Fighter jets

US to drastically cut aircraft and warships assigned to NATO in Europe, officials say

The decision would limit NATO's ability to launch long-range strikes and conduct surveillance, the report said.

Newly acquired Polish F-35 Lightning II stealth strike fighters, named 'Husarz' in reference to the Polish "winged hussar" cavalry units, fly in formation accompanied by F-16 jets during a flypast over Westerplatte, as part of the celebratory event dubbed "Welcome to Poland", in Gdansk, Poland, June
Arkia aircraft Airbus a321neo LR arrives for a welcome ceremony after his landing at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv on November 13, 2018.

Israeli Arkia passenger flight loses contact over Hungary, NATO scrambles fighter jets

Scale models of the Franco-German-Spanish Future Combat Air System (FCAS / SCAF), Europe's next-generation fighter jet, are seen in Paris, France, February 20, 2020

Germany and France drop joint fighter jet project

 Latvian, French and NATO flags flutter in front of a French Rafale fighter jet of the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission, in the Lielvarde air base, Latvia April 14, 2026.

French fighter jet shoots down Russian drone over NATO territory as security incidents escalate


Russia jams signal of RAF jet carrying UK's Defense Minister Healey after trip to Estonia - report

One of the pilots described the matter to the Times as a rare incident that he hadn’t experienced “in a long time.” 

British Defence Secretary John Healey walks to attend a cabinet meeting at Downing Street, the day before the State Opening of Parliament, in London, Britain, May 12, 2026.

Russian fighter jets intercept British RAF planes over Black Sea on two separate occasions

UK defense officials said Russian Su-35 and Su-27 fighter jets flew within six meters of British reconnaissance aircraft, triggering emergency systems in the most serious encounter in years.

A Russian Su-27, flies over the Black Sea alongside an RAF Rivet Joint aircraft (not pictured) in April 2026.

Could Pakistan's reported sending forces to Saudi Arabia change regional power balance? - analysis

The deployment includes “8,000 troops, JF-17 jets, drones, HQ-9 air defense system,” and Pakistan will operate the military platforms.

PAKISTAN'S PRIME Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan Asim Munir, reviews the parade at the passing out ceremony of 151st Long Course at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul, Abbottabad, Pakistan April 26, 2025.

Pakistan sends thousands of troops, jet squadron to Saudi Arabia Iran war

The deployment is described as a substantial, combat-capable force intended to support Saudi Arabia's military if the kingdom comes under further attack.

Army soldiers patrol a road as Pakistan prepares to host U.S. and Iran for the second round of peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 24, 2026.

Israel set for first-ever F-35 external fuel tank upgrade in force buildup push

New capability would reduce reliance on aerial refueling and improve operational flexibility in long-range missions. But it remains unclear if it would affect aircraft's stealth capabilities

The F-35 "Adir" fighter jet.

Israeli Air Force says it dropped 135,000 bombs in recent wars, warns of Syrian military rebuild

The Israel Air Force dropped 135,000 bombs in recent years of conflict, including 23,860 requested directly by ground forces for immediate support in Gaza and Lebanon.

Illustrative Israeli F16s.

Korean fighter jet pilot fined five years after damaging plane while filming during flight

A South Korean Major pilot was fined approximately $60,000 after causing a mid-air collision during a 2021 flight while attempting to take pictures.

An F-15K landing; illustrative.

IAF pilot reveals he considered recording keepsakes for his family during Operation Roaring Lion

An IAF pilot shared how he contemplated recording a message for his family during Operation Roaring Lion, focusing on the mission despite the emotional challenges.

An Israeli F-16 taking off at an undisclosed location, published on March 11, 2026.

After F-15s assassinated Khamenei, Air Force Base chief says now hunting Iran ballistic missiles

IDF Hatzerim Air Force Base Chief Brig. Gen. "R" tells the Post about stalking Iran ballistic missile crews and the dangers of air defenses, even with general air supremacy.

An Israeli Air Force F-35 flies during an aerial demonstration at a graduation ceremony for Israeli Air Force pilots at the Hatzerim Airbase in southern Israel, June 24, 2021

Second US fighter jet downed in Persian Gulf, pilot rescued after ejection

US media reported that the sole pilot on board was safely rescued, with Tehran claiming the shootdown of the A-10 as the second successful strike on a US aircraft within 24 hours.

An A-10 Thunderbolt II is displayed at Al-Maktoum International Airport during the Dubai Airshow 2025 in Dubai on November 20, 2025.