Fighter jets
IDF scrambles fighter jets after losing contact with commercial plane on its way to Israel
The IDF confirmed that communications with the flight were re-established and that a security incident aboard the plane was discarded.
US approves potential $250 million fighter jet sale with Australia, says no impact on readiness
US reviewing F-35 fighter jets sale to Turkey as Trump pushes $700 million jet engine deal
F-15 pilot saw Iran's 'jellyfish' drone formation when jet was shot down during Epic Fury - report
Herzl Budinger, architect of Israel’s air power in Lebanon, passes away at 82
IAF Commander Herzl Budinger (1992-96) passed away. A Yom Kippur War ace and "pilot's commander," he spearheaded long-range upgrades and admitted the first female pilot.
Turkey's Erdogan seeks to purchase 40 fighter jets from Qatar - report
The deal, facilitated by the UK, is estimated to be worth several billion dollars.
Turkey pressing for Western fighter jets to claw back regional edge - analysis
Erdogan is expected to discuss a proposal to purchase second-hand jets from Qatar in an attempt to refresh their aging fleet.
IAF eyes major overhaul of F-16s, used to strike Iran, to meet future combat needs
The decades-old F-16 "Barak" aircraft managed to strike in Iran without refueling, and added significant capacity to the Israel Air Force’s strike capability.
Germany, France, Spain to discuss fighter jet program in October, says Berlin
"National interests will need to be put aside by one or the other or all of us. It is clear we are damned to succeed; we need this project," Germany's defense minister said.
Trump administration considers buying stakes in defense giants after Intel deal
Following the acquisition of a 10% stake in Intel, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hinted at an even bolder move: direct state ownership in companies like Lockheed, RTX, Boeing, and others.
Electronic warfare is redefining modern combat across air, land, and sea
Once viewed as a supporting tool for pilots to defend against missiles and radar locks, EW now shapes entire campaigns, determining the success or failure of complex operations.
Spain shelves plans to buy F-35 fighter jets, El Pais reports
The government had earmarked 6.25 billion euros ($7.24 billion) in its 2023 budget to buy new fighter jets, El Pais said.
F-35 fighter jet crashes in California, pilot ejects safely
No further details on the crash were provided. The cause of the crash is under investigation, the statement from NAS Lemoore said.
A major milestone: First female drone squadron commander appointed in IAF
A female Lt.-Col. officially took her role in the Israeli Air Force as the first female commander of a UAV squadron.
