Second Iwakuni-based F-35B squadron declares Full Operational Capability
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 has reached Full Operational Capability and is ready to support its full complement of intended missions
Norse Gatwick flights – launch info revealed
The latest transatlantic challenger airline has confirmed when it will start flying from London.
US approves sale of 23 CH-47Fs to Egypt
A possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Egypt of 23 CH-47F Chinook Helicopters and related equipment, an estimated cost of $2.6bn, has been approved by the US State Department.
Investigators find cause of Navy Wings Sea Fury crash
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has concluded its inquiry into a crash of a Hawker Sea Fury T Mk 20.
Romanian MiG-21 fleet gains one-year lease of life as operations resume
After suspending all flight activities with its ageing MiG-21 LanceR B/C fleet on April 15 for safety reasons, the Romanian Air Force has resumed operations with the Cold War-era fighter for a one-year period, after which the type will be withdrawn from service
New consultation on Gatwick expansion plans
Bosses at London/Gatwick have confirmed there will be a further consulting period linked to the airport’s expansion proposals.
Boeing begins new A-10C wing deliveries to USAF
Boeing announced on May 25 that, in partnership with sub-contractor Korean Aerospace Industries and other key suppliers, it has delivered the first new wing set for the A-10C Thunderbolt II fleet to the US Air Force.
Dutch Fokker successfully completes flight debut
Fokker D.XXI PH-XXI, an airworthy rebuild of the Dutch World War Two fighter, made a successful debut flight from Hoogeveen in the Netherlands on May 23.
New RAF Typhoon radar still planned for introduction by 2030
The next step of the planned European Common Radar System Mark 2 Active Electronically Scanned Array radar, intended to be fitted to Royal Air Force Typhoon multi-role fighters, will see the completion of a prototype system ahead of manufacturer testing