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Rare US‑China‑Russia Fighter Showcase Graces Singapore Airshow
world21 days ago

Rare US‑China‑Russia Fighter Showcase Graces Singapore Airshow

The Singapore Airshow staged a rare cross‑power display featuring US F‑16s and F‑35s, China’s J‑10C, and Malaysia’s Su‑30MKM, flown by Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, and China. The F‑16s and F‑35A impressed with high‑power passes and internal weapons bays, the J‑10C delivered colorful aerobatics but felt underwhelming next to hype, and the Su‑30MKM wowed with flares, a Cobra maneuver, and dramatic climbs, highlighting different generations and export ambitions amid sanctions and limited direct US/Russia military involvement.

via Business Insider|
#f-16#f-35#j-10c
Turkey Expands Military Footprint with F-16s in Mogadishu
world24 days ago

Turkey Expands Military Footprint with F-16s in Mogadishu

Turkey has forward-deployed three F-16 fighters to Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport, accompanied by two helicopters, marking the first time manned Turkish combat jets have operated in Somalia and signaling an expanded security footprint to deter al-Shabab and protect Ankara’s interests in the Horn of Africa, with a long-term presence and base-building underway.

via The War Zone|
#al-shabaab#f-16#military
Turkey Expands Military Footprint in Somalia Amid Economic Push
world28 days ago

Turkey Expands Military Footprint in Somalia Amid Economic Push

Turkey dispatched three F-16 fighters to Mogadishu as part of a broader push to deepen security and economic ties with Somalia, including建设 a facility to host the jets, hangars, and ongoing Turkish flights for parts. Ankara’s plans reportedly include an oil-exploration platform off the Somali coast and a northern Mogadishu spaceport, while Turkey maintains an air command and a large security footprint, trains Somali forces, and continues drone and helicopter deployments amid Al-Shabab threats and shifting regional dynamics.

via middleeasteye.net|
#defense-cooperation#f-16#oil-exploration
Denmark Ditches F-16s for a Full F-35A Fleet
world1 month ago

Denmark Ditches F-16s for a Full F-35A Fleet

Denmark has retired its 77 F-16s as of January 18, 2026 after 46 years of service and is replacing them with the F-35A Lightning II, with a total of 43 F‑35s in its fleet (27 ordered in 2016 and 16 more in 2025). The F-35s began taking over NATO’s Quick Reaction Alert on April 1, 2025. Additionally, 19 of Denmark’s F‑16s are donated to Ukraine and 24 are being sold to Argentina, with training and maintenance support included, as Denmark becomes the third country to operate an all-F-35 fleet.

via SlashGear|
#argentina#denmark#f-16
Ukrainian F-16 Pilots Adapt Tactics to Counter Russian Threats
world1 month ago

Ukrainian F-16 Pilots Adapt Tactics to Counter Russian Threats

A Ukrainian F-16 pilot stated that after NATO training, they had to develop new tactics because the initial training was based on different types of warfare, and they adapted to effectively combat Russian threats, with some lessons even influencing NATO tactics. Ukraine has received 44 of the promised 87 F-16s, and pilots faced challenges such as language barriers while training abroad.

via Business Insider|
#f-16#military-tactics#nato-training
Russia's Largest Air Assault of the War Results in Ukrainian F-16 Pilot's Death
world8 months ago

Russia's Largest Air Assault of the War Results in Ukrainian F-16 Pilot's Death

During a major Russian aerial assault involving hundreds of drones and missiles, Ukrainian F-16 pilot 1st Class Lt. Col. Maksym Ustymenko was killed while attempting to steer his jet away from populated areas, marking the third F-16 loss for Ukraine. The attack was one of Russia’s largest ever, prompting Ukraine to seek increased Western air defenses, including US Patriot systems, amid ongoing intense hostilities and a controversial decision to withdraw from the Ottawa Treaty on landmines.

via CNN|
#aerial-attack#f-16#military