieved a major milestone in its quest for self-reliance in advanced military technology with the successful maiden flight of its indigenously developed 5th-generation fighter jet, KAAN, on Feb. 21.
The Philippines is considering significantly expanding its fighter jet program, potentially acquiring more than the previous requirement for 12 aircraft, according to an interview with a Saab official. This development could open the door for a wider range of contenders, including Saab, as a new tender process is expected to be launched.
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Time flies, 20 years have gone by since the first post back in 2004.
