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The Smith Family de Havilland Mosquito and its link to RAF East Fortune

A recent visit to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre Dangerous Skies exhibition enabled a closer look at the Smith family de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI TE910 that has taken up residence at Omaka. On loan to the Aviation Heritage Centre, the Smith family Mosquito’s background has been covered here befo

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The extreme skill of the USAF Thunderbirds F-16 fighter pilots

The Thunderbirds is the name given to the Air Demonstration Squadron of the United States Air Force (USAF), founded in 1953. This squadron began flying with Republic F-84G Thunderjet fighters. Since 1983, it has flown the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon, initially the A (single-seat) and B (tw

01 апр.

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Renowned aircraft artist looks to keep unique piece of American history alive

A Ruckersville man is helping keep a unique piece of American history alive. Gary Velasco spent most of his life doing nose art for military aircraft that have flown all across the world. As his career as an artist comes to an end, he is looking forward to seeing how he can inspire others to carry

06 мар.

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US authorizes $2 billion sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel

“The secretary of state has determined and provided detailed justification that an emergency exists that requires the immediate sale to the government of Israel,” the U.S. State Department said. “The government of Israel has requested to buy 35,529 MK 84 or BLU-117 General Purpose bomb bodies, or a

02 мар.

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China’s Massive WZ-9 Divine Eagle Drone Now Operating From South China Sea Base

The Divine Eagle is built around large radar arrays and can track aircraft and ships over a huge area from its high perch above the South China Sea and beyond. Track this story by clicking in the link and share your thoughts below... https://www.twz.com/air/chinas-massive-wz-9-divine-eagle-drone-em

27 февр.

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Two Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning II fighter jets made a historic stopover at Jackson International Airport in PNG.

Two RAAF F-35A Lightning II fighter jets made a poignant stopover at Jackson International Airport in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on their way from exercise Cope North In Guam. This marks the first time the RAAF F-35s have made a landing in PNG. Read more about the story in the link and commen

24 февр.

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WW2 airman celebrates 100th birthday with RAF flypast

Most people don't get an RAF flypast to celebrate their birthday, but then most people are not former RAF men turning 100. Fred Jennings, a veteran of World War Two, will reach that significant milestone this weekend Read more in the link and comment your thoughts below... https://www.bbc.com/news

16 февр.

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F-89 Scorpion: The Fighter Jet With a Fatal Wing Flaw

The F-89 Scorpion was an innovative Cold War jet, but it had a fatal flaw—its wings were prone to catastrophic failure. This defect caused multiple deadly crashes, including the infamous 1952 Detroit Air Disaster, where an F-89 disintegrated mid-air during an airshow, killing both pilots. Read mor

11 февр.

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HE FELL OUT OF THE SKY! The Unbelievable Survival of an Fw 190 Pilot and his aircraft restoration

HE FELL OUT OF THE SKY! The Unbelievable Survival of an Fw 190 Pilot and his aircraft restoration Luftwaffe Unteroffizier (Corporal) Heinz Orlowski was shot down Feb. 9, 1945, over Nazi-occupied Norway’s Fordefjord during an Allied raid of 32 Beaufighters, 10 Mustangs, and two search and rescue a

09 февр.

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Russia deploys Su-57s and Tu-95MSs in multi-platform strike

According to the Romanian resource Defense Romania, citing Ukrainian channels, Russia’s latest attack on Ukraine has showcased a new, more complex form of air aggression. Read more in the link and comment your thoughts Below... https://bulgarianmilitary.com/2025/02/01/russia-deploys-su-57s-and-tu-9

02 февр.

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China’s New KJ-700 Multi-Intelligence Radar Plane’s Interesting Features

The latest Chinese airborne early warning and control aircraft boasts an array of electro-optical and infrared sensors, as well as multiple radars. We have gotten a new look at China’s enigmatic KJ-700 airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft in service with the People’s Liberation Army

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'End of an era': Last surviving Battle of Britain pilot dies

The last surviving Battle of Britain pilot, John "Paddy" Hemingway, has died at the age of 105. Mr Hemingway, who was originally from Dublin, joined the Royal Air Force (RAF) as a teenager before World War Two. At 21, he was a fighter pilot in the Battle of Britain, a three-month period when air f

19 мар.

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Irish Air Corps: The air force without any fighter jets

Few countries in the developed world are without fighter jets. Combat aircraft fast enough to intercept an aerial threat are considered the backbone of a capable air defense, and most nations maintain at least one squadron of modern jets. Others have taken a different route. Ireland’s air force, An

06 мар.

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Today in Aviation History: The Long-Range Flight of the P-82 Twin Mustang Betty Jo

On February 28, 1947, a North American P-82 Twin Mustang with the name “Betty Jo” completed the longest nonstop flight by a fighter aircraft without aerial refueling by flying from Hickam Army Airfield, Hawaii, to LaGuardia Airport, New York. This flight, made by Lieutenant Colonel Robert E. Thacker

02 мар.

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The spectacular 'zoom climb' of a USAF F-15EX Eagle II fighter at Eglin AFB

The F-15 Eagle, operational since 1976, is today the oldest fighter aircraft in the United States Air Force (USAF). Despite its many years of service, this excellent fighter remains a formidable weapons system with surprising performance, something it has been demonstrating for decades not only wit

27 февр.

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A day in the life of Keno, an RNZAF Military Working Dog

Military Working Dogs (MWD) are a valuable asset to any military, trained for specialist roles in detecting, deterring and detaining. For the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) their unwavering loyalty makes them indispensable members of the service. Read more in the link and comment your thoughts

18 февр.

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Chinese fighter deployed flares within 30m of RAAF jet in South China Sea

Australia has lodged an objection after a People's Liberation Army fighter deployed flares close to a RAAF jet. Separately, three PLA vessels were seen off the north-east coast of Australia, operating in legal territory. Chinese Air Force Fighter Jet Fires Flares At Australian Aircraft | 10 New

13 февр.

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The Gloster Meteor: The RAF's 1st Fighter Jet

While most think of fighter jets as primarily a post-war development, there was one British-built fighter jet that did enter service and saw combat operations during the Second World War. The Gloster Meteor holds the unique distinction of being the only Allied fighter jet to operate during World War

11 февр.

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Watch: How the much-loved retiring C130H Hercules lands on a tiny runway

It’s hard not to be impressed by the remarkable work and capabilities of the retiring C-130H Hercules. Having served New Zealand at home and around the world, the five mighty workhorses of the Royal New Zealand Air Force are taking their final bow, after 60 years of service. Learn more in the link

04 февр.

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Australia will move forward with the purchase of additional AARGM-ER anti-radiation missiles from the United States to equip its Fighters

Seeking to strengthen the arsenal of its F/A-18F, EA-18G, and F-35A aircraft, Australia has announced that it will move forward with the purchase of additional AARGM-ER anti-radiation missiles from the U.S., investing $650 million in the acquisition. This purchase, which already received authorizati

02 февр.

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Royal Australian Air Force successfully tests new anti-ship missile

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has successfully conducted an operational test of a new anti-ship missile. The late-February test involved two RAAF F/A-18F Super Hornets, and saw a successful launch of two AGM-158C long-range anti-ship missiles (LRASM) over the Point Mugu sea range off the co

07 апр.

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Woodworkers asked to help build replica First World War plane

A group that spent more than two decades building a replica First World War aircraft is appealing for retired woodworkers to help out as they look to construct a second plane. Enthusiasts from the Aviation Preservation Society of Scotland (APSS) have already constructed a Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter air

09 мар.

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The Forgotten Bombing

Eighty years on, the focus on the atomic bombs overlooks the impact of the Tokyo air raid. On the night of March 9-10, 1945, the 21st Bomber Command, led by U.S. Gen. Curtis LeMay, carried out an attack with incendiary bombs in central Tokyo, the world’s most densely populated urban area. At leas

02 мар.

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U.S., Japanese and Australian F-35s Train Together for the First Time at Cope North 25

The main goal of Cope North 25 is the integration of the F-35s from Japan, Australia and the United States, building cooperation, enhancing command and control practices, and developing air combat tactics. This year’s edition of the Cope North exercise between the United States, Japan and Australia

02 мар.

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German Second World War aircraft crashed into A York farmhouse

The remains of a Junkers JU88 Night Fighter propeller recovered from the North Sea is to form part of an exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of a historic raid. On March 4, 1945, the last German aircraft to be brought down over British soil in the Second World War crashed at Elvington near York

26 февр.

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Inside Wartime Factories: How the Luftwaffe Built Jumo 211 Engines

During World War II, the Junkers Jumo 211 engine became one of the most vital powerplants used by the Luftwaffe. This V12 liquid-cooled piston engine was responsible for propelling some of Germany’s most iconic aircraft, including the Junkers Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber and the Heinkel He 111 bomber. In

17 февр.

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WWII Airman Killed in New Guinea Mission Accounted for 80 Years Later

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that 26-year-old US Army Air Forces Staff Sergeant Eugene J. Darrigan of Wappingers Falls, New York, was identified and accounted for. An American airman who was killed during a bombing raid in Papua New Guinea during World War II has been accounted f

12 февр.

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RAAF F-35A flies at Hunter Valley Airshow 2025

Watch the RAAF F-35A roar at the recent Hunter Valley Air Show here... https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/video/local/x9dqog2/raaf-f-35a-flies-at-hunter-valley-airshow-2025-newcastle-herald-february-8-2025/

09 февр.

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Preserving Australia’s military aviation legacy

A documentary filmmaker with a passion for military aviation history is working to ensure the stories of Australia’s airmen are preserved for future generations. Read more in the link and comment your thoughts below... https://mycitylogan.com.au/preserving-australias-military-aviation-legacy/

04 февр.

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100yo RAAF airman recalls hunt for WWII U-boats in Vickers Wellington

Long hours of boredom broken up by moments of terror. Such was life aboard a Wellington bomber hunting for the elusive U-boats in the Atlantic Ocean in 1945 during World War II. Read more here... https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-02/bert-raaf-airforce-458-squadron-u-boat-submarine-hunter/104868

02 февр.

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The Smith Family de Havilland Mosquito and its link to RAF East Fortune

The extreme skill of the USAF Thunderbirds F-16 fighter pilots

Renowned aircraft artist looks to keep unique piece of American history alive

US authorizes $2 billion sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel

China’s Massive WZ-9 Divine Eagle Drone Now Operating From South China Sea Base

Two Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning II fighter jets made a historic stopover at Jackson International Airport in PNG.

WW2 airman celebrates 100th birthday with RAF flypast

F-89 Scorpion: The Fighter Jet With a Fatal Wing Flaw

HE FELL OUT OF THE SKY! The Unbelievable Survival of an Fw 190 Pilot and his aircraft restoration

Russia deploys Su-57s and Tu-95MSs in multi-platform strike

China’s New KJ-700 Multi-Intelligence Radar Plane’s Interesting Features

'End of an era': Last surviving Battle of Britain pilot dies

Irish Air Corps: The air force without any fighter jets

Today in Aviation History: The Long-Range Flight of the P-82 Twin Mustang Betty Jo

The spectacular 'zoom climb' of a USAF F-15EX Eagle II fighter at Eglin AFB

A day in the life of Keno, an RNZAF Military Working Dog

Chinese fighter deployed flares within 30m of RAAF jet in South China Sea

The Gloster Meteor: The RAF's 1st Fighter Jet

Watch: How the much-loved retiring C130H Hercules lands on a tiny runway

Australia will move forward with the purchase of additional AARGM-ER anti-radiation missiles from the United States to equip its Fighters

Royal Australian Air Force successfully tests new anti-ship missile

Woodworkers asked to help build replica First World War plane

The Forgotten Bombing

U.S., Japanese and Australian F-35s Train Together for the First Time at Cope North 25

German Second World War aircraft crashed into A York farmhouse

Inside Wartime Factories: How the Luftwaffe Built Jumo 211 Engines

WWII Airman Killed in New Guinea Mission Accounted for 80 Years Later

RAAF F-35A flies at Hunter Valley Airshow 2025

Preserving Australia’s military aviation legacy

100yo RAAF airman recalls hunt for WWII U-boats in Vickers Wellington

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