IAF Explores Retired French Mirage-2000 Jets for Essential Spare Parts Extraction
In a pragmatic approach to sustain its combat readiness amid looming aircraft shortages, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly considering the acquisition of decommissioned Mirage-2000 fighter jets from France.
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How Egypt's Rafales Outperformed russia's Su-35s Using SPECTRA EW System, Could Ukraine Replicate This?
Was the SPECTRA airborne electronic warfare system alone enough to give Rafale the edge over the Su-35 in simulated combat, or did Egypt also need its own Link 16 equivalent and E-2C Hawkeye-class AWACS aircraft?
Greece Acquires Three KC-390 Aircraft to Enable Midair Refueling of Fighter Jets
Greek Air Force has officially finalized a government-to-government defense deal with Portugal to acquire three advanced KC-390 Millennium transport aircraft.
Germany to hold talks with Italy and Japan on joining next-gen fighter jet program
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Monday he will meet his Italian and Japanese counterparts in the coming weeks to explore whether Germany could join the next-generation fighter jet program run by Britain, Italy and Japan.
China pairs upgraded J-20 stealth fleet with aerial tankers and combat drones
The latest disclosures highlight advances in engine technology, aerodynamic design, and sensor systems as China continues to expand the capabilities of its fifth-generation fighter family.
Iran’s army says Su-35 jets are bought but will arrive only after the war
Iran’s Army spokesman says the country has completed the purchase of Russian Su-35 fighter jets, but the aircraft will be received only once the war is over. It is the first direct army comment on a deal that has been rumored in Iranian media for years.
Romania scrambles four fighter jets due to drone incursion
Radar surveillance systems operated by Romania's Ministry of National Defence detected two unmanned aerial vehicles that had entered the country's airspace without authorisation on the evening of 31 October.
Aircraft, fighters and diplomacy: How Bangladesh is balancing Washington, Beijing and Europe
Biman’s 35-aircraft plan and a proposed Chinese fighter deal show Dhaka balancing trade, defence and autonomy. The test is whether the country can afford what it has signed up for, and whether it can show what the diplomacy bought.
Taiwan tracks 13 Chinese military aircraft and 9 ships
The Ministry of National Defense tracked 13 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval vessels, and two official ships between 6 a.m. on Friday and the same time Saturday.
Rafale M Carrier-Based Fighter Made First Landing on Indian Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant
A Rafale M carrier-based fighter jet landed on the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant for the first time. The French fighters are set to replace the Russian MiG-29K/KUBs, which currently form the backbone of the country’s carrier-based aviation.
