The Boeing 747-400, introduced in the late 1980s, represented a significant evolution of the iconic 747, featuring improved aerodynamics, advanced avionics, and substantially improved fuel efficiency. One distinctive aspect of the 747-400 program was Boeing’s decision to certify the aircraft with three different engine types: the General Electric CF6-80C2, Pratt & Whitney PW4000-94, and Rolls-Royce … Read more
South Korea is working on the introduction of an air-to-ground capability for the KF-21 Boramae, as well as a new air-to-air missile and a new domestically-developed engine. South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) released on Dec. 23, 2025, a video of air-to-ground weapons’ drop trials with the indigenous KF-21 Boramae. The videos shows multiple … Read more
The YJ-21E spotted on the J-10C is a smaller variant of the larger YJ-21/KD-21 predominantly spotted on the H-6K bomber, specifically designed for fighter jets and drones. China’s J-10C fighter has emerged in a recent photograph with what observers have identified as the ‘E’ variant of the YJ-21 Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile (AShBM), the YJ-21E. Describing … Read more
“You better watch out. You better not cry.” His experimental craft and isolated North Pole location didn’t prevent Santa from getting a no-notice check. Santa had a big job to do last night. He has to do what is seemingly impossible. That is to deliver Christmas gifts to millions of toys to good little boys … Read more
The Taurus NEO is an enhanced variant of the German-Swedish Taurus KEPD 350 air-launched cruise missile. Setting the stage for the development and future production of the German-Swedish Taurus KEPD 350 Air-Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM), Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) signed a contract for “preparing a serial production … Read more
Why do some airlines call themselves “airlines” (or “air lines”) while others call themselves “airways,” and still others call themselves “air”? To some degree, the names reflect different ways of conceptualizing the revolutionary new mode of travel in the skies. At the end of the day, what an airline calls itself is mostly a marketing … Read more
An Australian Army Cadet solders the working parts of a drone. (Image: Defence) The Australian Army Cadets has launched a new program that seeks to teach cadets the process of building, programming and piloting racing drones. The Futures Program and 400 ACU Drone Racing Unit is providing young cadets with access to contemporary technology while … Read more
In a highly intriguing development, Singapore Airlines has confirmed that the Airbus A380 will be flown to Dubai. Even more unusually, it’ll be used during the summer, when temperatures are boiling hot. It’ll replace the Boeing 777-300ER. According to Cirium Diio, the Star Alliance member had only previously deployed the superjumbo to the ever-popular Middle … Read more
The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has awarded Leonardo UK a contract to supply the U.S. Navy with an undisclosed number of BriteCloud decoys, designated by the military as AN/ALQ-260(V) Anti-Missile Countermeasure. The development follows report … Read more
A United Express flight landing in Charlottesville experienced a scare after its right wing tip impacted the runway during an attempt to touch down. The aircraft — a Skywest-operated Bombardier CRJ-700 — conducted a go-around after the wing strike and landed safely on its second attempt. While the aircraft ultimately landed safely, questions are being … Read more