The U.S. Air Force permanently stations F-35A Lightning II jets at Misawa Air Base, enhancing the 13th Fighter Squadron's capabilities in Japan.
Japan received three F-35B fighters at Nyutabaru Air Base, advancing its goal to deploy eight F-35Bs by fiscal year 2025 end.
Honeywell signs a framework agreement with the U.S. Department of War to increase production of navigation systems, missile actuators, and Electronic Warfare solutions.
AAR CORP. received $450 million in contracts to repair and manufacture 463L cargo pallets for the U.S. Air Force through 2032.
A Lockheed Martin Hercules C-130 crashed after takeoff in Putumayo, Colombia, killing dozens and prompting rescue and investigation efforts.
A Qatari military helicopter crashed in territorial waters due to technical malfunction, killing seven including Qatari and Turkish personnel.
The RCAF’s first Pilatus PC-21 completed its maiden test flight in Switzerland, advancing Canada’s Future Aircrew Training Program.
Hermeus completed the first flight of its Quarterhorse Mk 2.1, validating key systems and progressing toward supersonic capabilities.
Three U.S. F-15E jets were shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses during Operation Epic Fury; all six crew members ejected safely and were recovered.
A Bolivian Air Force C-130 cargo plane crashed at El Alto Airport, causing 15 deaths, 30 injuries, and scattering banknotes. Investigation ongoing.