Navy's $60M Super Hornet Lost at Sea During Red Sea Carrier Operations
A US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet worth $60 million plunged into the Red Sea after falling from the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier during towing operations. The incident marks the second Super Hornet loss for the carrier group, which is currently conducting airstrikes against Houthi forces in Yemen.
New Zealand Unveils Historic $12 Billion Military Modernization Plan
New Zealand's government announces unprecedented defense spending boost to over 2% of GDP by 2032, including major upgrades to aircraft, naval vessels and combat capabilities. The comprehensive $12 billion package aims to strengthen the nation's military readiness amid rising global tensions.
Near-Miss at Reagan National: Delta Flight and Air Force Jets in Close Call
A potential collision between a Delta passenger flight and U.S. Air Force T-38 Talon jets was narrowly averted at Reagan National Airport through swift intervention by air traffic controllers. The incident, involving 131 passengers, occurred as military aircraft approached for an Arlington Cemetery flyover.
WWII Airman's Remains Identified After 79 Years in Mass Grave
U.S. Army Air Forces Cpl. Glenn H. Hodak, shot down over Tokyo in 1945 and killed in a prison fire, has finally been identified through advanced forensic analysis. The 23-year-old gunner's remains will be laid to rest in Pennsylvania this May, bringing closure to a decades-long mystery.
Poland Pioneers Laser Communication with Revolutionary Satellite Launch
Poland prepares to launch advanced nanosatellites this September to test groundbreaking laser-based communication technology. The Military University of Technology's Piast project aims to demonstrate secure, high-speed data transmission that could transform both military and civilian communications.
Death Penalty for Chinese Engineer Who Leaked Stealth Fighter Secrets
Chinese authorities executed a defense engineer for selling classified J-35A fighter jet information to foreign intelligence agencies after being passed over for promotion. The case highlights Beijing's harsh stance on national security breaches through a rare public acknowledgment by the Ministry of State Security.
Trump Unveils Next-Gen F-47 Fighter Amid NATO and Russia Claims
Former President Trump announced Boeing's $20 billion contract for the F-47 fighter jet, touting it as the world's most lethal aircraft. The controversial announcement included provocative statements about NATO's dependence on US involvement and potential military conflicts with China.
US and Libya Strengthen Military Ties Through Joint Aerial Operations
The United States and Libya conducted collaborative military exercises focused on enhancing air defense systems and east-west military integration. This partnership marks a significant step toward reunifying Libya's military institutions while reinforcing mutual security interests.
Activists Protest Anduril's $900M Military Drone Factory Plan in Ohio
Demonstrators gathered at Rickenbacker International Airport to oppose defense tech company Anduril's proposed drone manufacturing facility near Columbus. Veterans and activists voiced concerns about militarization and environmental impact while protesting the $900M project expected to create 4,000 jobs.
South Korea Unveils Advanced Combat Drone for Next-Gen Air Warfare
South Korea has revealed LOWUS, a sophisticated stealth combat drone designed to operate alongside KF-21 fighter jets in manned-unmanned teaming operations. The radar-absorbent unmanned wingman system, developed by Korean Air and ADD, will conduct reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and strike missions starting with flight tests in late 2023.