Aircraft

Congressional ‘BRRRRT Act’ seeks to keep the A-10 flying, but veteran pilot warns of capability gap

The legislation comes amid a long-running debate over the future of the A-10 and whether newer aircraft can adequately replace its close air support and combat search-and-rescue capabilities.

US Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt aircrafts fly during the US-led Saber Strike exercise in the air over Latvia June 6, 2018.
US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia, on July 22, 2026.

Trump's Air Force One swap in Turkey caused by Iran-backed terrorist proxy threat - report

A US Navy Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft in flight at Lann Bihoue in France on June 10, 2018.

IDF considering purchase of anti-submarine aircraft amid growing Turkish threat

American aircraft take off from Ben Gurion airport, during the Israel/US war with Iran, March 04, 2026.

No flight cancellations expected at Ben-Gurion, Airports Authority chairman says


Bulgaria denies US tanker aircraft will be used in operations against Iran

Prime Minister Rumen Radev said it was "categorically out of the question for military operations in the Middle East to be conducted from Bulgarian territory."

FILE PHOTO: US Air Force planes on the tarmac of Sofia airport, Bulgaria, February 19, 2026.

How Anduril's new 'Thunder system' could reshape the future of drone warfare - analysis

A new concept from US defense firm Anduril highlights how manned-unmanned teaming and drone swarms could reshape the battlefield of tomorrow.

Anduril Industries, Inc. signage is displayed above the company's booth at Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week at the Tampa Convention Center on May 19, 2026 in Tampa, Florida.

More women in the cockpit: Israir welcomes three new female pilots, reaching a record high

Israir now employs seven female pilots, representing around 10% of its operational pilot workforce, as the airline expands its fleet with two Airbus A330 aircraft.

Female pilot in the cockpit.

US, Iran conflict could force Ben-Gurion Airport to cancel 30 flights daily through summer - report

N12 reported that if seven more American refueling planes were added to Ben-Gurion Airport, bringing the total number to 40, the airport would be forced to cancel 30 flights a day from August 1.

American aircraft take off from Ben Gurion airport, during the Israel/US war with Iran, March 04, 2026.

Transportation Ministry to hold situational assessment amid fears of flight cancellations - report

The Transportation Ministry, Israel Airports Authority, and the Civil Aviation Authority will reportedly discuss the risks of flight cancellations caused by parked refueling aircraft at Ben-Gurion.

American aircraft take off from Ben Gurion airport, during the Israel/US war with Iran, March 04, 2026.

Crisis resolved: Most US refueling aircraft to leave Ben Gurion Airport to avoid flight disruptions

Israel will relocate most US refueling aircraft to IDF bases by July 21, easing airport congestion while maintaining security cooperation with Washington.

US aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport.

US opts to keep refuelers at Ben-Gurion Airport, putting 50,000 flight tickets at risk

Israeli air traffic control had reportedly been instructed by the Transport Ministry not to approve any further US refuelers for landing in Israel.

US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker takes off at Ben-Gurion Airport, March 5, 2026.

Two injured in light aircraft crash at Ein Vered airfield

A man in his 50s suffered moderate injuries to his head and limbs, the second occupant was lightly injured, and both were evacuated to Meir Medical Center in Kfar Saba

Fire and Resuce on scene at light plane crash at Ein Vered airstrip

Ryanair plane makes emergency landing after window 'dislodged,' partially sucking passenger out

Local media in Greece reported that a piece of engine broke off and smashed a window, causing the cabin to decompress and sucking one passenger partially out of the window.

Two Boeing 737-8AS passenger aircrafts of Ryanair airline, taxi on a runway at Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, in Malaga, Spain, May 3, 2024; illustrative.

US Navy calls off search for missing sailor following helicopter crash in Arabian Sea

The US military said no foul play is suspected in the incident, which also injured three additional sailors.

This US Navy handout photo released on May 8, 2026 by US Central Command Public Affairs shows an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter; Illustrative.