Articles by Rob Vogelaar

Space News April 2, 2026

Artemis II Launch Marks Historic Return of Humans to the Moon

Four astronauts have begun their journey toward the Moon, marking the first crewed lunar mission since 1972 and a major milestone for space exploration. The…

Civilian aviation news April 2, 2026

Regional Lessor Abelo Expands Orderbook With 3 ATR 72-600 Options

Aviation News – Leading turboprop lessor Abelo has officially exercised three additional options for the ATR 72-600, expanding its commitment to high-efficiency regional aviation. The…

Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II 20-5601/LN 48FW/495FS USAF

Military Aviation News April 1, 2026

U.S. Air Force Pilot Ejects Safely Following F-35A Lightning II Crash During Nevada Training Mission

Aviation News – A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II crashed during a routine mission over the Nevada Test & Training Range (NTTR) on March…

Military Drone April 1, 2026

Northrop Grumman Showcases Autonomous Warfare Breakthrough with Lumberjack Drone Demonstration

Aviation News – Northrop Grumman has successfully demonstrated the advanced autonomous mission capabilities of its Lumberjack Group 3 Uncrewed Aircraft System during a major U.S….

Space News March 31, 2026

European Engineering Takes Center Stage as Artemis II Preparations Enter Final Phase

Aviation News – The Orion European Service Module (ESM-2) has officially been declared “go” for flight, marking a definitive milestone for the Artemis II mission….

Second Indonesian Airbus A400M delivered

Military Aviation News March 31, 2026

Indonesia Strengthens Strategic Airlift Capacity with Arrival of Second Airbus A400M

Aviation News – Indonesia has officially taken delivery of its second Airbus A400M military transport aircraft, completing a multi-year procurement process to modernize the nation’s…

Military Aviation News March 31, 2026

USAF 34th Fighter Squadron Named Top Air Force Unit After Historic F-35A Combat Success

Aviation News – The 34th Fighter Squadron, known as the “Rude Rams,” has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Raytheon Award as the top fighter squadron…

The Airbus Bird of Prey interceptor drone successfully completed its first demo flight. Copyright Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2026

Military Aviation News, Military Drone March 31, 2026

Airbus ‘Bird of Prey’ Drone Successfully Intercepts Target in Landmark German Test Flight

Aviation News – Airbus has successfully completed the first demonstration flight of its Bird of Prey interceptor drone, a reusable system designed to autonomously neutralize…

Space News March 30, 2026

China Successfully Launches Lijian-2 Y1 Carrier Rocket with Triple Satellite Payload

On March 30, 2026, China successfully launched the Lijian-2 Y1 carrier rocket from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone, marking a significant milestone in…

Military Drone March 30, 2026

Ukrainian Drone Manufacturer General Cherry Expands Production to United States Through Wilcox Industries Partnership

Aviation News – General Cherry, a leading Ukrainian drone manufacturer, has officially signed a strategic agreement with American military producer Wilcox Industries to begin manufacturing…

Military Aviation News March 30, 2026

US Air Force Deploys First Permanently Based F-35A Fighters to Misawa Air Base

Aviation News – The U.S. Air Force has stationed its first permanently based F-35A Lightning II jets at Misawa Air Base in Japan, marking a…

Military Aviation News March 30, 2026

Mexican Navy Announce 300 Million USD Aviation Expansion

Aviation News – The Mexican Air Force (FAM) and Naval Aviation (SEMAR) have announced a massive fleet modernization, headlined by the purchase of a Lockheed…

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