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US arsenal gathers in Middle East as experts warn of extended conflict with Iran
According to the Washington Post, flight-tracking data show that tanker planes, fighter jets, and other US military aircraft have been repositioned in recent days, including advanced F-35s.
Arkia unveils Spring-Summer 2026 destinations
US sends over 50 fighter jets to Middle East in military buildup against Iran - report
Arkia announces new Summer 2026 flights to Phuket, Malaga, Ibiza, Vilnius
Russian strategic bombers take off for possible attack on Ukraine, Ukraine's military warns
The Ukrainian military later claimed that "probable launches" of cruise missiles from Russian strategic bombers were detected.
Is Russia leaving Iran behind? Rift emerges over Moscow's Shahed-136 drone production – CNN
Western officials say that Tehran feels abandoned by its ally after Moscow began improving the drone model and producing it for cheaper.
US sanctions international drone procurement network working for Iran
The sanctions targeted an individual based in Iran, and entities based in China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
L3Harris, Joby Aviation partner to develop military aircraft
Joby's gas turbine hybrid VTOL aircraft is designed for low-altitude missions and offers both piloted and fully autonomous flying.
Saudi Arabia to launch new low-cost airline
The alliance will begin operations with 45 aircraft, aiming to carry 10 million passengers annually.
Critical timing: Why the first and last minutes of a flight are the most dangerous
Studies show that 80% of air accidents occur during the first and last 11 minutes of a flight, meaning pilots must maintain absolute focus during this critical window.
Delta jet aborts landing to avoid B-52 in North Dakota
After landing his plane safely, the pilot informed the passengers that he had acted to avoid the aircraft, which he said was "kind of, sort of coming at us."
Germany accuses China of targeting aircraft with laser over Red Sea
Berlin summons Chinese ambassador after incident involving military surveillance aircraft; Beijing denies accusations.
US moving B-2 stealth bombers toward Guam, American officials confirm
One official said no forward orders had been given yet to move the bombers beyond Guam. They did not say how many B-2 bombers are being moved.
IDF drone destroys Iranian F-14 fighter jets in Tehran airbase just before taking off
In recent days, Air Force aircraft have been tracking the launch team, identifying the launchers deploying the jets and the weaponry in the area.
