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For all my fellow military aircraft aficionados… October 1st, 1947, the North American F-86 Sabre flies for the first time. The North American F-86 Sabre sometimes called the Sabrejet was a transonic jet fighter aircraft. Produced by North American Aviation, the Sabre is best known as the United States’ first swept wing fighter which could counter the similarly-winged Soviet MiG-15 in high-speed dogfights over the skies of the Korean War (1950-53). Considered one of the best and most important fighter aircraft in that war, the F-86 is also rated highly in comparison with fighters of other eras. Although it was developed in the late 1940s and was outdated by the end of the ’50s, the Sabre proved versatile and adaptable, and continued as a front-line fighter in numerous air forces until the last active operational examples were retired by the Bolivian Air Force in 1994. Its success led to an extended production run of more than 7,800 aircraft between 1949 and 1956, in the U.S., Japan and Italy. Variants were built in Canada and Australia. The Sabre was by far the most-produced Western jet fighter, with total production of all variants at 9,860 units. Read more on the F-86 Sabre @ https://lnkd.in/g-cikUFZ #f86sabrejetfighter #koreanwar #usairforce

The Finnish Air Force retires HN-401, which a fleet leader of the F/A-18 Hornet fleet, today. The aircraft has been flown more than other F/A-18s during its 27+ years of service. The Finnish Air Force's aircraft HN-401 flew its final flight on 26.4.2024 at the Finnish Air Force Commander's media event at the Satakunta Air Wing in Pirkkala. In December 2021, the FAF took a decision to spend $9.4 billion on a deal to procure 64 F-35s from Lockheed Martin to replace the aging F/A-18 Hornets. The first jets are set to arrive in 2025 with all 64 fifth-generation jets expected to land in Finland by 2030. 🎥 Source : Finnish Air Force #aircraft #fighterjet

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A striking image shows a pair of Bulgarian Air Force MiG-29 fighter jets flying alongside a Hellenic Air Force F-16 aircraft. This visual juxtaposition highlights Bulgaria's ongoing efforts to modernize its air force and replace its aging MiG-29 fleet. To that end, Bulgaria has placed an order for brand-new F-16V fighter jets to succeed its current MiG-29 inventory. The F-16V, an advanced variant of the venerable F-16 Fighting Falcon, will provide Bulgaria with a significant boost in capabilities and interoperability with NATO allies.However, the delivery of these new F-16Vs has been delayed until 2026 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The global health crisis has disrupted supply chains and production timelines, pushing back the anticipated arrival of Bulgaria's next-generation fighter jets.Despite this temporary setback, Bulgaria remains committed to modernizing its air force and enhancing its defensive posture. The transition from the Soviet-era MiG-29s to the cutting-edge F-16Vs will equip the Bulgarian military with a more capable, versatile, and NATO-compatible air power platform. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce #bulgaria #greece #airpower

In a world first, two Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35A fighter jets landed and took off from a public highway in Finland as part of a NATO exercise. This was done to demonstrate the ability to operate the F-35 from dispersed and austere locations, increasing survivability in conflict. While the F-35A is not capable of vertical take-off and landing like the F-35B, the exercise showed it can still operate from roads and highways, expanding the aircraft's basing options. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce

Good to know the F-35 can do this. I wonder if this is a capability the RCAF will develop when they receive thier aircraft.

Turkish Air Force is among the five countries that locally produce F-16s. With a total of 270 F-16C/D aircraft in its inventory, all of them Block 30/40/50 models, Turkey boasts a significant force to be reckoned with. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #turkey #turkish

The Czech Air Force relies on a fleet of 14 JAS 39 Gripen multirole fighters. These aircraft are not owned by the Czech Republic, but rather leased on a long-term basis from Sweden. This lease agreement, which began in 2004, is currently set to expire in 2027. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #sweeden #czechrepublic

The Finnish Air Force's F/A-18 Hornet aircraft HN-401 has flown its final flight today, marking the end of its 27+ years of service. HN-401 has been a fleet leader, flown more frequently and selected for missions that put the aircraft structure under the most strain. The F/A-18 fleet will be retired as planned, with the F-35 system replacing the capability of the Finnish Air Force's F/A-18 fleet between 2025 and 2030. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce #FinnishAirForce #MilitaryAircraft #AviationHistory #finland

Today, India received the first of its 56 C-295 transport aircraft in "fly-away" condition at the Airbus facility in Seville, Spain. However, the aircraft's formal induction ceremony is anticipated to take place at Hindon Air Force Base by this month's end. The induction of the C-295 aircraft will notably enhance the IAF's capabilities, particularly in terms of troop and cargo deployment and for conducting rescue operations; furthermore, it will expedite the decommissioning process of the ageing fleet of Avro planes. To read the research piece, swipe right. Disclaimer - Today here refers to Station Taxi of the C-295. #iaf #military #indianairforce #c295 #transportaircraft #airforce #airbus #India #defence #militarymodernisation #c295aircraft #indianairforce🇮🇳 #thegeostrata #currentaffairs #geostrata