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Boeing Awarded $931 Million Super Hornet Service Life Modification Contract
The U.S. Navy is continuing the work to extend the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet’s service life to 10,000 flight hours, with the latest contract covering up to 60 aircraft.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/17/b...
The U.S. Navy is continuing the work to extend the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet’s service life to 10,000 flight hours, with the latest contract covering up to 60 aircraft.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/17/b...
Boeing Awarded $931 Million Super Hornet Service Life Modification Contract
The U.S. Navy is continuing the work to extend the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet’s service life to 10,000 flight hours, with the latest contract covering up to
theaviationist.com
December 17, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Boeing Awarded $931 Million Super Hornet Service Life Modification Contract
The U.S. Navy is continuing the work to extend the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet’s service life to 10,000 flight hours, with the latest contract covering up to 60 aircraft.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/17/b...
The U.S. Navy is continuing the work to extend the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet’s service life to 10,000 flight hours, with the latest contract covering up to 60 aircraft.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/17/b...
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Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian forward position in eastern Hryshyne (Pokrovsk axis). Russian troops continue probing toward Hryshyne in small groups from Pokrovsk, but remain under constant fire. The area is actively defended by the 82nd Air Assault Brigade.
December 17, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian forward position in eastern Hryshyne (Pokrovsk axis). Russian troops continue probing toward Hryshyne in small groups from Pokrovsk, but remain under constant fire. The area is actively defended by the 82nd Air Assault Brigade.
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🇺🇦 The 2nd Khartiya Corps has released footage showing the clearing of Russian positions in Kupyansk. A clean up of remaining Russian pockets is ongoing.
December 13, 2025 at 8:53 PM
🇺🇦 The 2nd Khartiya Corps has released footage showing the clearing of Russian positions in Kupyansk. A clean up of remaining Russian pockets is ongoing.
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Ukraine's HUR released exclusive footage from November Pokrovsk operations showing building assaults, trench clearing and FPV strikes that strengthened defensive positions around Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad.
Video includes subtitles.
Video includes subtitles.
December 13, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Ukraine's HUR released exclusive footage from November Pokrovsk operations showing building assaults, trench clearing and FPV strikes that strengthened defensive positions around Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad.
Video includes subtitles.
Video includes subtitles.
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U.S. Air Force Flexes its Muscles on NATO’s Eastern Flank
In early December, USAF F-35A Lightning IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons took part in agile airpower exercises across the Baltic states and in Romania.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/12/u...
In early December, USAF F-35A Lightning IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons took part in agile airpower exercises across the Baltic states and in Romania.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/12/u...
U.S. Air Force Flexes its Muscles on NATO's Eastern Flank
In early December, USAF F-35A Lightning IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons took part in agile airpower exercises across the Baltic states and in Romania. Two
theaviationist.com
December 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
U.S. Air Force Flexes its Muscles on NATO’s Eastern Flank
In early December, USAF F-35A Lightning IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons took part in agile airpower exercises across the Baltic states and in Romania.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/12/u...
In early December, USAF F-35A Lightning IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons took part in agile airpower exercises across the Baltic states and in Romania.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/12/u...
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Putin a month ago: Russian troops captured the city of Kupiansk
Zelenskyi today:
Zelenskyi today:
December 12, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Putin a month ago: Russian troops captured the city of Kupiansk
Zelenskyi today:
Zelenskyi today:
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Russian forces attempted a flanking maneuver near Pokrovsk with dozens of vehicles, trying to strike Ukrainian positions from the rear. Ukraine’s 425th Skelya Regiment detected the convoy in time. Coordinated actions afterwards successfully dismantled the column and halted the assault.
December 11, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Russian forces attempted a flanking maneuver near Pokrovsk with dozens of vehicles, trying to strike Ukrainian positions from the rear. Ukraine’s 425th Skelya Regiment detected the convoy in time. Coordinated actions afterwards successfully dismantled the column and halted the assault.
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🇺🇦 Units of Ukraine’s 7th Rapid Reaction Corps and the 68th Jaeger Brigade successfully repelled a large Russian mechanized assault near Pokrovsk. Using FPV drones, artillery, and ground fire, Ukrainian forces destroyed armored vehicles, trucks, and motorcycles advancing under poor weather cover.
December 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
🇺🇦 Units of Ukraine’s 7th Rapid Reaction Corps and the 68th Jaeger Brigade successfully repelled a large Russian mechanized assault near Pokrovsk. Using FPV drones, artillery, and ground fire, Ukrainian forces destroyed armored vehicles, trucks, and motorcycles advancing under poor weather cover.
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Ukrainian SSO eliminated a group of five Russian soldiers in Donetsk region. They tried to sneak through the woods under cover of weather, but operators from the 8th Regiment of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces intercepted and neutralized the saboteurs.
December 10, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Ukrainian SSO eliminated a group of five Russian soldiers in Donetsk region. They tried to sneak through the woods under cover of weather, but operators from the 8th Regiment of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces intercepted and neutralized the saboteurs.
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Putin does not have a clear vision for the "end state" of the war in Ukraine. He is happy with the way things are going, but there is no clearly defined goal. To Putin, the war is more like shaking a tree and enjoying the fruit that falls.
December 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Putin does not have a clear vision for the "end state" of the war in Ukraine. He is happy with the way things are going, but there is no clearly defined goal. To Putin, the war is more like shaking a tree and enjoying the fruit that falls.
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Finland has emerged as a global leader in countering “fake news”. Here's how they've done it
Teaching when to trust
As fake news accelerates, we need to teach our children how to think critically. Finnish schools are leading the charge
newhumanist.org.uk
December 7, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Finland has emerged as a global leader in countering “fake news”. Here's how they've done it
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A Russian sabotage group infiltrated the eastern edge of Yampil (Lyman axis) but was swiftly eliminated by Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces. Three Russians were neutralized with support from UAV crews during the operation.
December 4, 2025 at 4:46 PM
A Russian sabotage group infiltrated the eastern edge of Yampil (Lyman axis) but was swiftly eliminated by Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces. Three Russians were neutralized with support from UAV crews during the operation.
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Inside the Evolving Nordic Airpower: How the Swedish Air Force Is Adapting to the Russian Threat
Exclusive interview with the Air Warfare Center Commandant on Gripen upgrades, next gen fighter, dispersed operations, counter-UAS tech, and more.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/03/i...
Exclusive interview with the Air Warfare Center Commandant on Gripen upgrades, next gen fighter, dispersed operations, counter-UAS tech, and more.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/03/i...
Inside the Evolving Nordic Airpower: How the Swedish Air Force Is Adapting to the Russian Threat
Exclusive interview with Col. Carl “Wiseguy” Bergqvist, Commandant of the Swedish Air Force Air Warfare Center, on Gripen upgrades, dispersed operations,
theaviationist.com
December 3, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Inside the Evolving Nordic Airpower: How the Swedish Air Force Is Adapting to the Russian Threat
Exclusive interview with the Air Warfare Center Commandant on Gripen upgrades, next gen fighter, dispersed operations, counter-UAS tech, and more.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/03/i...
Exclusive interview with the Air Warfare Center Commandant on Gripen upgrades, next gen fighter, dispersed operations, counter-UAS tech, and more.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/03/i...
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F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Turns 30
Three decades after the first flight, the F/A-18E/F is still central to U.S. Naval Aviation and is expected to serve into the 2040s alongside the F-35C and future F/A-XX.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
Three decades after the first flight, the F/A-18E/F is still central to U.S. Naval Aviation and is expected to serve into the 2040s alongside the F-35C and future F/A-XX.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Turns 30
Three decades after the first flight, the F/A-18E/F is still central to U.S. Naval Aviation and is expected to serve into the 2040s alongside the F-35C
theaviationist.com
December 2, 2025 at 10:10 PM
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Turns 30
Three decades after the first flight, the F/A-18E/F is still central to U.S. Naval Aviation and is expected to serve into the 2040s alongside the F-35C and future F/A-XX.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
Three decades after the first flight, the F/A-18E/F is still central to U.S. Naval Aviation and is expected to serve into the 2040s alongside the F-35C and future F/A-XX.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
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On the Pokrovsk front, Ukraine’s 3rd SOF Regiment carried out a clearing operation at an industrial site where Russian forces attempted infiltration. After drone reconnaissance spotted Russian forces, the team waited for optimal weather before moving in.
December 2, 2025 at 8:47 PM
On the Pokrovsk front, Ukraine’s 3rd SOF Regiment carried out a clearing operation at an industrial site where Russian forces attempted infiltration. After drone reconnaissance spotted Russian forces, the team waited for optimal weather before moving in.
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U.S. F-16 Pilot Who Led SEAD Mission Under Heavy Fire in Yemen Awarded With Silver Star
Lt. Col. Parks earned the decoration for guiding his F-16 flight through a deadly barrage of surface-to-air missiles during a SEAD mission in Yemen.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
Lt. Col. Parks earned the decoration for guiding his F-16 flight through a deadly barrage of surface-to-air missiles during a SEAD mission in Yemen.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
U.S. F-16 Pilot Who Led SEAD Mission Under Heavy Fire in Yemen Awarded With Silver Star
Lt. Col. William “Skate” Parks earned the nation’s third-highest combat decoration for guiding his F-16 flight through a deadly barrage of surface-to-air
theaviationist.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
U.S. F-16 Pilot Who Led SEAD Mission Under Heavy Fire in Yemen Awarded With Silver Star
Lt. Col. Parks earned the decoration for guiding his F-16 flight through a deadly barrage of surface-to-air missiles during a SEAD mission in Yemen.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
Lt. Col. Parks earned the decoration for guiding his F-16 flight through a deadly barrage of surface-to-air missiles during a SEAD mission in Yemen.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/12/02/f...
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Street fighting in Myrnohrad from a Ukrainian soldier's perspective.
November 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Street fighting in Myrnohrad from a Ukrainian soldier's perspective.
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Swedish Gripens Shadow Missile-Carrying Tu-22M3 Backfire Bombers over Baltic Sea
The Swedish AF identified multiple Tu-22M3 bombers operating with Sukhoi fighter escorts over the Baltic Sea. At least one bomber carried a single Kh-22/32 anti-ship missile.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/28/s...
The Swedish AF identified multiple Tu-22M3 bombers operating with Sukhoi fighter escorts over the Baltic Sea. At least one bomber carried a single Kh-22/32 anti-ship missile.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/28/s...
Swedish Gripens Shadow Missile-Carrying Tu-22M3 Backfire Bombers over Baltic Sea
The Swedish Air Force identified multiple Tu-22M3 bombers operating with Sukhoi fighter escorts over the Baltic Sea on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. At least
theaviationist.com
November 28, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Swedish Gripens Shadow Missile-Carrying Tu-22M3 Backfire Bombers over Baltic Sea
The Swedish AF identified multiple Tu-22M3 bombers operating with Sukhoi fighter escorts over the Baltic Sea. At least one bomber carried a single Kh-22/32 anti-ship missile.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/28/s...
The Swedish AF identified multiple Tu-22M3 bombers operating with Sukhoi fighter escorts over the Baltic Sea. At least one bomber carried a single Kh-22/32 anti-ship missile.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/28/s...
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Footage of the close-quarters elimination of Russian assault troops and the clearing of a building in the Stepnohirsk area of Zaporizhzhia region, filmed on a GoPro camera by Ukrainian special forces "Kraken" and "Biznes Team".
The video has subtitles.
www.instagram.com/p/DRcrW-ajfiP/
The video has subtitles.
www.instagram.com/p/DRcrW-ajfiP/
November 26, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Footage of the close-quarters elimination of Russian assault troops and the clearing of a building in the Stepnohirsk area of Zaporizhzhia region, filmed on a GoPro camera by Ukrainian special forces "Kraken" and "Biznes Team".
The video has subtitles.
www.instagram.com/p/DRcrW-ajfiP/
The video has subtitles.
www.instagram.com/p/DRcrW-ajfiP/
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F-35s Paved the Way for Strike Package During Operation Midnight Hammer
USAF disclosed for the first time that the F-35s were tasked with the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, and were the first in and last out of Iran during the strike mission.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/25/f...
USAF disclosed for the first time that the F-35s were tasked with the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, and were the first in and last out of Iran during the strike mission.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/25/f...
F-35s Paved the Way for Strike Package During Operation Midnight Hammer
The U.S. Air Force disclosed for the first time that the F-35s were tasked with the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, and were the first in and last out
theaviationist.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
F-35s Paved the Way for Strike Package During Operation Midnight Hammer
USAF disclosed for the first time that the F-35s were tasked with the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, and were the first in and last out of Iran during the strike mission.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/25/f...
USAF disclosed for the first time that the F-35s were tasked with the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, and were the first in and last out of Iran during the strike mission.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/25/f...
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November 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Soaring Eagles: F-15C Air Superiority during Desert Storm
Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1990, caused an international coalition to respond with Op Desert Shield, eventually culminating in the Coalition forces taking control of the skies in Desert Storm
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/23/f...
Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1990, caused an international coalition to respond with Op Desert Shield, eventually culminating in the Coalition forces taking control of the skies in Desert Storm
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/23/f...
Soaring Eagles: F-15C Air Superiority during Operation Desert Storm
Iraq’s invasion of its neighbor Kuwait on Aug. 2, 1990, caused an international coalition to respond with Operation Desert Shield, eventually culminating
theaviationist.com
November 24, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Soaring Eagles: F-15C Air Superiority during Desert Storm
Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1990, caused an international coalition to respond with Op Desert Shield, eventually culminating in the Coalition forces taking control of the skies in Desert Storm
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/23/f...
Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1990, caused an international coalition to respond with Op Desert Shield, eventually culminating in the Coalition forces taking control of the skies in Desert Storm
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/23/f...
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On the Pokrovsk front, operators of the 3rd SSO Regiment carried out a successful raid on Russian positions, eliminating or capturing Russian troops. During the operation, they also used an armored evacuation vehicle to rescue three wounded soldiers from a neighboring unit.
November 24, 2025 at 9:19 AM
On the Pokrovsk front, operators of the 3rd SSO Regiment carried out a successful raid on Russian positions, eliminating or capturing Russian troops. During the operation, they also used an armored evacuation vehicle to rescue three wounded soldiers from a neighboring unit.
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Ukraine's 93rd Mechanized Brigade repelled a Russian armored assault near Kostiantynivka, inflicting significant personnel losses on attacking forces in the southwestern sector.
November 22, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Ukraine's 93rd Mechanized Brigade repelled a Russian armored assault near Kostiantynivka, inflicting significant personnel losses on attacking forces in the southwestern sector.
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Training of U.S. Air Force’s Student Pilots Progresses in Italy
Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/20/u...
Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/20/u...
Training of U.S. Air Force’s Student Pilots Progresses in Italy
Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master.
theaviationist.com
November 22, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Training of U.S. Air Force’s Student Pilots Progresses in Italy
Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/20/u...
Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/20/u...