Taiwan's military has launched a large-scale search and rescue operation following the crash of a Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF) F-16V Block 20 fighter jet off Hualien County. The pilot, Captain Hsin Po-yi, is still unaccounted for as of the latest official updates.
Dassault Aviation has released a new book titled 'Le Rafale Marine' that pays tribute to the aircraft and its capabilities. Former Dassault employee Cyrille Cosmao worked on the project, which includes detailed explanations of the Rafale Marine's technology, operational phases, and the roles of personnel aboard the Charles de Gaulle.
Finland has unveiled its first Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter at a rollout ceremony held on December 16, 2025, at Fort Worth, Texas. The aircraft, serial JF-501, is part of Finland's HX Fighter Program, which will replace the Finnish Air Force's F/A-18 Hornet fleet.