B-52 Involved In Tragic Crash Was Heading Out On Radar Test Sortie
The crash's human toll on the USAF test community is hard to fathom, and it will also have an impact on the already under-pressure B-52 modernization program.
https://www.twz.com/air/b-52-involved-in-tragic-crash-was-heading-out-on-radar-test-sortie
2026-06-17
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Interim Main Battle Tank Unveiled As Future European Tank Project Slips
The proposed tank would bridge the gap between the Leclerc and the delayed Franco-German Main Ground Combat System.
https://www.twz.com/land/interim-main-battle-tank-unveiled-as-future-european-tank-project-slips
2026-06-17
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Alleged Plot On White House UFC Fight Puts Drone Threat In The Spotlight
Whether those arrested could have feasibly pulled off such a complex attack is unknown, the threat is very real and growing.
https://www.twz.com/news-features/alleged-plot-on-white-house-ufc-fight-puts-drone-threat-in-the-spotlight
2026-06-17
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RT by @thewarzonewire: China’s Big R6000 Tiltrotor Drone Has Entered Full Flight Testing
New footage confirms the R6000 uncrewed tiltrotor has moved on from tethered hover trials.
https://www.twz.com/air/chinas-big-r6000-tiltrotor-drone-has-entered-full-flight-testing
2026-06-17
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Russian Tu-22M3 Swing-Wing Bomber Seen Plunging Into The Ground
The dramatic accident, captured in multiple videos, removes another precious aircraft from Russia’s long-range bomber fleet.
https://www.twz.com/air/russian-tu-22m3-swing-wing-bomber-seen-plunging-into-the-ground
2026-06-16
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A Disciplined Case For The A-10 The Air Force Won’t Make
Opinion: The USAF says the A-10's service is extended to 2030, but funding and planning doesn't really reflect that, which has to change and fast.
https://www.twz.com/air/a-disciplined-case-for-the-a-10-the-air-force-wont-make
2026-06-16
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U.S. Naval Blockade On Iran Will Remain In Place Until At Least Friday
The blockade that went into effect on April 13 will continue until the U.S. and Iran sign an agreement.
https://www.twz.com/news-features/u-s-naval-blockade-on-iran-will-remain-in-place-until-at-least-friday
2026-06-16
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Bunker Busters With Winged JDAM-ER Kits Could Allow For Near Horizontal Strikes On Fortified Targets
With their pop-out wings, JDAM-ERs already offer valuable extra reach that helps keep launching aircraft further away from threats.
https://www.twz.com/air/winged-jdam-er-bombs-could-allow-for-near-horizontal-bunker-busting-strikes-on-fortified-targets
2026-06-16
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Breaking:
B-52 Bomber Crashes At Edwards Air Force Base In California
A massive tower of black smoke emanated from near the main runway at Edwards AFB which we now know was caused by the crash of a B-52.
https://www.twz.com/air/b-52-bomber-crashes-at-edwards-air-force-base-in-california
2026-06-16
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RT by @thewarzonewire: Fincantieri CEO Opens Up About The Constellation Class Frigate Debacle
Fincantieri Marine Group CEO George Moutafis gives us exclusive insights into what sunk the frigate and what needs to change because of it.
https://www.twz.com/sea/fincanteiri-ceo-opens-up-about-the-constellation-class-frigate-debacle
2026-06-16
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America's Naval Force Posture Largely Unchanged With Iran Ceasefire Deal On The Horizon
Here's where America's aircraft carriers and big-deck amphibious assault ships are as of June 15, 2026.
Link to the full report below.
2026-06-16
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R to @thewarzonewire: twz.com/sea/americas-naval-f…
2026-06-16
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RT by @thewarzonewire: Eight souls aboard the B-52. This is the max it can carry, all stations full plus two jump seats. Usual crew size is five. This is the biggest loss I know of out of edwards since the B-50 mishap in 1951.
We continue to update our story:
https://www.twz.com/air/b-52-bomber-crashes-at-edwards-air-force-base-in-california
2026-06-16
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RT by @SpaethFlies: Fatal Air India Boeing 787 crash hits 1-year mark without final report
https://www.seattletimes.com/business/boeing-aerospace/fatal-air-india-boeing-787-crash-hits-1-year-mark-without-final-report/
2026-06-14
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Four U-2S Spy Planes Would Be Restored In Bill That Would Save The Dragon Lady Fleet
Congress is moving again to block the Air Force from retiring the U-2 amid continued questions about capability gaps.
https://www.twz.com/air/four-u-2s-spy-planes-would-be-restored-in-bill-that-would-save-the-dragon-lady-fleet
2026-06-13
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Germany And Spain Launch ‘Team Gen 6’ After Europe’s Next-Gen Fighter Effort Collapses
The emerging coalition could reshape Europe’s future fighter landscape, but it still needs political backing, lots of funding, and likely more partners.
https://www.twz.com/air/germany-and-spain-launch-team-gen-6-after-europes-next-gen-fighter-effort-collapses
2026-06-13
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Russia Building New Infrastructure For Major Troop Deployments Along NATO’s Northern Flank
As Russia builds facilities for tens of thousands of troops, NATO is also bolstering its defenses with a new Arctic combat force to act as a deterrent.
https://www.twz.com/news-features/russia-building-new-infrastructure-for-major-troop-deployments-along-natos-northern-flank
2026-06-13
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Boeing Drops Out Of Navy’s T-45 Jet Trainer Replacement Competition
The field of competitors to design and build the Navy’s next jet trainer has narrowed to just two teams, and both are putting forward twin-engine designs.
https://www.twz.com/air/boeing-drops-out-of-navys-t-45-jet-trainer-replacement-competition
2026-06-13
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A-10 Warthogs Arrive In England Festooned With Nose Art And Mission Markings From Epic Fury
The markings on the A-10s seen at RAF Lakenheath today offer an indication of what they did during the fight against Iran.
https://www.twz.com/air/a-10-warthogs-arrive-in-england-festooned-with-nose-art-and-mission-markings-from-epic-fury
2026-06-13
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Boeing “Encouraged” By C-17 Production Restart Discussions
Congress recently asked the USAF for a briefing on the feasibility of buying new C-17s amid major strain on the existing fleet.
https://www.twz.com/air/boeing-encouraged-by-c-17-production-restart-discussions
2026-06-12
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