A dozen of F-15Js parked on one of the roads within the perimeter of Naha air base. The building in the background sits on the opposite side of the airbase. (Photo: JASDF) Following a tsunami alert after the earthquake, Naha evacuated...
ICON Aircraft announced the company was entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, “The Company further disclosed that it intends to pursue a sale of its business,” said the release. “We plan to continue to produce and sell aircraft and provide first-rate service,...
The F-16 sporting the NATO emblem (Image credit: The Aviationist based on RDAF image) OTD in 1949, NATO was born. The Royal Danish Air Force celebrated the anniversary by applying the Alliance logo to an F-16. NATO was born on Apr....
Today’s bargain combines legendary Beechcraft quality and well-rounded strengths at a level of affordability that’s on par with the most basic 4-place Cessnas and Pipers. Originally launched in 1963, the Musketeer and more powerful Sundowner were produced for twenty years after...
Last March, a Beechcraft Bonanza A36TC was in cruise flight at 15,000 feet on the way to the annual aviation celebration known as Sun ’n Fun in Lakeland, Florida, when the pilot noticed the engine power had dropped and the airplane...
A file photo of a ROCAF F-16 (Official Photo by Wang Yu Ching / Office of the President) According to the ROCAF (Republic Of China Air Force), the aircraft suffered minor damages and should return to service soon. A 7.2-magnitude earthquake,...
The first MQ-4C Triton arrived to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, March 30, 2024. The MQ-4C’s arrival to the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations marks the second forward-deployed detachment for VUP-19. (Courtesy photo U.S. Navy) The MQ-4C’s arrival to the...
CubCrafters, a leading designer and manufacturer of light sport and Part 23-certified aircraft, unveils a backcountry landing gear configuration to minimize ground loops in backcountry flying. CEO Patrick Horgan expresses confidence in the innovation, stating, “This is the most robust landing...
An F-2000 of the 9° Gruppo (Squadron) takes off for a mission. (All images credit: Stefano D’Urso / The Aviationist) The three-week exercise was preparatory for Red Flag Alaska 24-1 and also saw the participation of the F-35 fleet. The Italian...
The fully assembled Quarterhorse Mk 1 test aircraft. (Photo: Hermeus) The company, that also shared plans for the next Mk 2 aircraft powered by the Pratt & Whitney F100 engine, aims for the final Quarterhorse Mk 3 to break the SR-71...