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fromBusiness Insider
15 hours ago

One of Malaysia's F/A-18 Hornets burst into flames during take-off, just as the country seeks to buy 33 more of the jets

A Malaysian F/A-18D Hornet caught fire on Thursday night as it was taking off, the country's air force said. Malaysia's air force, which owns eight of the US-made fighter jets, said in a statement that the aircraft had been involved in an "accident" at 9:05 p.m. local time. The statement said the take-off incident happened at Kuantan Air Base, roughly 110 miles east of the capital of Kuala Lumpur.
World news
#fighter-jets
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Trump is pitching a new supercharged twin-engine F-35 with a new name: F-55

Trump proposes a twin-engine F-55 jet as an upgrade to the F-35, prioritizing safety and performance.
The F-35 remains a critical component of US air defense despite criticisms.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Trump is pitching a new supercharged twin-engine F-35 with a new name: F-55

Trump proposes a twin-engine F-55 jet as an upgrade to the F-35, prioritizing safety and performance.
The F-35 remains a critical component of US air defense despite criticisms.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

U.S. Leads World with Largest Active F-35 Lightning II Fleet Surpassing 350 Units

The deployment of F-15EX jets at Kadena Air Base demonstrates U.S. military strength and serves as a deterrent against China.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Death toll rises to 16 after a Bangladesh Air Force jet crashes into Dhaka school

A training aircraft crash in Dhaka resulted in at least 18 deaths and 164 injuries, primarily among students.
#f-35
fromTheregister
1 month ago
UK news

UK F-35 fleet poorly supported, can't use vital weapons

F-35 stealth fighter in the UK faces significant operational challenges, limiting its effectiveness.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The F-35 stealth fighter isn't invisible

An F-35 was forced to take evasive action against a Houthi missile, highlighting the limitations of stealth technology.
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Washington DC
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Trump's 'Doomsday Plane' makes unusual trip as Iran war fears escalate

Trump's emergency aircraft undertook a mysterious flight amid rising nuclear tensions with Iran.
The E-4B 'Doomsday plane' highlights presidential security measures during crises.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

UFO striking fighter jet is among swarm of mystery objects spotted near US military sites: reports

Multiple reports indicate an increase in unidentified flying objects (UFOs) around Air Force training ranges in Arizona.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Trump's F-55 fighter jet could be much more than an F-35 upgrade

To put two engines in it would be a complete redesign of not only the hardware and the airframe, but also the software.
US politics
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Hotline between military and air traffic controllers in Washington hasn't worked for over 3 years

The malfunctioning hotline may have contributed to a recent near miss involving military helicopters in Washington, D.C.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Why China's J-10C 'Vigorous Dragon' fighter jet is having a moment

The J-10C is a multirole fighter jet at the forefront of China’s military capability, showcasing advanced technology in aerial combat.
Tech industry
Agile
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

We got an up-close look at the new Skyraider II light attack plane that maker L3Harris says can land almost anywhere

L3Harris' Sky Warden is a versatile, cost-effective light attack aircraft capable of landing in diverse environments, ideal for special operations.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

How Today's Fighter Jets Stack Up Against Yesterday's Icons

The Museum of Flight's 2025 exhibit artfully transforms a decommissioned MiG-21 fighter jet into a symbol of resilience and collaboration.
London food
fromianVisits
3 months ago

Battle of Britain flypast over Central London this evening

WWII planes will fly over central London this evening, especially above Horseguards Parade, from 8:15 PM to 8:45 PM.
fromWIRED
3 months ago

This US Company Just Successfully Tested a Reusable Hypersonic Rocket Plane

Stratolaunch's Talon-A2 rocket plane flew autonomously at hypersonic speeds, marking a significant advancement in US aerospace capabilities amid global competition for hypersonic technology.
Growth hacking
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A US Navy aircraft carrier in the Red Sea fight just lost a third Super Hornet. The $60 million jet went overboard on landing.

Both the aviators safely ejected and were rescued by an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter. The aviators were evaluated by medical personnel and assessed to have minor injuries.
US news
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Transportation boss Sean Duffy calls aborted landings near DC airport as 'unacceptable'

U.S. Transportation Secretary emphasizes safety after two flights aborted landings due to a Black Hawk helicopter near Washington National Airport.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

2 new stealth fighter jets will expand who's in the world's top air forces

The KF-21 represents South Korea's ambition to join the exclusive club of 5th-generation fighter producers.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Check out the Royal Air Force's new StormShroud drone made to jam enemy radars and clear the way for F-35s and Typhoon fighters

The UK unveiled StormShroud, a new drone that jams enemy radars to support fighter jets like the F-35 and Typhoon.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Northrop Grumman is taking a financial hit on its B-21 Raider stealth bomber

Kathy Warden, Northrop Grumman's president, stated that the drop was mainly due to higher manufacturing costs linked to a process change and rising material costs.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Meet the Sixth-Generation Stealth Bomber That Tops 600 MPH

The Lockheed A-12, America's first supersonic stealth plane, reached speeds over 2,000 mph but was quickly retired in favor of the even faster SR-71 Blackbird.
Startup companies
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