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U.S. Navy Takes Delivery of the 350th MH-60R Seahawk
Lockheed Martin, parent of Sikorsky, marked the milestone with a ceremony as the aircraft, also known as the ‘Romeo’, was handed over to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41 (HSM-41).
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Lockheed Martin, parent of Sikorsky, marked the milestone with a ceremony as the aircraft, also known as the ‘Romeo’, was handed over to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41 (HSM-41).
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U.S. Navy Takes Delivery of the 350th MH-60R Seahawk
Lockheed Martin, parent of Sikorsky, marked the milestone with a ceremony as the aircraft, also known as the 'Romeo', was handed over to Helicopter
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January 15, 2026 at 2:01 PM
U.S. Navy Takes Delivery of the 350th MH-60R Seahawk
Lockheed Martin, parent of Sikorsky, marked the milestone with a ceremony as the aircraft, also known as the ‘Romeo’, was handed over to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41 (HSM-41).
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/14/3...
Lockheed Martin, parent of Sikorsky, marked the milestone with a ceremony as the aircraft, also known as the ‘Romeo’, was handed over to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41 (HSM-41).
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/14/3...
U.S. Army’s MV-75 Tiltrotor to Fly in 2026
The U.S. Army’s MV-75 tiltrotor is advancing rapidly toward the delivery to operational units, now expected well before the original plans.
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The U.S. Army’s MV-75 tiltrotor is advancing rapidly toward the delivery to operational units, now expected well before the original plans.
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U.S. Army’s MV-75 Tiltrotor to Fly in 2026
The U.S. Army’s MV-75 tiltrotor is advancing rapidly toward the delivery to operational units, now expected well before the original plans. The U.S.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:55 PM
U.S. Army’s MV-75 Tiltrotor to Fly in 2026
The U.S. Army’s MV-75 tiltrotor is advancing rapidly toward the delivery to operational units, now expected well before the original plans.
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The U.S. Army’s MV-75 tiltrotor is advancing rapidly toward the delivery to operational units, now expected well before the original plans.
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MQ-9B SeaGuardian Becomes First UAV to Drop MAC Sonobuoys
Multi-Static Active Coherent sonobuoys allow the MQ-9B to better detect submarines over large areas with fewer buoys than DIFAR and DICASS.
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Multi-Static Active Coherent sonobuoys allow the MQ-9B to better detect submarines over large areas with fewer buoys than DIFAR and DICASS.
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MQ-9B SeaGuardian Becomes First UAV to Drop MAC Sonobuoys
Multi-Static Active Coherent sonobuoys allow the MQ-9B to better detect submarines over large areas with fewer buoys than DIFAR and DICASS. General
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January 15, 2026 at 1:27 PM
MQ-9B SeaGuardian Becomes First UAV to Drop MAC Sonobuoys
Multi-Static Active Coherent sonobuoys allow the MQ-9B to better detect submarines over large areas with fewer buoys than DIFAR and DICASS.
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Multi-Static Active Coherent sonobuoys allow the MQ-9B to better detect submarines over large areas with fewer buoys than DIFAR and DICASS.
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Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
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Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
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Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028. The
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January 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
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Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
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India Approves Boeing 767 Tankers to Fill Long-Standing Refueling Capability Gap
Six pre-owned B-767s will be converted by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) into aerial refuellers, as the IAF’s older Russian Il-78MKIs experience availability issues.
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Six pre-owned B-767s will be converted by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) into aerial refuellers, as the IAF’s older Russian Il-78MKIs experience availability issues.
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India Approves Boeing 767 Tankers to Fill Long-Standing Refueling Capability Gap
Six pre-owned B-767s will be converted by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) into aerial refuellers, as the IAF’s older Russian Il-78MKIs experience
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January 14, 2026 at 1:01 PM
India Approves Boeing 767 Tankers to Fill Long-Standing Refueling Capability Gap
Six pre-owned B-767s will be converted by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) into aerial refuellers, as the IAF’s older Russian Il-78MKIs experience availability issues.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/14/i...
Six pre-owned B-767s will be converted by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) into aerial refuellers, as the IAF’s older Russian Il-78MKIs experience availability issues.
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Northrop Grumman to Build New MK54 MOD 2 Torpedoes for U.S. Navy
The MK54 MOD 2 is an advancement over the MK54 MOD 0 and MOD 1, with a more advanced and lethal warhead, and enhanced target tracking and classification system.
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The MK54 MOD 2 is an advancement over the MK54 MOD 0 and MOD 1, with a more advanced and lethal warhead, and enhanced target tracking and classification system.
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Northrop Grumman to Build New MK54 MOD 2 Torpedoes for U.S. Navy
The MK54 MOD 2 is an advancement over the MK54 MOD 0 and MOD 1, with a more advanced and lethal warhead, and enhanced target tracking and classification
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January 13, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Northrop Grumman to Build New MK54 MOD 2 Torpedoes for U.S. Navy
The MK54 MOD 2 is an advancement over the MK54 MOD 0 and MOD 1, with a more advanced and lethal warhead, and enhanced target tracking and classification system.
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The MK54 MOD 2 is an advancement over the MK54 MOD 0 and MOD 1, with a more advanced and lethal warhead, and enhanced target tracking and classification system.
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U.S. Navy Continues BQM-177 Target Drone Demos with Hivemind AI
The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat scenario.
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The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat scenario.
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U.S. Navy Continues BQM-177 Target Drone Demos with Hivemind AI
The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat
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January 13, 2026 at 8:46 AM
U.S. Navy Continues BQM-177 Target Drone Demos with Hivemind AI
The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat scenario.
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The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat scenario.
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Tanker Seizure Updates: More Details Emerge About U.S. Interdiction of Russian-flagged Ship
Thanks to official imagery slowly trickling out, and new sightings by UK aviation enthusiasts, we now know some more about the assets involved in the seizure.
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Thanks to official imagery slowly trickling out, and new sightings by UK aviation enthusiasts, we now know some more about the assets involved in the seizure.
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Tanker Seizure Updates: More Details Emerge About U.S. Interdiction of Russian-flagged Ship
Thanks to official imagery slowly trickling out, and new sightings by UK aviation enthusiasts, we now know some more about the assets involved in the
theaviationist.com
January 12, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Tanker Seizure Updates: More Details Emerge About U.S. Interdiction of Russian-flagged Ship
Thanks to official imagery slowly trickling out, and new sightings by UK aviation enthusiasts, we now know some more about the assets involved in the seizure.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/11/t...
Thanks to official imagery slowly trickling out, and new sightings by UK aviation enthusiasts, we now know some more about the assets involved in the seizure.
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Lebanese Army Captures Hezbollah’s Tu-143 Reys Jet Drones
Three Tu-143 high-speed reconnaissance drones have been photographed during ongoing Lebanese Army operations against Hezbollah.
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Three Tu-143 high-speed reconnaissance drones have been photographed during ongoing Lebanese Army operations against Hezbollah.
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Lebanese Army Captures Hezbollah’s Tu-143 Reys Jet Drones
Three Tu-143 high-speed reconnaissance drones have been photographed during ongoing Lebanese Army operations against Hezbollah. On Sep. 23, 2024, the
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January 9, 2026 at 9:53 PM
Lebanese Army Captures Hezbollah’s Tu-143 Reys Jet Drones
Three Tu-143 high-speed reconnaissance drones have been photographed during ongoing Lebanese Army operations against Hezbollah.
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Three Tu-143 high-speed reconnaissance drones have been photographed during ongoing Lebanese Army operations against Hezbollah.
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Lockheed Martin Delivered 191 F-35s in 2025
Lockheed Martin said it set a record delivering 191 F-35 Lightning II jets in 2025, clearing backlog deliveries in the process, with a global fleet that now counts 1,300 aircraft.
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Lockheed Martin said it set a record delivering 191 F-35 Lightning II jets in 2025, clearing backlog deliveries in the process, with a global fleet that now counts 1,300 aircraft.
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Lockheed Martin Delivered 191 F-35s in 2025
Lockheed Martin said it set a record delivering 191 F-35 Lightning II jets in 2025, clearing backlog deliveries in the process, with a global fleet that
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January 9, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Lockheed Martin Delivered 191 F-35s in 2025
Lockheed Martin said it set a record delivering 191 F-35 Lightning II jets in 2025, clearing backlog deliveries in the process, with a global fleet that now counts 1,300 aircraft.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/09/l...
Lockheed Martin said it set a record delivering 191 F-35 Lightning II jets in 2025, clearing backlog deliveries in the process, with a global fleet that now counts 1,300 aircraft.
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Northrop Grumman, Kratos to Develop XQ-58 Valkyrie as CCA for the USMC
Northrop Grumman will integrate its uncrewed and autonomous technologies onto Kratos’ Valkyrie for the USMC's MUX TACAIR Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
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Northrop Grumman will integrate its uncrewed and autonomous technologies onto Kratos’ Valkyrie for the USMC's MUX TACAIR Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
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Northrop Grumman, Kratos to Develop XQ-58 Valkyrie as CCA for the USMC
Northrop Grumman will integrate its uncrewed and autonomous technologies onto Kratos’ Valkyrie for the USMC's MUX TACAIR Collaborative Combat Aircraft
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January 9, 2026 at 11:34 AM
Northrop Grumman, Kratos to Develop XQ-58 Valkyrie as CCA for the USMC
Northrop Grumman will integrate its uncrewed and autonomous technologies onto Kratos’ Valkyrie for the USMC's MUX TACAIR Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/08/n...
Northrop Grumman will integrate its uncrewed and autonomous technologies onto Kratos’ Valkyrie for the USMC's MUX TACAIR Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
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F-35 Pilots Control CCAs in U.S. Navy’s Super-Realistic JSE Simulator
The Joint Simulation Environment is playing a key role in developing tactics and operational concepts for integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft with the F-35.
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The Joint Simulation Environment is playing a key role in developing tactics and operational concepts for integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft with the F-35.
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F-35 Pilots Control CCAs in U.S. Navy’s Super-Realistic JSE Simulator
The Joint Simulation Environment is playing a key role in developing tactics and operational concepts for integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft with
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January 8, 2026 at 5:04 PM
F-35 Pilots Control CCAs in U.S. Navy’s Super-Realistic JSE Simulator
The Joint Simulation Environment is playing a key role in developing tactics and operational concepts for integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft with the F-35.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/08/f...
The Joint Simulation Environment is playing a key role in developing tactics and operational concepts for integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft with the F-35.
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Chinese National Charged With Unlawfully Photographing Home Of U.S. B-2 Fleet In Missouri
Federal prosecutors say the suspect took images of sensitive military infrastructure at Whiteman AFB.
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Federal prosecutors say the suspect took images of sensitive military infrastructure at Whiteman AFB.
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Chinese National Charged With Unlawfully Photographing Home Of U.S. B-2 Fleet In Missouri
Federal prosecutors say the suspect took images of sensitive military infrastructure at Whiteman AFB, home to the B-2 stealth bomber. A Chinese national
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January 8, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Chinese National Charged With Unlawfully Photographing Home Of U.S. B-2 Fleet In Missouri
Federal prosecutors say the suspect took images of sensitive military infrastructure at Whiteman AFB.
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Federal prosecutors say the suspect took images of sensitive military infrastructure at Whiteman AFB.
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Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/i...
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani-Birgi will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and
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January 7, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Italy Approves First Multinational F-35 Pilot Training Center Outside The U.S.
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/i...
The new facility at Trapani AB will make the Sicilian base Italy’s third operational F-35 hub and a future multinational training center for NATO and partner nations.
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U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, formerly Bella 1, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel
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January 7, 2026 at 2:16 PM
U.S. Forces Seize Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
U.S. forces successfully launched a mission to seize the Marinera, on Jan. 7. Russian state media released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
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Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials are now confirming that a mission to seize the Marinera, formerly Bella 1, has been launched. Russian state media released imagery from the
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January 7, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Seizure of Russian-flagged Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Now Underway
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
U.S. officials confirmed that a mission to seize the tanker has been launched. RT released imagery from the vessel showing a 160th SOAR MH-6 Little Bird nearby.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
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The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The Marinera continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR aircraft and a USCG cutter. Meanwhile, special forces personnel train at
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January 7, 2026 at 7:22 AM
Tanker Pursuit Continues as Russia Reportedly Sends in Submarine
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
The tanker continues heading through the Atlantic while watched by ISR acft and a USCG cutter. Special forces train at Fairford, and a US.official tells WSJ that a Russian sub is lurking.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/07/t...
Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
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The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
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Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 nautical miles off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the
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January 6, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Taiwanese F-16 Crashes at Sea During Night Operations
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 NM off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons. Lockheed Martin
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January 6, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Lockheed Martin to Bring PAC-3 MSE Interceptor’s Production to 2,000 per Year
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons.
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A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority
theaviationist.com
January 6, 2026 at 6:24 PM
A Look at NATO Air Assets Employed during Operation Allied Force
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/o...
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War.
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The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
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As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR aircraft to the UK as the sanctioned tanker Bella 1, or Marinera, approaches the GIUK gap, let's look at
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January 6, 2026 at 7:10 AM
The Saga of the Bella 1 and the Mysterious U.S. Special Forces Movements
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
As rumors swirl over the deployment of 160th SOAR to the UK as the sanctioned tanker, approaches the GIUK gap, let’s look at what we do and don’t know about the bizarre situation.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/06/t...
MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top. A month
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January 5, 2026 at 10:28 PM
MANPADS Becomes Latest Addition to Russia’s Geran-2 Attack Drone
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/m...
A nearly intact Geran-2, landed upright on the ground, was found with a 9K333 Verba Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) mounted on the top.
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Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026. The UK's
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January 5, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Joint UK-France Strike Mission Targets Daesh in Syria
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/04/u...
An underground facility operated by the terrorist group north of Palmyra, Syria, was hit by strike aircraft in a combined raid on Jan. 3, 2026.
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Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
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A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/u...
Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic
theaviationist.com
January 5, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Are Now Equipped with MICA Missiles
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/u...
A recently emerged photo shows a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 equipped with a MICA air-to-air missile, after being initially showcased only with the older Magic 2.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/05/u...
New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
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New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
theaviationist.com
January 3, 2026 at 7:08 PM
New Details Emerge about Operation Absolute Resolve, the U.S. Raid in Venezuela
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/03/o...
U.S. officials detail Operation Absolute Resolve, revealing the scale, planning, and aftermath of the joint operation that captured Venezuela’s president.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/03/o...