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Su-34

Russian Su-34 Strike-Fighter Seen Covered In Tires

An image emerged on social media of a Russian Su-34 Fullback covered in tires similar to how they've been placed on bombers recently.

Russia

Ukraine Situation Report: Breakthrough At Russia’s Second Defensive Line

Ukraine's breakthrough at Russia's second defensive line is "pretty considerable," the DIA's director of analysis says.

U.S. Air Force

LongShot Air-To-Air Combat Drone Bid Won By General Atomics

The LongShot program is centered on developing an air-to-air missile-armed drone that fighters and bombers can launch and control.

North Korea

North Korea’s Diesel-Electric Ballistic Missile ‘Frankensub’ Emerges

The bizarre rework of an antique Romeo class diesel-electric submarine points to the Kim regime's second strike nuclear deterrent dreams.

Royal Army

Examining The Deployment Of The U.K.’s Troubled Watchkeeper Drones At Fort Bliss

Despite efforts to improve its Watchkeepers, the British Army has faced persistent problems with them and has a huge bill to show for it.

Eastern Europe

Poland Eyeing F-15EX Buy Amid Weapons Buying Spree

The F-15EX Eagle II would join a future Polish Air Force fighter fleet that includes F-16s, F-35s, and FA-50s.

AH-64

This Is What The AH-64 Apache’s New Extended Rotor Mast Does

The MUMT-X system is a massive upgrade that unlocks the Apache's ability to hunt and kill targets over vast areas.

China

Secret Memo Raises More Questions About UFO Shootdowns Over Alaska, Canada

A memo to Justin Trudeau provides insights and prompts additional questions about the mysterious aerial engagements last February.

Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW)

Test Of Dark Eagle Hypersonic Missile At Cape Canaveral Aborted (Updated)

Two Dark Eagle test launches have been abruptly cancelled this year, raising questions about its planned operational debut this year.

NGAD

B-21 Raider Could Use Collaborative Drones Meant For Fighters

The Air Force says its future advanced drones could be used with B-21 bombers, as well as for aerial refueling and to delivery cargo.

U-2

The U-2 Dragon Lady As You Have Never Seen It Before

Professional photographer Blair Bunting just flew an unprecedented air-to-air shoot at around 70,000-feet in the legendary U-2 spy plane.

News & Features

Ukraine Situation Report: Counteroffensive Pushes Toward Second Defensive Line

The Ukrainian counteroffensive along the Zaporizhzhia Oblast sector continues to push south past Robotyne toward Verbove.

News & Features

SAM Sites Could Return To Critical Locales Across U.S.

The Air Force has been tasked with leading the development of a cruise missile defense 'shield' to protect critical U.S. infrastructure.

News & Features

Presidential Motorcade’s Roadrunner Ran Off The Road In Florida

One of the most fascinating vehicles in the Presidential Motorcade had a mishap over the weekend, crashing across a highway median in Florida.

Russia

Russian Helicopter Pilot Details His Defection Flight To Ukraine

Maxim Kuzminov said he flew the Russian Mi-8 Hip he was in command of to Ukraine because he objected to the war.

U.S. Homeland

RCADE Battle Simulator “Moneyballs” Virtual Fights With Unmanned Platforms

RCADE simulates battles faster with more variables so that a slew of critical lessons can be learned virtually, before shots are ever fired.

Russia

Ukraine Has Lost Its First Challenger 2 Tank In Combat

While the circumstances are unclear, the incident is apparently the first time the battle-proven Challenger 2 has been lost in combat.

Russia

Russia Is Using Tires To Protect Its Bombers From Aerial Attack

Arranging surplus tires atop Russian bombers is likely a highly makeshift countermeasure used to thwart Ukrainian long-range missile strikes.

People

The Beach Bum Has Flown West: Jimmy Buffett’s Legacy In The Sky

When he wasn’t in the studio, on stage, or in the sand, Jimmy Buffett flew the world in style with a fleet of amazing planes.

Iran

Iran Receives Russian Yak-130 Advanced Trainer Jets

The Yak-130's arrival is likely a precursor to Russian Su-35 Flanker eventually joining the Iranian Air Force.