Congress Throws A-10 Warthog Another Lifeline
Requiring the USAF to satisfy all the demands stated in the legislation could see the jet's life extended well past 2030.
https://www.twz.com/air/congress-throws-a-10-warthog-another-lifeline
2026-06-06
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USAF Scrambling To Buy What Few MQ-9 Reapers It Can Find After Epic Fury Losses
The USAF needs to scrounge-up any now out of production Reapers to replace the dozens lost in fights against Iran and the Houthis.
https://www.twz.com/air/usaf-scrambling-to-buy-what-few-mq-9-reapers-it-can-find-after-epic-fury-losses
2026-06-06
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Area 51 Mystery Aircraft Prompts Interest In “Christmas Tree” Stealth Fighter Concept
The exotic jet spotted near Area 51 that appears to be tied to the F-47 has prompted a look at an obscure fighter design from the 1980s.
https://www.twz.com/air/area-51-mystery-aircraft-prompts-interest-in-christmas-tree-stealth-fighter-concept
2026-06-06
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Some breaking news:
U.S. Shoots Down Iranian Drones Launched At Strait Of Hormuz: Official
The incident is the latest flare-up between Iran and the U.S. since the war was put on hold nearly two months ago.
https://www.twz.com/news-features/u-s-shoots-down-iranian-drones-launched-at-strait-of-hormuz-official
2026-06-06
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RT by @thewarzonewire: Confessions Of A Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon Minehunter Pilot
A former pilot gives an in-depth look at what it takes to fly and sweep for mines in the giant Sea Dragon, and shares some great stories along the way.
https://www.twz.com/sea/confessions-of-a-navy-mh-53e-sea-dragon-minehunter-pilot
2026-06-06
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RT by @SpaethFlies: The fire services normally respond to emergencies… not be the cause of them. Doing this sort of ‘unplanned’ event is a nice way of commemorating final flights etc… but not planning properly leads to mishaps. This is an expensive one.
An interesting insurance claim coming up… https://x.com/AviacionGYE/status/2062595092763078961/video/1
2026-06-06
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Ukraine Tests New Missile In Hopes Of Leading To Low Cost Patriot Interceptor Alternative
As interceptor shortages strain its defenses, Ukraine has a plan to build anti-ballistic missiles that are cheaper and faster to produce than Western types.
https://www.twz.com/land/ukraine-tests-new-missile-in-hopes-of-leading-to-low-cost-patriot-interceptor-alternative
2026-06-05
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Anti-Drone 5.56mm Rifle Rounds That Break Into Multiple Projectiles Sought By Marines
The aim is for specialized rounds to help boost the ability of any Marine with a rifle to swat down small uncrewed attackers.
https://www.twz.com/land/anti-drone-5-56mm-rifle-rounds-the-break-into-multiple-projectiles-sought-by-marines
2026-06-05
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USAF Wants “MQ-9 Next” Reaper Replacement To Be Modular, Cheap
Concerning MQ-9 losses have turbocharged discussions about a successor to the venerable Reaper.
https://www.twz.com/air/usaf-wants-mq-9-next-reaper-replacement-to-be-modular-cheap
2026-06-05
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RT by @thewarzonewire: Is This A Glimpse Of The Aircraft That Gave Birth To The F-47?
A purported sighting over Area 51 has features that would fit with what we think we know about the F-47, but many questions remain.
https://www.twz.com/air/is-this-a-glimpse-of-the-aircraft-that-gave-birth-to-the-f-47
2026-06-05
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Geoffrey Thomas was an amazing colleague+friend in #aviation journalism, old school in the best sense. While aware he'd been ill for some time, this news is very sad and touching for me, we have collaborated a lot over the years. @roblagnac hits the point. Farewell Geoff!
2026-06-05
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RT by @SpaethFlies: A collapsed nose gear is an ugly thing, but look closely at what happens when you design an airplane with an intense level of forethought for such a failure. The weight sits entirely on the 787’s nose — not the engines — and the MLG doors still open freely.
2026-06-05
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Marines’ AV-8 Harrier Jump Jet Takes Its Final Bow
The Harrier Sundown ceremony marks the end of more than 50 years of Marine Corps jump-jet operations.
https://www.twz.com/air/marines-av-8-harrier-jump-jet-takes-its-final-bow
2026-06-04
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The Hidden History of America’s Harrier Jump Jets
The Harrier story is a transatlantic saga of improvisation, ambition, and unlikely partnership, which helped shape the F-35B.
https://www.twz.com/air/the-hidden-history-of-americas-harrier-jump-jets
2026-06-04
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New Large Chinese Submarine With Very Unique Feature Just Caught On Satellite Imagery
The nuclear fast attack-sized mystery submarine could be China's answer to a high-speed interceptor boat.
https://www.twz.com/sea/new-large-chinese-submarine-with-very-unique-feature-just-caught-on-satellite-imagery
2026-06-04
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RT by @thewarzonewire: Russia’s Baltic Fleet Successfully Attacked By Ukrainian Drones
Once considered a sanctuary for Russian naval power, the Baltic Fleet is now in the crosshairs of Ukraine’s expanding long-range strike campaign.
https://www.twz.com/sea/russias-baltic-fleet-successfully-attacked-by-ukrainian-drones
2026-06-04
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Next Generation Penetrator Bomb Slated To Replace MOP Has Been Designated GBU-76
The official designation comes as the Air Force plans to field the GBU-76 take shape.
https://www.twz.com/air/next-generation-penetrator-bomb-slated-to-replace-mop-has-been-designated-gbu-76
2026-06-03
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Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned
There are signs now that the U.S. special operations community is on track to stop flying dedicated crewed surveillance planes entirely.
https://www.twz.com/air/any-plans-for-direct-u-28-draco-special-ops-surveillance-plane-replacement-abandoned
2026-06-03
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Iran Launches New Attacks On Kuwait, Bahrain
U.S. Central Command says it "conducted self-defense strikes on an Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island."
https://www.twz.com/news-features/iran-launches-new-attacks-on-kuwait-bahrain
2026-06-03
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Turkey’s Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery
The long-delayed HAVA SOJ is designed to blind enemy air defenses from outside highly contested airspace.
https://www.twz.com/air/turkeys-secretive-hava-soj-electronic-warfare-jet-appears-in-new-imagery
2026-06-02
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