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world1 month ago•1 min saved

Iran Claims Drones Hit U.S. Bases Across Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait

Iran says its military used drones to strike U.S. bases in Bahrain (Isa Air Base) and Kuwait (Camp Udairi, Camp Doha, Camp Arifjan) and hit Jordan’s Al-Azraq base, in retaliation for U.S. strikes. The Revolutionary Guards also claimed an attack on a Bahrain Amazon data center. Jordan reported intercepting seven missiles and six drones with no casualties, while the U.S. has not confirmed any hits; Bahrain reported explosions and said it intercepted several Iranian aerial attacks.

via Euronews.com|

#airbases #drones #iran

military2 years ago•4 min saved

F-35A Stealth Fighter Makes Historic Highway Landing

Norway's military made history by landing an F-35A stealth fighter jet on a highway in Finland, showcasing a flexible solution for militaries concerned about vulnerable airbases. The exercise demonstrated the ability to disperse forces and increase survivability in war. The concept of operating military aircraft on highways is not new, with the US military already utilizing non-traditional airstrips. The F-35A landing on the highway marks a milestone for the aircraft, highlighting the deep cooperation among Nordic countries and their commitment to exploring all possibilities for aircraft dispersal.

via Business Insider|

#airbases #f-35a #highway-landing

military3 years ago•5 min saved

Expert doubts Ukraine can secretly prepare for F-16s, while Ukraine sees modern warplanes as investment in security and Russian father keeps parental rights.

An air-warfare analyst for Britain's Royal United Service Institute (RUSI) think tank has said that Russia would notice if Ukraine began modifying its airbases to support F-16s. The F-16 requires specially prepared airbases, which can be identified and targeted by Russia. Despite being numerically and technologically outmatched by Russian aircraft and air-to-air missiles, Ukraine's air force has proven remarkably resilient and resourceful. Western bloc nations have yet to send jets to Ukraine because of concerns about Ukrainian unfamiliarity with Western aircraft and for fear of provoking Russia.

via Business Insider|

#airbases #f-16 #military