A Flight Test #Engineer mantra.. come for the #data...... stay for the views. #USAF crews with our 418th FLTS recently supported Boeing Defense teams with KC-46 Remote Vision System testing during rapidly changing lighting conditions across the Mugu Sea Test Range. U.S. Air Force Materiel Command ✈️show more

Our flight controls software is ready for system integration... testing, bringing us one step closer to Midnight’s first piloted flight. Archer’s engineers test our software across a wide range of conditions and locations—simulating the kinds of situations that pilots may encounter in the field.show more

Sergei Nikolaevich Tresvyatsky ( STEVE MCQUEEN Russian Version Was... a distinguished Soviet and Russian test pilot and cosmonaut who died on May 27, 2025, after a long illness. He was an Honored Test Pilot of the Russian Federation who worked at the Gromov Flight Research Institute (LII), was selected for the Buran program, and conducted extensive flight tests on various Soviet and Russian aircraft, including the MiG-21 and MiG-23. Key Facts: Occupation: Test Pilot and Cosmonaut Status: Died on May 27, 2025, after a prolonged illness Affiliation: Gromov Flight Research Institute (LII) Aircraft Tested: Conducted tests on a wide range of aircraft, including the MiG-21 and MiG-23. Cosmonaut Selection: Selected as a cosmonaut for Buran flights in 1985. Awards: Honored Test Pilot of the Russian Federation. Notable Incident : In 1993, he was involved in a mid-air collision while piloting a MiG-29 with another test pilot, Alexander Beschastnov, from the Russian Air Force. Both pilots successfully ejected from their aircraft, with the K-36DM ejection seat credited with saving their lives.show more

Met with the newly appointed Latvian Defense Minister Raivis... Melnis. We are expanding our strategic defense cooperation, focused on scaling the Drone Deal, introducing Latvian anti-drone systems, and deploying strike UAVs, UGVs, and sea drones to the front line. We discussed driving flexible EU credit lines directly into our top battlefield priorities and expanding support via the PURL mechanism. We also invited Latvian partners to leverage the Test in Ukraine initiative to battle-test cutting-edge innovations in real warfare conditions. Grateful to Latvia for committing 0.25% of its GDP to our victory and for leading the Drone Coalition. Together, we are building a true win-win partnership that secures the future of European defense.show more

I had the honor of attending the closing Air... show of the Ethiopian Air Force’s 90th anniversary a truly historic moment I will never forget. From start to finish, the celebration was magnificent, powerfully honoring nine decades of courage, discipline, and unwavering service to the nation. Ninety years of guarding Ethiopia’s skies is a remarkable legacy, marked with dignity, excellence, and pride. The occasion was further elevated by the presence of distinguished guests, including U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau Christopher Landau and U.S. Africa Command Commander General Dagvin R. M. Anderson, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) whose speeches honored the Air Force’s history, resilience, and strategic importance on an international level. As an honorary member of the Ethiopian Defense Force, I am deeply grateful for their presence and powerful words. I also had the opportunity to take a photo with these distinguished leaders during this historic occasion. God bless Ethiopia. May the Ethiopian Air Force continue to soar in strength, honor, and unity for generations to come. 🇪🇹✈️show more

🇺🇸🇸🇦Ten U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighters reportedly... landed at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. They flew in from RAF Lakenheath in the UK with heavy tanker support for the long transatlantic refueling haul. The F-35A is the most advanced fighter on the planet. It can penetrate any air defense system undetected, fuse data from every sensor in the battlespace, and engage targets before the enemy knows it exists. Its radar cross-section is the size of a golf ball. Source: Combat Aviationistshow more

Rest in Peace, 1st Lt. Ariana A. Bouche 🇺🇸🕊️... U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, just 27 years old. On March 12, 2026, she made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation during a mission in western Iraq. One of six courageous airmen lost in the line of duty, her bravery, dedication, and love for country will never be forgotten. Behind every call sign is a real hero with family, dreams, and unwavering commitment to freedom. Pray for her loved ones during this heartbreaking time. A grateful nation salutes you, Lieutenant. You soared high and served with honor. 💔✈️show more

Met with U.S. Congressmen Richard Blumenthal and Jim Himes... 🇺🇸🇺🇦 to advance our defense and tech partnership. Our focus is clear: protecting our skies, strengthening the front lines, and expanding a true win-win collaboration. Through the PURL initiative, Ukraine secures over 90% of its anti-ballistic capabilities. We continue to systematically degrade the enemy across all domains—Air, Land, and Economy—by shifting from defensive survival to scaling AI-driven asymmetry. Ukraine provides a unique value loop: testing partner tech in real combat and training AI models on unprecedented battlefield data. This is a mutual upgrade for global security. Grateful to the U.S. for standing with us as we push to end this war from a position of strength.show more

🇺🇸🇮🇷 How Iranian Missiles Are Challenging U.S. Air Defenses... Recent conflicts have intensified concerns within the Pentagon over the effectiveness of Iranian ballistic missile capabilities against advanced U.S. and allied air defense systems in the Middle East. According to military assessments and defense analysts, several Iranian missile systems appear capable of performing terminal phase maneuvers, changing their trajectory during the final seconds of flight. This makes it significantly more difficult for air defense systems to accurately predict the missile's path and execute a successful interception. Traditional missile defense systems calculate an incoming missile's trajectory well before impact. However, a missile that alters its course at the last moment can reduce interception opportunities and increase the likelihood of reaching its intended target with greater accuracy. The reported performance of these missiles has become a growing concern for the Pentagon, particularly after recent attacks on U.S. military facilities in the region. Analysts believe these capabilities are forcing the United States to reassess its missile defense posture, interceptor deployment, and early warning strategies across the Middle East. While U.S. air defense systems remain among the most advanced in the world, evolving missile technologies continue to create new operational challenges. The ongoing competition between increasingly sophisticated offensive missiles and modern defensive systems is expected to remain a key focus for military planners in the years ahead.show more

🚨 REGIONAL MILITARY BUILDUP CONTINUES Analysis circulating from regional... observers suggests the U.S. and its partners are still building out a defensive network across the Middle East in preparation for possible escalation with Iran. Key points: • At least 19 major U.S. bases and command centers across the region • Expanded deployment of Patriot and THAAD missile-defense systems • USS Abraham Lincoln expected to operate near Oman • F-15s in Jordan and British F-35s in Cyprus focused on air defense, not offensive operations Large-scale coordination of missile defense, logistics, and regional integration takes time, and the process appears to still be underway. The military puzzle is still being assembled. (Source: Amir Tsarfati) Stay connected, follow Mossad Commentary.show more

Many people online speculate that the drones spotted in... New Jersey might be the PteroDynamics Transwing X-P4. This drone transitions between two configurations: a quadcopter mode (7 feet by 4 feet) for vertical takeoff and landing and a fixed-wing airplane mode (7 feet by 13 feet) for efficient flight. PteroDynamics has contracts with the U.S. Navy, which tests drones at the Naval Air Station at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. The company has also carried out test flights from the flight deck of the USNS Burlington, which is currently stationed in New Jersey. This capability might explain the drone sightings reported from the sea. These sightings are likely tied to classified U.S. Navy drone testing, which explains the federal government’s silence on the matter. If these drones are not the PteroDynamics X-P4, they are likely similar unmanned aerial systems being evaluated by the U.S. military. That's the most logical explanation for why the federal government is allowing these operations to happen. At this point, it appears to be as much an experiment in psychological operations as it is a test of drone technology.show more

NEWS: SpaceX has released a statement after today's successful... 11th Starship test flight. "Every major objective of the flight test was achieved, providing valuable data as we prepare the next generation of Starship and Super Heavy. The flight test began with Super Heavy igniting all 33 Raptor engines and ascending over the Gulf. The successful first-stage ascent was followed by a hot-staging maneuver, with Starship’s upper stage igniting its six Raptor engines to continue its flight to space. Following stage separation, the Super Heavy booster completed its boostback burn to put it on a course to a pre-planned splashdown zone off the coast of Texas using 12 of the 13 planned engines. Under the same angle of attack tested on the previous flight, the booster descended until successfully igniting all 13 planned engines (including one that did not relight during the boostback burn) for the high-thrust portion of the landing burn. The booster successfully executed a unique landing burn planned for use on the next generation booster. Super Heavy hovered above the water before shutting down its engines and splashing down. After completing a full-duration ascent burn, Starship achieved its planned velocity and trajectory. During flight, Starship successfully deployed eight Starlink simulators and executed the third in-space relight of a Raptor engine, demonstrating a critical capability for future deorbit burns. Starship re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere and was able to gather extensive data on the performance of its heatshield as it was intentionally stressed to test the limits of the vehicle’s capabilities. In the final minutes of flight, Starship performed a dynamic banking maneuver to mimic the trajectory that future missions returning to Starbase will fly. Starship then guided itself using its four flaps to the pre-planned splashdown zone in the Indian Ocean, successfully executing a landing flip, landing burn, and soft splashdown. Focus now turns to the next generation of Starship and Super Heavy, with multiple vehicles currently in active build and preparing for tests. This next iteration will be used for the first Starship orbital flights, operational payload missions, propellant transfer, and more as we iterate to a fully and rapidly reusable vehicle with service to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond."show more

🇦🇷🇺🇸 The Argentine Air Force launches a procurement procedure... for two KC-135R Stratotanker refueling aircraft, which are expected to become a key element in the integration of F-16AM/BM fighter jets being received from Denmark. It's noteworthy that the request for the purchase of the aircraft was made through a direct transfer mechanism from the US Air Force, which means receiving already operational aircraft with available flight decks. The decision is directly related to the F-16's range limitations, as without aerial refueling, their combat radius remains tied to their internal fuel supply, which is critical given Argentina's geography. The KC-135R is capable of transferring fuel at altitude and speed, ensuring the continuity of strike fighter flights, effectively transforming the F-16 from an interceptor role to a tool for projecting power over long distances, including the Falkland Islands and southern regions. Additionally, the platform retains a transport function, carrying up to 37 tons of cargo, which partially fills the gap left after the decommissioning of the last Boeing 707s, when the country lost its full-fledged strategic transport aviation capability. Video is made Grok AIshow more

‼️🇺🇲🇨🇳 For the first time, the U.S. Air Force... has publicly announced the launch of a Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) from a B-2 bomber. The test took place during recent exercises north of the Mariana Islands in the Pacific Ocean, with reports confirming that the target ship was successfully struck. The bomber utilized the LRASM anti-ship missile, which features a range of approximately 370 kilometers and a 450-kilogram warhead. As a reminder, this missile has already been integrated onto F/A-18E/F Super Hornet carrier-based fighters and B-1B Lancer bombers. Work is also underway to integrate it onto P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, as well as F-15EX and F-35 fighters. The capability to deploy LRASMs from B-2 Spirit bombers could mark a highly significant development, as the range and low radar observability (stealth) of these aircraft unlock new operational possibilities for utilizing these anti-ship missiles. Furthermore, conducting this test specifically in the Pacific region can be interpreted as a very clear hint directed at China. Video is made Grok AIshow more

⚠️A POWERFUL Bomb Cyclone is set to slam Europe... on Thursday as it tracks through the English Channel, bringing Heavy Snow, Strong Wind, and Rain. 💨 Hurricane force Wind Gusts are possible along parts of the French coast, with wind gusts expected to exceed 70mph as the storm rapidly "bombs out". ❄️ On the back side of the storm, Heavy Snow and Blizzard Conditions could develop across parts of England, as cold air wraps in behind the system and winds absolutely CRANK. ⚠️ This is a high impact, fast moving storm, capable of producing major travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions across multiple countries. Normally, I stick to US Weather, but this will be a very impactful Storm for our European Brotheren so I thought it was worth covering. Heads up my European Brotherenshow more

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🚨🇮🇱 A large blast occurred tonight at the same... Israeli defense firm facility where a mushroom-cloud "routine test" took place in April 2021 The testing ground reportedly belongs to Tomer, the state-owned defense firm that develops engines for Arrow 2 and Arrow 3 interceptor missiles. The timing is significant. The explosion reportedly occurred on the Sabbath, when Israelis typically do not work unless war is imminent or critical operations require it. Tomer reportedly stated the blast was "a pre-planned experiment carried out according to plan." No prior warning was reportedly issued to local residents. Reporters were initially told to remove coverage entirely, then permitted to publish without audio, then finally allowed to mention a defense company. The location is consistent with rocket propulsion testing tied to Sdot Micha Airbase, a major secretive Israeli Air Force missile base in the area. Whether genuine experiment, war preparation, or signal aimed at Tehran remains unconfirmed.show more

❗️❗️🇺🇸🇮🇷Tehran has rapidly widened its multi-front assault against Washington,... launching a fresh volley of ballistic missiles directly from northwestern Iran at a critical joint US-Jordanian airbase. At least five heavy Iranian ballistic missiles targeted the strategic Muwaffaq Salti Air Base near Azraq, a vital operational hub shared by the United States and the Royal Jordanian Air Force. Air defense systems were immediately activated across the region, triggering intense interception engagements in the night sky. While active combat operations are still ongoing, Western military officials are scrambling to assess whether any of the Iranian missiles successfully penetrated the defensive shield to score direct hits on the highly sensitive installation. By directly striking a military installation inside Jordan, Iran is deliberately tearing up the regional security architecture to test the breaking point of American and Arab collective defense. This aggressive expansion of the target list demonstrates that Tehran is no longer content with localized skirmishes, opting instead for an all-out, unrestricted ballistic war designed to overwhelm regional air defenses and physically drive American forces out of the Middle East.show more

Our tropical FOX Model just updated, and is interesting... for sure. Continues on the point that the Texas coastline to Louisiana should keep tabs closely with Hurricane Beryl. I think the most likely path at now would be more into far SE TX or NE Mexico, but there is clearly a wide range of outcomes. The FOX Model did good with Hurricane Ian's southward track from range. It did good so far with #Beryl and it's track from this weekend. The test is Wednesday, it takes the center basically over southern Jamaica, as opposed to keeping the center out over the water. Watch how it is on the "edge" of the cone this weekend in the Gulf, then "feels" that window of renewed favorable conditions for strengthening. Definitely do not think "tossing" this outcome is reasonable. Once it crosses Jamaica Wednesday I think (hope) maybe some more clarity will come in. Water temps are still extremely high in the Gulf remember too.show more