Fighter jets

Chinese fighter jet based on Israeli design sold to Muslim-majority Uzbekistan

The Chinese J-10 is cheaper than the American F-16 and is marketed to countries that don't want to buy US-made fighter jets.

An experimental model of Israel Aerospace Industries' Lavi aircraft (left) and a Chinese J-10 fighter jet (right); Illustrative.
A member of the ground crew of the Swedish Air Force stands next to a JAS 39 Gripen fighter aircraft in Kallinge, Sweden, December 16, 2025.

Sweden to deploy fighter jets, warships to Finland amid fears of 'deteroriating security situation'

An AIM-424 Long Range Air-to-Air Missile (LRAAM) is mounted in the internal weapons bay of an F-35C with an AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) mounted on the weapon bay door.

US Navy reveals ultra-long-range air-to-air AIM-424 Malice missile with over 460 km. range

Gripen JAS 39 fighter aircraft of the Hungarian Air Force release trails of Hungary's national colours as they fly over the parliament building during a ceremony marking the country's national day attended by guests and ambassadors accredited to Hungary on August 20, 2026, in Budapest.

Hungarian Gripen fighter jet crashes near Szolnok as pilot safely ejects, PM Magyar says


Trump unlikely to approve F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, but could still change mind - report

The potential sale of the fighter jets to Saudi Arabia had raised concerns about Israel's ability to maintain its qualitative military edge in the region.

Israeli Air Force F-35s seen arriving to an Israeli base, on March 15, 2025

Saudi Arabia may join Abraham Accords 'very shortly,' Trump tells reporters

The US President also discussed a possible deal to supply Saudi Arabia with dozens of F-35 fighter jets ahead of an upcoming White House meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets with US President Donald Trump, at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019.

US approves potential $330 million military sale to Taiwan, first under Trump

The US greenlighted a $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, marking a significant step in its support for Taiwan amid China’s objections.

An IDF (Ching-Kuo Fighter) jet takes off, as Taiwan's military demonstrates combat readiness ahead of upcoming Lunar New Year holidays in an annual exercises in Taichung, Taiwan January 7, 2025; illustrative.

Palestinian NGO cannot appeal UK court ruling over F-35 parts to Israel

The UK Court of Appeal ruled that the export of F-35 components was a matter of national security for which the government, not an NGO, was responsible.

Protesters walk towards the corporate offices of Lockheed Martin, as they take part in a march and rally organised by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, highlighting British companies' involvement in manufacturing F-35 fighter jets used in Gaza, and demanding an arms embargo on Israel.

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.

Herzl Budinger, Architect of Israel’s Air Power in Lebanon

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.

A German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon jet during an air display at the 55th International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 18, 2025.

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.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is welcomed by Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani in Doha, Qatar

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.

An Israeli F-16D; illustrative.

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.

 An F-35 plane stands on the tarmac at Nevatim Air Force Base.

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.

A Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet performs during the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany June 5, 2024