#Aviation

Eight Su-34Ms in Weeks: Expert Estimates Time Needed for Russia to Replace Them

Politics 10/30/2026, 12:30

Over the past weeks, the Defense Forces have destroyed eight Su-34Ms, which, according to an expert, is comparable to two years of work by the Novosibirsk Aviation Plant. The cost of losses along with equipment is estimated at around $400 million.

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Starlink Onboard: easyJet Announces Satellite Internet Rollout Across Its Flights

Technology 10/28/2026, 21:31

SpaceX and easyJet have announced the introduction of Starlink satellite internet on aircraft. Passengers are promised fast and stable connectivity throughout the flight.

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Pentagon and Lockheed Martin Seal Major Deal for 850 F-35 Fighters

Technology 10/23/2026, 15:14

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have signed a 10-year agreement to supply at least 850 F-35 fighters. The deal includes spare parts, upgrades, and $7 billion in company investments.

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Ukrainian Antonov Ruslan aircraft catches fire at Japan's Chubu Centrair International Airport

Incidents 10/23/2026, 01:40

On October 22, a Ukrainian Antonov An-124 Ruslan cargo plane caught fire at Chubu Airport in Japan. The runway was closed for 15 minutes before regular operations resumed.

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"God Save Us": Passenger kneels and prays at Sheremetyevo Airport amid Moscow flight collapse

Incidents 10/18/2026, 10:01

A video from Sheremetyevo Airport has gone viral on social media: a passenger stranded by the nighttime closure of Moscow's skies knelt and prayed in front of the flight board. Over 370 aircraft were affected by restrictions.

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US Lawmakers Demand Suspension of AI Controlling Air Traffic Control

Technology 10/15/2026, 17:02

US lawmakers have demanded the FAA suspend the SMART AI air traffic system deployed across the Washington metropolitan area.

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Queen Suthida of Thailand Completes Historic First Solo Flight in a Gripen Fighter Jet

Incidents 10/11/2026, 20:49

Queen Suthida of Thailand has completed her first solo flight in a JAS 39 Gripen fighter jet, becoming the country's first female pilot of such aircraft.

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Flight Cancellations in Russia Double Amid Massive Drone Attacks

Incidents 10/09/2026, 16:35

In January-September 2026, flight cancellations in Russia doubled due to drone attacks, and the number of passengers waiting over three hours reached 7.6 million.

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Algeria regularly transports weapons for Russia over NATO territory, media reports

Politics 10/07/2026, 12:31

Algerian military transport planes regularly deliver cargo to Russia, flying over NATO countries including Poland, alarming European analysts.

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European Defense Industry Still Lives in Peacetime, and F-16 Components are Lacking, Expert Says

Politics 10/05/2026, 10:46

Intensive operation of F-16s in Ukraine leads to a shortage of spare parts and repair delays, as the European defense industry is not ready for a war of attrition.

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Boeing 737 MAX 10 Nears Certification as US Regulator Clears Software Concerns

Economy 10/03/2026, 18:01

US regulator rules that software glitch in Boeing 737 MAX does not threaten safety, clearing the path for MAX 10 certification by late October.

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Ukrainian Mirage 2000-5F fighter successfully destroys Banderol missiles with its cannon for the first time

Technology 10/03/2026, 15:50

Ukrainian Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets have shot down a Russian S-8000 'Banderol' cruise missile using built-in 30mm cannons for the first time in history.

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Ukrainian Mirage Fighter Jet First in History Shoots Down Banderol Missile with Board Cannon

Technology 10/03/2026, 01:09

A Ukrainian Mirage 2000-5F fighter jet has for the first time in history shot down a Russian Banderol cruise missile using its onboard cannon, saving scarce air defense ammunition.

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Zelenskyy: F-16s shoot down Russian jet drones, but half of the jets are under repair in Europe

Politics 10/02/2026, 11:38

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that F-16 fighter jets effectively shoot down Russian jet drones, but about half of the aircraft are undergoing lengthy repairs in Europe.

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Israeli Defense Minister Says FlyDubai Flight Incident Was a Terrorist Plot

Incidents 09/30/2026, 17:51

Israeli authorities officially stated that the incident aboard the FlyDubai flight on September 30, 2026, was a terrorist attempt prevented by passengers.

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"The 300-Hour Crisis": Why More Than Half of Ukrainian F-16s Are Grounded in Europe

Politics 09/30/2026, 10:31

Due to maintenance delays in Belgium, more than half of Ukraine's F-16 fighter fleet is temporarily grounded, prompting calls for urgent logistical overhauls.

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US Proposes $30 Billion to Overhaul Air Traffic Control System

Technology 09/29/2026, 19:42

The US plans to direct 30 billion dollars to modernize its air traffic control system following a series of massive disruptions in aviation infrastructure.

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Return of the Legend: US May Bring Back the SR-71 Blackbird Reconnaissance Aircraft

Technology 09/29/2026, 19:05

NASA may return the legendary high-altitude spy plane SR-71 Blackbird to the skies 27 years after its retirement, though experts highlight massive technical hurdles.

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