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Military Aviation News February 19, 2026

Berlin Denies Reports of Expanded F-35 Purchase Amid Tensions with France

Aviation News – Germany has officially moved to downplay reports suggesting it is preparing to increase its order of F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters, with a…

EXTRA NEWS, Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Hungary Retires Iconic Mi-24 Hind Fleet After Five Decades of Service

AviationNews – The Hungarian Air Force (Magyar Légierő) officially withdrew its fleet of Mil Mi-24 “Hind” attack helicopters from operational service in early February 2026….

Military Aviation News January 30, 2026

Canada Considers Mixed Fighter Fleet With Saab Gripen Alongside F-35

Aviation News – Canadian officials are weighing a shift toward a mixed fighter fleet that could pair fewer F-35As with Sweden’s Saab Gripen E, a…

Military Aviation News December 16, 2025

Finland Reveals First F-35A Lightning II in Major Milestone for Air Force Modernization

AviationNews – Finland and aerospace giant Lockheed Martin have officially celebrated the debut of the first Finnish F-35A Lightning II, marking a transformative step for…

Military Aviation News August 26, 2025

US Approves $1.85 Billion F-35 Sustainment Deal for Poland

Aviation News – The US government has approved a potential $1.85 billion foreign military sale to Poland for F-35 sustainment, marking a significant step in…