Japan to Arm Fighter Jets with AARGM-ER Missiles to Counter Chinese Air Defenses
Japan’s Ministry of Defense will begin the procurement process for AARGM-ER anti-radiation missiles in 2027 to counter Chinese air defense systems. This is indicated in the Japanese Ministry of Defense’s budget document for fiscal year 2027.
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One Old MiG Can Take Down 12 Jet-Powered Shaheds in One Flight, Ukrainian Pilot Says
An older MiG fighter can destroy around a dozen jet-powered Shahed-type drones during a single sortie, according to a Ukrainian fighter pilot, highlighting the continued role of crewed combat aircraft in Ukraine’s layered defense against Russian drone attacks.
South Korea Pursuing $1 Billion Egyptian Aircraft Deal
South Korea has started examining designs for a future sixth-generation fighter aircraft as it simultaneously tries to secure one of Africa’s largest proposed combat-jet orders. South Korea has commissioned a 14-month study of possible next-generation fighter-aircraft designs. That study includes concepts under consideration such as tailless and conventional aircraft with advanced stealth and internal weapons, Business Insider reports.
India Explores Competing FCAS and GCAP Sixth-Gen Fighter Programs
Days after initiating steps to join the French-led multinational Future Combat Air System (FCAS) sixth-generation fighter program, India has joined its rival, the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), as a “dialogue partner.” India and the UK held detailed discussions on the matter before New Delhi was nominated for the role, The Tribune reported, citing unnamed UK officials.
US Navy unveils new specs for carrier-based Collaborative Combat Aircraft
The U.S. Navy this week unveiled an array of new specifications for its future carrier-based Combat Collaborative Aircraft, or CCA. While the service did not detail the aircraft’s combat radius, the Aug. 31 Request for Information did note that the service wants the CCA to carry up to 5 tons of weapons and cost no more than $30 million per unit.
The US Navy's Least-Discussed Carrier Aircraft Is The One Every 6th-Gen Fighter Will Route Through
The Northrop Grumman E-2 Hawkeye first entered service in 1964 and has undergone a series of upgrades and modifications over time. It is one of the great unsung heroes of the US Navy's carrier strike group, serving as the eyes in the sky that detect threats as they approach the task force.
What The Future Of Syria’s Shattered Air Force Could Look Like
Syria's post-Assad air force is severely depleted and antiquated, with recent flyovers showcasing only a few aging L-39s, Su-22s, and Mi-24s. The civil war and Israeli airstrikes decimated its Soviet-era fleet, and 70% of pilots involved in civilian bombings have been arrested.
Polish Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Il-20 Reconnaissance Aircraft Over Baltic Sea
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea on August 31, Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said. According to the minister, the Russian aircraft was intercepted approximately 30 kilometers north of the Polish coastal town of Łeba before noon.
With the participation of 79 combat aircraft from the U.S. Armed Forces, combined air exercise RED FLAG 26-3 concludes in Alaska
After two weeks of intensive training, combined air exercise RED FLAG 26-3 concluded in Alaska. This edition, based at Eielson Air Force Base and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, featured the participation of 79 combat aircraft belonging to 10 units from the U.S. Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.
Why Qatar Ordered KC-46A Refueling Aircraft For Its Western Air Force
Qatar has ordered four KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling and transport aircraft in a $4.5 billion deal to bolster its formidable fleet of advanced Western fighter jets. This acquisition, expected to be fulfilled in several years, will provide crucial in-flight refueling capabilities, which Qatar currently lacks.
