A US Air Force C-146 Wolfhound aircraft struck a concrete barrier while attempting to take off from a roadway in northern Philippines during a training exercise, injuring five US personnel. The incident occurred on February 24, 2026, as part of an alternate landing zone drill aimed at preparing forces for scenarios with unusable airports and runways.
A Turkish military C-130 cargo aircraft crashed near the Georgia-Azerbaijan border on November 11, 2025, resulting in the loss of 20 lives. The incident occurred after the aircraft disappeared from radar while flying over Georgian airspace.
The Spanish Air Force has received its first PC-21, courtesy of Pilatus. The aircraft will be integrated into the 792 Squadron at the Spanish Air Force Academy, where it will provide advanced training for future pilots.
A South Korean Air Force F-16C fighter jet crashed during nighttime training on February 25, 2026, with the pilot ejecting safely and being rescued. According to Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) statements, the aircraft went down at around 19:31 local time near Yongsan-ri in Anjeong-myeon, Yeongju.
Dassault Aviation is hosting the Saint-Jean-de-Luz air show, which will celebrate its 29th edition in 2025. Nearly 100 members of the armed forces will participate in the event, showcasing various military units and aerobatic teams.
A Russian military Antonov An-22 heavy transport aircraft has crashed, killing all on board. According to AeroTime, the incident occurred during a flight over Russian territory, but authorities have provided limited details.
Pilatus has secured a major contract with the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) to deliver 19 PC-21 Next Generation Trainers as part of its collaboration with SkyAlyne for the FAcT program. The contract involves the delivery of state-of-the-art aircraft, which will be stationed at Moose Jaw air base in Saskatchewan starting from 2026.
Pilatus has introduced the PC-7 MKX, a new smart basic trainer featuring a glass cockpit and advanced avionics. With improved crew comfort features and unrivalled cost, this aircraft is designed to train a broad range of aircrew.
The Swiss Air Force celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Pilatus PC-21 Jet Pilot Training System, marking a decade of successful pilot training. Pilatus has provided support for the system from day one and is responsible for aircraft maintenance and servicing.
Pilatus has handed over its first PC-12 to the Technical and Airworthiness Center for Aircraft and Aeronautical Equipment of the German Armed Forces (WTD 61). The versatile single-engine turboprop will be used for training test pilots and transporting personnel and material at the Ingolstadt/Manching air base in Germany.
The French Navy has selected the Pilatus PC-24 Super Versatile Jet to become its first European military operator. The aircraft will be procured from Pilatus and leased by Jet Aviation France.
Dassault Aviation has released the sixth volume of Lucio Perinotto's 'Artbook Perinotto' collection, a comprehensive review of fighter jets from World War II to present. The book features aircraft such as the Dassault Ouragan and Rafale, and is published by Paquet, Cockpit collection.
Dassault Aviation is developing new features for its Rafale fighter jet, including enhanced networked combat capabilities and advanced weapon systems. The F4 standard, currently under development, will feature these upgrades, while the F5 standard will focus on collaborative combat and future-proof technologies.
To celebrate the French national holiday, Dassault Aviation will participate in the traditional July 14th flypast ceremony on the Champs-Élysées from 9:55am to 12:00pm. The event will feature 70 aircraft, including 39 Dassault aircraft, presented in various categories.
Dassault Aviation has published its 500th issue of Air Fan magazine, marking a significant milestone in the publication's history. As Breaking Defense reports, the special edition features an editorial devoted to the occasion, exclusive interviews with leading French military figures, and a retrospective article on the magazine's early days.