A Mig 17 on display at the 2025 Southern California Air Show, March ARB, California, April 12, 2025. The Southern California Air Show offered visitors a unique opportunity to witness the cutting-edge technology and capabilities of various aircraft, including the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation tanker, the KC-46A Pegasus. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Lewis)

An F-5A on display at the 2025 Southern California Air Show, March ARB, California, April 12, 2025. The Southern California Air Show offered visitors a unique opportunity to witness the cutting-edge technology and capabilities of various aircraft, including the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation tanker, the KC-46A Pegasus. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Lewis)

P-51 Mustangs on display at the 2025 Southern California Air Show, March ARB, California, April 12, 2025.
(Courtesy photos by CAP 1LT Drewitz)


U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 12, 2025) An EA-18G Growler, attached to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during flight operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 12, 2025) A U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman checks ordnance on an F-35C Lightning II, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during flight operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 11, 2025) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during flight operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 and an F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the "Golden Warriors" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87 fly over the world's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72), April 11, 2025. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is underway in the Atlantic Ocean completing integrated naval warfighting training. Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) is the Joint Force’s most complex integrated training event and prepares naval task forces for sustained high-end Joint and combined combat. Integrated naval training provides America’s civilian leaders and commanders highly-capable forces that deter adversaries, underpin American security and economic prosperity, and reassure Allies and partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maxwell Orlosky)

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels, perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mason Coots)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demonstration Team alongside the P-51 Mustang prepares for a heritage flight formation alongside for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The single-ship performance team demonstrated the professionalism instilled in Air Force pilots and showed the capabilities of the F-16C Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

LEEUWARDEN AIR BASE, Netherlands, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) showcased the first-ever live classified data share outside the United States between an F-35 in flight and Keystone, a Dutch Command and Control (C2) environment at Ramstein Flag, Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) exercise.

In this real-time live fly exercise, Dutch F-35s operating in an Anti-Access Area Denial environment, successfully detected, identified, and passed targeting data on multiple simulated ground effectors via Multifunction Advanced Datalink through a Skunk Works' Open Systems Gateway (OSG) into Keystone. Keystone then transmitted the data to a rocket artillery platform which engaged a ground target and confirmed successful takedown, effectively closing the loop. This entire process was executed from start to finish in a matter of minutes. This is a first, and a significant step forward in multi-domain integration, proving F-35 interoperability between several allied nations in real-time.

By unlocking the vast amount of data from an F-35, the Skunk Works OSG enables allied air and missile defense systems to receive precise targeting information, allowing them to detect, track, and defeat threats more effectively. This enhanced situational awareness, and interoperability empowers joint forces to respond more quickly and decisively, ultimately strengthening collective defense of partners and allies.

"Ramstein Flag was a resounding success, demonstrating the power of collaboration between United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), and Skunk Works", said RNLAF Air Commodore Bert 'Vida' de Smit. "We are thrilled with the results and look forward to continuing this work with our partners to drive innovation and advance our integrated battlespace capabilities."

"The combined joint all-domain capabilities demonstrated at Ramstein Flag are a breakthrough in multi-domain operations, emphasizing the F-35's ability to seamlessly integrate with our international partners' C2 environments," said OJ Sanchez, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. "This achievement is a testament to the strength of our partnerships with the RNLAF and USAFE-AFAFRICA. Lockheed Martin is accelerating delivery of novel MDO capabilities that enhance the effectiveness of our allies' F-35 fleets to ensure peace through allied strength."

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works is committed to delivering open architecture solutions that enhance multi-domain integration capabilities across allied forces.

This week, RAF Eurofighter Typhoons and Swedish Air Force JAS-39 Gripens conducted training together for the first time since the start of their joint deployment to Malbork, Poland.

The British Typhoons departed Malbork Air Base first to simulate an adversary formation, with the Swedish Gripens being scrambled to intercept the Typhoons, supported by a German Air Force A400M air-to-air refuelling aircraft.

This is a first for the detachment, however it is not the first time the RAF Typhoon and Swedish Air Force Gripen aircraft have trained together. Previously, the aircraft from the RAF and Swedish Air Force carried out joint training in October 2022 as part of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) at Ravlunda Range in southern Sweden.

This week’s training sortie allowed pilots from No. II (Army Cooperation) Squadron and Swedish Air Force 211 and 212 Fighter Squadrons, to gain first-hand experience of working together. This will lead to a better understanding of capabilities and increased interoperability both in the air and amongst the ground crews.

Conducting air-to-air refuelling from a German A400M was another first for pilots from No. II (AC) Squadron, further enhancing the squadrons capability whilst operating in the enhanced Air Policing mission.

Operation Chessman is the UK contingent delivering the NATO enhanced Air Policing mission. RAF personnel currently deployed at Malbork Airbase, are under the command of 140 Expeditionary Air Wing. Personnel from across the RAF are currently deployed to Malbork alongside NATO's newest member, Sweden, until July 2025.
(Photos courtesy of the RAF)

The end of "MILEX" 2025.

From March 25 to April 10, the European Union conducted the "MILEX" exercise, a full-scale crisis management training exercise.

Two Mirage 2000D crews from Nancy Air Base 133 participated in the closing ceremony at the Hungarian airbase in Pápa. The program included discussions with civilian and military participants, followed by a VIP aircraft escort by French aircraft from the 3rd Fighter Wing.
(Photo courtesy of Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace)

Some more photos courtesy of the Koninklijke Luchtmacht, taken during the current Ramstein Flag 2025.

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi to the runway after being armed with a missile to launch during Combat Archer UK at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 14, 2025. Combat Archer is one of six elements in the Combat Weapons System Evaluation Program conducted to prepare and evaluate fighter squadrons’ readiness for combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)


A team of U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Squadron work together to arm an F-16 Fighting Falcon for missile launch during Combat Archer UK at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 14, 2025. Combat Archer UK provided live-fire air-to-air experience against threat-representative unmanned systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 14, 2025) U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnancemen load ordnance onto an F-35C Lightning II aircraft, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 12, 2025) An EA-18G Growler, attached to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing sits on the flightline before a mission at RAF Mildenhall, England, April 10, 2025. The 100th ARW maintains the KC-135 to provide aerial refueling around Europe to U.S. and NATO partners and allies aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martínez)

Two Royal Danish Air Force F-35 Lightning IIs fly alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England in support of Ramstein Flag 25 over the North Sea, April 10, 2025. The KC-135 provided F-35s with fuel, aiding in RAFL 25’s last mission’s success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martínez)

A Royal Danish Air Force F-35 Lightning II flies alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England in support of Ramstein Flag 25 over the North Sea, April 10, 2025. The KC-135 provided F-35s with fuel, aiding in RAFL 25’s last mission’s success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martínez)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis to finish a sortie after practicing integrated air and missile defense during Combat Archer UK at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 15, 2025. Combat Archer UK provided live-fire air-to-air experience against threat-representative targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft assigned to the F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team sits on the flightline at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 12, 2025. The fifth-generation fighter has been in service since 2005, combining stealth, speed, and agility to maintain air dominance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft performs a heritage flight alongside a P-51 Mustang aircraft for the Altus Airpower Stampede Open House and Air Show at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 13, 2025. Heritage flights connect the Air Force’s past and present and honor the sacrifices of those who have served while celebrating the evolution of air power. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss and by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston )


Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, April 16, 2025 – The Embraer (NYSE: ERJ / B3: EMBR3) E190-E2 and E195-E2, the world’s most fuel-efficient and quiet single-aisle aircraft, have been awarded type acceptance certificates by the Mongolia Civil Aviation Authority (MCAA). This milestone paves the way for the introduction of the advanced E-Jets E2 family into Mongolia’s growing aviation market.

The certification follows rigorous assessments by MCAA, aligning with global aviation standards already met by the aircraft through certifications from the FAA (US), EASA (Europe), ANAC (Brazil), CAAS (Singapore) and CAAC (China).

“We thank the Mongolia Civil Aviation Authority for their diligent assessment and confidence in Embraer’s aircraft,” said Martyn Holmes, Chief Commercial Officer of Embraer Commercial Aviation. “Certification paves the way for more business opportunities as we continue to expand our footprint in Mongolia. The E2 is ready to be a strategic asset for Mongolian carriers seeking to modernize their fleets and grow their networks. We look forward to supporting Mongolia’s growing aviation market with these game-changing aircraft.”

Embraer’s presence in Mongolia began in 2018, when ERJ 145 entered service with Aero Mongolia. In 2019, Hunnu Air, the largest private airline in the country, added two E190s to its fleet, leveraging their efficiency and versatility to serve domestic and international routes between Mongolia and neighboring countries/regions. Most recently, in 2023, Hunnu Air launched direct services between Ulaanbaatar and Beijing Daxing using E-Jets. These milestones underscore Embraer’s long-standing partnership with Mongolian airlines in advancing the nation’s aviation capabilities.

Antonov arrival at Base Ohakea Today, Base Ohakea welcomed the colossal Antonov AN-124 aircraft, delivering essential components for the construction of our new P-8A Poseidon training facility. This marks a significant milestone in enhancing New Zealand's maritime patrol capabilities.

An integrated project team, led by the Ministry of Defence, is working with Boeing to install the facility, which will include a life-sized flight simulator housed inside No. 5 Squadron’s purpose-built Te Whare Toroa building.

The facility is part of the existing $2.3 billion project that delivered four Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft in 2023, along with mission systems, ground support equipment and spare parts.

The training facility at Base Ohakea will be completed and ready for use in 2026.
(Photos courtesy of CPL M Butcher)

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 15, 2025) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)

An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the “Fighting Redcocks” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 flies near the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2025. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Edward Jacome)

An E/A-18G Growler from the “Cougars” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139 takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2025. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tomas R. Valdes)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron, approaches during a barrier certification test at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 11, 2025. The aircraft underwent a barrier engagement to ensure operational readiness and pilot safety in emergency landing scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Keira Cole)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron catches the barrier cable during a certification test on the flightline at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 11, 2025. The aircraft completed the barrier engagement to validate the emergency aircraft arresting system and ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Keira Cole)

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – April 17, 2025 – Azorra has delivered the first of two new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Hunnu Air, marking a new partnership for the lessor and the first E2 to operate in Mongolia.

The E195-E2 delivered from Azorra’s firm orderbook with Embraer will support Hunnu Air as it grows its fleet and expands its route network to key destinations across Asia-Pacific, offering greater capacity and longer-range capability.

John Evans, CEO and Founder, Azorra, says: “We are thrilled to deliver Mongolia's first new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to our valued partners at Hunnu Air. This is a significant step in the growth of Hunnu Air and a major milestone for the future of aviation in Mongolia. This delivery also reinforces our strong partnership with Embraer. The E195-E2 is a modern, fuel-efficient aircraft that is optimally designed to reduce operating costs and improve efficiencies in existing markets, while facilitating the exploration and development of new markets. As demand for these jets surges across the Asia-Pacific region, we are excited to continue providing our airline partners with innovative fleet solutions.”

Munkhjargal Purevjal, CEO, Hunnu Air, says: “We’ve been an E190 operator since 2019 and the E195-E2 is the perfect extension as we meet growing demand for air travel across Mongolia and beyond. These new generation aircraft will allow us to increase capacity to Haikou, Sanya, and Phu Quoc, expand services to Japan, China, Vietnam, India and South Korea, and introduce scheduled flights to Tashkent. We’re thankful for the support of Azorra and Embraer as the E2 will be integral to our long-term growth.”

Martyn Holmes, Chief Commercial Officer, Embraer Commercial Aviation, says: “The entry of the E195-E2 into Mongolia is a key development for the region’s aviation landscape. The aircraft’s advanced technology, low noise levels, unbeatable efficiency, and unparalleled passenger comfort make it the ideal choice for airlines looking to grow strategically while optimizing operational costs. We look forward to supporting Hunnu Air’s strategic growth and thank Hunnu Air for their continued partnership and our leasing partner Azorra for their continued collaboration, combining again with Embraer.”

Azorra continues to work with Embraer to strengthen the E2’s presence in Asia, having previously delivered the region’s first E2 aircraft to Scoot in April 2024. The addition of Hunnu Air to Azorra’s expanding network of airline customers highlights the increasing demand for fuel-efficient, comfortable, new generation aircraft in the region.