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Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force
17 hours, 52 minutes ago

Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force

India Today  

The Defence Ministry has set up a committee to address the capability development of the Indian Air Force amid critical shortage of fighter jets, weapons, and equipment, government officials told India Today. Chaired by the Defence Secretary, the committee includes senior ministry officials, Defence Research and Development Organisation chairman Dr Samir V Kamat, and IAF representatives. The IAF’s long-pending proposal …

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Interactive map reveals disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US
3 days ago

Interactive map reveals disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US

Daily Mail  

An interactive map has revealed a disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US. 'Multiple' instances of drones appeared over New Jersey's Navy weapons station, and Ohio's Wright-Patterson Air Force Base closed its airspace due to similar activity on December 13. Sightings over US military bases began as early as October, as several reports indicated drones near Langley Air Force …

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Seven Air Force pilots complete training
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Seven Air Force pilots complete training

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The Indian Air Force on Friday announced that seven officers have completed their 24th Production Test Pilots course from the Air Force Test Pilots School of the Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment, Bengaluru. An official release said, of the seven officers, six are from the Indian Air Force and one is from the Indian Coast Guard. Air Marshal Vijay …

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Indian Air Force opens registration for flying, ground duty roles. Check details
3 weeks ago

Indian Air Force opens registration for flying, ground duty roles. Check details

India Today  

The AFCAT 2025 phase 1 recruitment has started on the official website of the Indian Air Force, offering eligible candidates the opportunity to join roles in the flying, ground duty technical, and ground duty non-technical branches. AFCAT RECRUITMENT 2025: VACANCIES AFCAT Flying: 30 posts AFCAT Ground Duty Technical: 189 posts AFCAT Ground Duty Non-Technical: 117 posts AFCAT RECRUITMENT 2025: ELIGIBILITY …

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Watch | Israel strikes 20 Hezbollah targets in 120 seconds, shortly before approving ceasefire
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Watch | Israel strikes 20 Hezbollah targets in 120 seconds, shortly before approving ceasefire

Firstpost  

A few hours before Netanyahu’s security Cabinet approved Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement, the Israeli Air Force launched airstrikes targeting 20 Hezbollah sites in the Dahiyeh area of southern Beirut Smoke billows above Beirut’s southern suburbs following an Israeli airstrike on November 26, 2024. A short while before Benjamin Netanyahu’s security Cabinet approved a US-mediated ceasefire with Hezbollah, Israeli air force launched …

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Drones spotted flying over bases in eastern England, says US Air Force in UK, probe on after incursions
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Drones spotted flying over bases in eastern England, says US Air Force in UK, probe on after incursions

India TV News  

The US Air Force in the United Kingdom on Tuesday said a small number of drones were spotted flying over bases in eastern England. Lakenheath, Mildenhall and Feltwell, located close to one another in the counties of Suffolk and Norfolk, are Royal Air Force bases used primarily by the US Air Force. US Air Forces Europe said they were actively …

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US Air Force spots unidentified drones hovering over 3 UK airbases, probe underway
4 weeks, 1 day ago

US Air Force spots unidentified drones hovering over 3 UK airbases, probe underway

Firstpost  

Three unidentified drones were spotted over three UK airbases, the US Air Force confirmed on Saturday. The authorities from both nations are now determining whether these drones were hostile On Saturday, the US Air Force shocked authorities in the United Kingdom by reporting that a number of unidentified drones had been spotted over three British airbases. The USAF confirmed that …

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The Osprey’s safety issues spiked over five years and caused deaths. Pilots still want to fly it
54 years, 11 months ago

The Osprey’s safety issues spiked over five years and caused deaths. Pilots still want to fly it

Associated Press  

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. — Over a New Mexico training range named the Hornet, two Osprey aircraft speed 100 feet off the ground, banking hard over valleys and hills as they close in on a dusty landing zone. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print After being grounded for months following a crash …

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Chinese Air Force calls for in-depth collaboration in unmanned intelligent technology
1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese Air Force calls for in-depth collaboration in unmanned intelligent technology

China Daily  

GUANGZHOU -- The Chinese Air Force has advocated for global collaboration across military and civilian sectors to deepen cooperation in unmanned intelligence. The revolution in unmanned intelligence has emerged as a pivotal force driving global transformation, said a Chinese Air Force representative at a seminar hosted by the Air Force Monday on the sidelines of the 15th Airshow China. Low-cost, …

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UFO swarms filmed buzzing over Area 51 and other US military sites for months after 'mothership' encounter
1 month, 1 week ago

UFO swarms filmed buzzing over Area 51 and other US military sites for months after 'mothership' encounter

Daily Mail  

Scores of new witnesses have emerged with more footage of the eerie 'drone' UFO swarms buzzing key US military sites, including 'a big fireball in a cube' over Area 51. The Las Vegas-area witness who reported this bizarre cube-shaped object claims to have observed similar strange aerial lights in the area 'over 100 times' since June 2020, adding that these …

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MiG-29 fighter jet crash: 85 people questioned, clips capturing incident analysed
1 month, 2 weeks ago

MiG-29 fighter jet crash: 85 people questioned, clips capturing incident analysed

India Today  

Defence officials have recorded statements from over 85 people in the past three days and collected videos of the crashed MiG-29 fighter jet near Agra captured by locals. Officials from the Directorate of Flight Safety and Air Headquarters questioned Indian Air Force Wing Commander, Manish Mishra, the pilot, who ejected himself to safety, and held discussions with Air Traffic Control …

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PLA Announces Stealth Fighter Jet Debut at Zhuhai Airshow
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

PLA Announces Stealth Fighter Jet Debut at Zhuhai Airshow

China Daily  

The People's Liberation Army Air Force is set to debut its latest stealth fighter jet, the J-35A, at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, Guangdong province. The J-35A is a mid-size stealth combat plane with multiple roles and will make its public debut at the exhibition.

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China Set to Unveil J-35A Stealth Fighter Jet at Air Show
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China Set to Unveil J-35A Stealth Fighter Jet at Air Show

CNN  

China is set to unveil its new stealth fighter jet, the J-35A, at an air show in Zhuhai next week. The J-35A is a highly anticipated asset that adds to the country's fast growing military capabilities. The fighter is designed mainly for air combat operations and can also conduct air-to-surface attack. China's J-35A is not the only technology that will …

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India's Military Future: C295 Aircraft to Transform Airlift Operations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Military Future: C295 Aircraft to Transform Airlift Operations

Firstpost  

The C295 aircraft will transform India's tactical airlift operations by providing a versatile and advanced platform for various missions. With its advanced features and capabilities, the C295 will enhance the Indian defense ecosystem with additional orders for 15 aircraft for the Navy and Coast Guard. The facility in Vadodara will mark a significant milestone in the country's military production, with …

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Letters to The Editor — October 8, 2024
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Letters to The Editor — October 8, 2024

The Hindu  

Put an end to this As a mother of a 10-year-old girl, I am unable to even think of the terror that a nine-year-old girl in West Bengal underwent. Chithra Joseph, Hyderabad Israel’s aggression It is the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks and Israel does not seem to be anywhere near stopping its offensive against non-state actors ‘threatening’ …

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Air Force Facing Supply Chain Breakdown Issue Due to Wars, Says Air Chief
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Air Force Facing Supply Chain Breakdown Issue Due to Wars, Says Air Chief

ABP News  

New Delhi: Indian Air Force Chief, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Friday said due to the two ongoing wars between Russia and Ukraine as well as Israel and Hamas, the force is facing issues concerning a breakdown of supply chains. We also understand where we need to be as Indian Air Force because a lot depends on us for our …

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Chennai Air Show 2024: IAF Performs Full Dress Rehearsal Ahead Of 92nd Air Force Day Celebrations — Video
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chennai Air Show 2024: IAF Performs Full Dress Rehearsal Ahead Of 92nd Air Force Day Celebrations — Video

ABP News  

Chennai Air Show 2024: The Indian Air Force is set to commemorate its 92nd Air Force Day on October 8, 2024, with a grand celebration in Chennai, showcasing the nation's air defense prowess. Preparations for the celebration are well underway, with a full dress rehearsal currently being conducted ahead of a spectacular airshow on October 6 at Marina Beach. VIDEO …

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Armed Forces Festival in Lucknow: Bravehearts rule the city skies
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Armed Forces Festival in Lucknow: Bravehearts rule the city skies

Hindustan Times  

The three-day Armed Forces Festival, organised by Surya Command Surya Khel Parisar in Lucknow Cantonment, saw city folks turning up in large numbers to be part of the celebration. Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, GOC-in-C, Central Command with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath The Indian Air Force fighter aircraft Exhibition featuring a magnificent display of latest military equipment such as tanks, helicopters, …

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Software institute of IAF joins hands with PES college for R&D in engineering
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Software institute of IAF joins hands with PES college for R&D in engineering

The Hindu  

The Software Development Institute of the Indian Air Force and P. E. S. College of Engineering, Mandya have formalised their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding signed on August 28. The Software Development Institute, Indian Air Force is a premier research and development facility dedicated to advancing software technologies and supporting the operational needs of the Indian Air Force. Collaborating …

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In key congressional race, Republicans criticize Democrat’s Central Valley real estate deal
3 months, 4 weeks ago

In key congressional race, Republicans criticize Democrat’s Central Valley real estate deal

LA Times  

Adam Gray, right, a candidate for Congress in the Central Valley, meets with two other lawmakers in Sacramento. Far from Gray lining his pockets, his campaign and company said, the old Castle Air Force Base apartments have required so much renovation that Gray has actually lost money. Gray learned about the Castle Air Force Base apartments about six months before …

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Durand Cup: A full strength Mohun Bagan SG overwhelms Indian Air Force 6-0
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Durand Cup: A full strength Mohun Bagan SG overwhelms Indian Air Force 6-0

The Hindu  

Mohun Bagan Super Giant overwhelmed the Indian Air Force team by half a dozen goals in its second outing of the 133rd Durand Cup, at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Thursday. The big win helped Mohun Bagan reach the top of the Group A standings while overtaking traditional rival Emami East Bengal. Australian forward Jason Cummings scored a brace, …

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Uncertainty shrouds Bangladesh’s participation in India’s air combat drills amid civil unrest
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Uncertainty shrouds Bangladesh’s participation in India’s air combat drills amid civil unrest

Hindustan Times  

A question mark hangs over the Bangladesh Air Force’s participation in Tarang Shakti 24, the biggest multilateral air combat exercise to be hosted by India in August-September, officials aware of the matter said on Monday, hours after Sheikh Hasina resigned as Prime Minister and fled the country following weeks of violent anti-government protests. Bangladesh Air Force had earlier confirmed that …

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Bangladesh Air Force aircraft carrying Sheikh Hasina lands in Hindon
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh Air Force aircraft carrying Sheikh Hasina lands in Hindon

Hindustan Times  

A Bangladesh Air Force aircraft carrying former prime minister Sheikh Hasina landed at Hindon airbase near Ghaziabad on Monday and is expected to travel to London shortly, people familiar with the matter said. The helicopter ferried Hasina and her small entourage, including her sister Sheikh Rehana, to a military airbase where the group boarded a C-130 transport aircraft of the …

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IAFFT vs DHFC Live Football Streaming For Durand Cup 2024 Match: How to Watch Indian Air Force FT VS Downtown Heroes FC Coverage on TV And Online
4 months, 3 weeks ago

IAFFT vs DHFC Live Football Streaming For Durand Cup 2024 Match: How to Watch Indian Air Force FT VS Downtown Heroes FC Coverage on TV And Online

News 18  

Following a defeat in their Durand Cup 2024 opener, the Indian Air Force FT will now look to redeem themselves against the Downtown Heroes FC on Friday. Where will the Indian Air Force FT vs Downtown Heroes FC Durand Cup 2024 match be played? At what time will the Indian Air Force FT vs Downtown Heroes FC Durand Cup 2024 …

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