Pentagon and Lockheed Martin Agree on New F-35 Production Lots
Fort Worth, Texas (Agencies): The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a handshake agreement for the production of lots 18 and 19 of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, according to…
IDEAS 2024: Pakistan Air Force Showcases Advanced JF-17 PFX Fighter
Karachi, Pakistan (Agencies): The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has publicly revealed for the first time a model of the next generation of its Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)/Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC)…
Made in Iran: Tehran to Produce Russian Su-30 and Su-35 Fighter Jets Domestically
TEHRAN (Agencies): Iran plans to start producing Russian Su-30 and Su-35 fighter jets domestically. According to the information, Tehran has already received a license to manufacture these aircraft and is…
Iran Expresses Interest in Acquiring JF-17 Block-III Fighter Jets from Pakistan
Islamabad (Agencies): In a significant development that could reshape regional military dynamics, Iran has expressed a keen interest in acquiring a substantial number of JF-17 Block-III fighter jets from Pakistan.…
Ukraine conflict: France confirms Mirage 2000s to arrive in early 2025
PARIS (Agencies): Dassault Mirage 2000 combat aircraft promised by France will arrive in Ukraine in early 2025, it was announced on 8 October. French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien…
India orders hundreds of new engines for Su-30MKI fighters
NEW DELHI (Agencies): The backbone of India’s fighter jet fleet is the Russian-designed Sukhoi Su-30MKI, and the country recently ordered 240 engines to keep the fleet airborne for years to…
Nigeria Eyes Advanced JF-17 Block 3 Jets in Strategic Deal with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (Khyber Mail): The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is reportedly considering the procurement of 15 JF-17 Block 3 jets from Pakistan. This potential acquisition would significantly enhance Nigeria’s air combat…
Thai air force announces Gripen selection
BANGKOK (Agencies): The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has announced that it has chosen the acquisition of the Saab JAS 39 Gripen E/F over the Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70/72.…
Pakistan’s JF-17 Celebrates 21st Birthday as Iraq Orders More
PESHAWAR (Khyber Mail): The JF-17 Thunder, a cornerstone of Pakistan’s aerial defense, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Developed jointly by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and China’s Chengdu Aircraft…
Two French Rafale Jets Collide Midair, Desperate Search for Missing Crew
Paris (Agencies): Two French Rafale jets collided in midair Wednesday in a rare accident involving the cutting-edge military aircraft, prompting a desperate search for two missing crew members. One pilot…