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F-35 Fighter still suffers at least 65 basic deficiencies where it continues to fail to meet basic testing specifications, the Office of the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation (DOT&E) reported.

This year's Red Flag was notable as it marked the first time Australian F-35s had participated. The fifth-generation aircraft from both the U.S. and Australian Air Forces were put to the test.

While wanting both new F-35s and F-16s, Turkey may also seek to move forward with the purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets.

The Czech Republic has solidified its defence stance with a historic F-35 procurement deal, yet unresolved talks have hinted at lingering considerations over potential Gripen lease extensions.

F-16 Fighting Falcon crash: Thorough safety and accident investigations are currently ongoing to determine the cause of the in-flight emergency and details will be revealed after the inquiry conclusion.

The US Air Force has been operating helicopters and combat, ISR, transport and training platforms that have been in service for three decades or more, with 44% of its fleet having already passed its design service life.

The Czech Republic´s government signed an agreement with the United States on Monday to acquire 24 U.S. F-35 fighter jets.

The Biden administration approved the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey following the Turkish government’s ratification of Sweden’s membership in NATO.

From new stealth fighters like the F/A-XX and the F-35c to drones, we could see some amazingness in the sky if Top Gun 3 goes hit the big screen. 

Greece is on track to become the latest NATO member to adopt the F-35. It is already operated by Denmark, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and the United Kingdom, while Belgium, Finland, Germany, and Poland have ordered jets. Lockheed Martin expects Europe to have about 500 F-35s by the decade's end.