More than 300 staff, students and graduate “Testers” of U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) celebrated 70 years since the school was established at Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River March 12. One of four major test pilot schools in the world, USNTPS has trained many distinguished Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and international … Dowiedz się więcej
The 482nd Fighter Wing held a large force exercise, CHUMEX, bringing together multiple units and aircraft for training focused on teamwork and real-world combat scenarios. While the training wrapped-up Wednesday, members from Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., ventured to the base for the exercise. Airframes participating in the exercise included T-38s, F-22s, and Homestead’s own … Dowiedz się więcej
Preparations have begun at RAF Valley to showcase the BAE Hawk T2 advanced fast jet trainer at airshows across the UK in 2015. Built by BAE Systems at Warton in Lancashire, the Hawk T2 is one of the most advanced fast jet training aircraft in the world. In the UK, it is operated by IV(R) … Dowiedz się więcej
Lieutenant General Christos Vaitsis is the new Chief of the Hellenic Air Force General Staff (HAFGS). He assumed his duties from General Evangelos Tournas on February 27, 2015, on a ceremony held at Dekelia Air Base, Tatoi. The ceremony was attended by the political leadership of the Ministry of National Defence. Source: HAF Author: Colonel … Dowiedz się więcej
The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, has revealed a new Union flag-inspired design on its world-famous jets. The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, has revealed a new Union flag-inspired design on its world-famous jets. Tailfins on the team’s Hawk aircraft have received the fresh look, reflecting British excellence. The … Dowiedz się więcej
After 50 years of service to the fleet, the J52 Engine Repair Program officially ended during a ceremony Feb. 4 at Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE). With the U.S. Navy’s transition of the EA-6B “Prowler” to the EA-18G “Growler,” engine overhauls are no longer required to support the platform. The U.S. Marine Corps will continue … Dowiedz się więcej