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Say Goodbye to China’s J-20 Mighty Dragon or J-35A: Air Force’s New F-47 NGAD Fighter Is Coming
Boeing has confirmed that production on the U.S. Air Force’s new F-47 sixth-generation fighter aircraft has begun. This milestone was achieved swiftly due to a classified flight-demonstrator program w...
Forget the F-22 or F-35: China’s New J-35 Fighter Is Now Even More Stealth
Close-up images of China's WS-21 turbofan engine reveal new details about the stealth features of Shenyang's J-35 fighter variants, including a carrier-based model designed to succeed the J-15. The im...
Poland Scrambles Fighter Jets as Putin Hits Kyiv
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched an attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, using missiles and drones, leading to the death of at least one person and injuries to dozens more. In response to this ...
ADA Launches Fresh Talent Hiring to Fast-Track Tejas Mk2 Prototype Realisation and AMCA Full-Scale Development
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) of India has initiated new hiring drives to expedite the development process of the next generation Tejas Mk2 aircraft prototype, along with the full-scale ad...
Forget the F-16 of F-35: China’s Top Fighter Jets Are Now For Sale
China has begun exporting its domestically produced fighter jets with three options available: the FC-31/J-35 export variant for stealth capabilities, the J-10C as a mid-tier multirole fighter with mo...
₹30,000-Crore Fighter Jet Engine Deal Nears PM-Led CCS Nod
India's Department of Defence Production seeks final approval for a Rs 30,000 crore deal with Safran to co-develop an advanced fighter jet engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This a...
F-35 Deliveries Soared to New Record in 2025
Lockheed Martin announced that it delivered 191 F-35 fighter jets in 2025, achieving a new record and meeting its initial goal set for the year. This accomplishment helps address a backlog of stored a...
Forget the J-20 or J-35A: China’s J-36 and J-50 ‘NGAD’ Fighters are Coming Soon
China's efforts towards developing sixth-generation fighter jets are no longer theoretical. U.S. defense assessments suggest that at least two new prototypes, designated as the J-36 and J-50, have ent...
ADA Accelerates TEJAS MK-2 Prototyping, AMCA Development With New Talent Hiring Drive
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) of India's Ministry of Defence has initiated a targeted recruitment drive aimed at augmenting its workforce for key indigenous fighter projects. The initiativ...
F-16V fighter jet in ground test as Taiwan presses US and Lockheed Martin for delivery
Taiwan's F-16V fighter jets are currently undergoing ground tests in the US, amid pressure from Taiwan for accelerated deliveries due to previous delays....
J-10 ‘Vigorous Dragon’: China’s Best Fighter Not Named J-20 or J-35
China’s J-10 fighter represents a significant step away from copying foreign designs, showcasing domestic innovation by Chengdu’s design institute and CAC manufacturing. The early J-10A models entered...
France Exposes Malicious Disinformation Campaign Targeting India’s 26 Rafale-Marine; Disinfo Campaign Targets Fighter Jet's Capabilities
The French government has disclosed a sophisticated disinformation campaign aimed at undermining India's purchase of 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets. The forged documents, exposed by the agency Viginum ...
US Report Claims 5 Countries Want to Buy J-10C and 3 Want J-35; China’s Fighter Jet Exports Surge
According to a US report, five countries are interested in purchasing the J-10C fighter jet and three others are eyeing the J-35. This indicates a significant increase in demand for Chinese military a...
The Air Force’s F-16 Fighter Keeps Getting So Many Upgrades It Could Fly Until 2040
The F-16 Fighting Falcon, despite approaching its 48th year of service, continues to be a key asset for the U.S. Air Force due to constant modernization and its versatile design, adapting from a light...
Boeing Receives Contract for F-15s to Israel
Boeing has secured a contract to provide additional F-15 fighter jets to the Israeli Air Force. The delivery of these aircraft is part of an ongoing partnership between Boeing and the Israeli military...
South Korea's Gritty Quest For Homegrown Fighter Jet Engines
South Korea aims to develop its own jet fighter engines independently, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers subject to export restrictions and geopolitical tensions. Hanwha Aerospace is leading th...
Boeing to make up to 50 new F-15 fighter jets for Israel
The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing a $8.6 billion contract to produce up to 50 new F-15IA fighter jets for the Israeli Air Force, just after US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Mi...
Israel Rearming Its Eagle Force With The New F-15IA
The Israeli Air Force has signed an agreement worth $8.58 billion for at least 25 new F-15IA jets, deepening its relationship with this aircraft model....
Pentagon Announces $8.6 Billion Boeing-Israel F-15 Contract
The Pentagon has signed a deal worth $8.6 billion with Boeing for the production of advanced F-15QA fighters specifically for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). This contract marks an important collabor...
Middle East fighter jet deals, missile defenses and peace talks: 2026 preview
The article discusses potential developments in the Middle East for 2026 including Turkey and Saudi Arabia potentially acquiring F-35 jets, possible conflict involving Lebanon, advancements in missile...
Results of Trump and Netanyahu meeting, Pentagon announces large deal to deliver F-15 fighter jets to Israel
The US Department of Defense has announced a significant defense agreement with Israel involving the sale of advanced F-15 fighter jets to enhance its air combat capabilities. This decision follows re...
Pentagon announces $8.6 billion contract for F-15 aircrafts for Israel
The Pentagon has announced a significant defense agreement with Israel. The deal includes the sale of advanced F-15 fighter jets valued at $8.6 billion, bolstering Israel's air defense capabilities....
5 Most Powerful Fighter Jets in 2026—and Why One Still Rules
A ranking of fighter jets for 2026 highlights the F-35 Lightning II's dominance due to its stealth capabilities, sensor fusion, and networking technology which allows it to detect and engage targets b...
The Debate Is Over: Canada Needs America’s F-35 Fighter
Canada faces a critical decision regarding its fighter jet procurement. With only 16 F-35s acquired so far, Ottawa must choose whether to complete the full buy or opt for an alternative like Saab's Gr...
Russia delivers new batch of Su-35S fighters
The Russian state aircraft manufacturer has completed its delivery of Su-35 fighter jets for the country's air force this year. The United Aircraft Corporation stated that they have transferred the fi...
F-35s Were Ready for Flight Only Half the Time in 2024
In 2024, F-35 aircraft were found to be prepared and operational only half of the time due to maintenance issues or other logistical problems. This statistic highlights ongoing challenges with maintai...
Polish Official Supports Transfer of Fighter Jets Given Ukraine's Anti-Drone Technology
A Polish official has stated support for transferring MiG-29 fighter jets if Poland receives anti-drone technology from Ukraine as part of the deal....
Japan confirms 2035 target for next-generation fighter
The Japanese Ministry of Defense has confirmed its next-generation fighter aircraft program's progress and budget planning, aiming for the year 2035. Japan is collaborating closely with the United Kin...
East Front News #77: MiG-29s to Ukraine; Georgia between Europe and Russia
The latest East Front News newsletter highlights key events from the week including the delivery of MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, as well as analyzing the geopolitical position of Georgia amidst Eur...
Don’t Sleep on the Dassault Rafale Fighter: Here’s What It Can Carry Into Combat
The Dassault Rafale fighter jet, despite being classified as a 4.5-generation aircraft, is described as a formidable combat platform due to its extensive weapons payload capability and flexible config...
Chinese Fighter Jet Exports Set To Grow Significantly
According to a Pentagon report, China's FC-31, J-10C, and JF-17 fighter jets are positioning the country as a growing force in the global military aviation market. These aircraft models contribute to ...
Chinese Fighter Jet Exports Set To Grow Significantly
A Pentagon report notes China's increasing influence in the fighter jet export market with the FC-31, J-10C, and JF-17 models....
Boeing wins $8.58B deal to build F-15IA fighter jets for Israel
The United States has awarded Boeing an agreement worth up to $8.58 billion to design and provide 25 new F-15IA fighter aircraft for the Israeli Air Force. The contract includes stages of system integ...
Pakistan Not Buying J-35 Jets; Chinese Fighter Jet Exports Expected To Increase Pentagon Report
According to reports from Pentagon officials, Pakistan has decided not to purchase the J-35 fighter jets. The report also suggests that China is aiming for a significant increase in sales of its advan...
Ukrainian Pilots Prepare to Switch to New NATO Fighter Jet
Ukrainian pilots are undergoing training and preparations to transition to a new fighter jet provided by NATO countries. This move is aimed at enhancing Ukraine's air defense capabilities as part of b...
I Have Studied Fighter Jets for Decades: The J-20 Fighter Is No F-22 or F-35
The article discusses China's J-20 Mighty Dragon, highlighting its achievements such as being in substantial numbers with long-range capabilities, AESA radar, and significant payload capacity. However...
Indian Navy Seeks CCS Approval to Fast Track Indigenous TEDBF, Plans to Leverage AMCA Consortium for Faster Development
The Indian Navy aims to expedite the development of its Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF) and has sought approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). It plans to collaborate with the Ad...
China confirms J-10CE achieves first combat victory
On January 12, China’s State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense confirmed that the export-oriented J-10CE fighter jet secured its first combat victory in May. The ...
South Korea announces completion of KF-21 flight test program
The South Korean government has announced that the KAI (Korean Aerospace Industries) has completed its flight test program for the KF-21 fighter jet. The country aims to start delivering production ai...
A closer look at China’s ‘Flying Shark’ J-15 jet that made waves near Japan
A recent encounter near the Miyako Strait witnessed an engagement of Chinese Shenyang J-15 carrier-based fighter jets from China’s aircraft carrier Liaoning with Japanese military planes. This inciden...
Saint Louis Area Workers to Build New Fighter Jets for Israel
Workers from the Saint Louis region are set to manufacture advanced fighter jets destined for use by the Israeli Defense Forces. This production marks a significant economic boost and strategic partne...
JF-17 Thunder Fighter To Be Offered To Saudi Arabia: Report
A report suggests that Pakistan might offer the JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft to Saudi Arabia as a way to repay debt. However, it is questioned whether Saudi Arabia would be interested in this partic...