Russia uses civilian airlines and dual-use airfields to move troops and weapons, bypassing sanctions through shadow charter flights globally.
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Sabena Aerospace will maintain European F-16 fighters destined for Ukraine under a new US DoD contract, ensuring sustained operational readiness as additional aircraft arrive.
Ukraine remains at the center of a rapidly expanding military aviation training effort as the country continues to fight an ongoing war while preparing for long-term air force modernization. Ukraine reported that it trained nearly 100 cadet pilots during 2025.
Ukraine has signed a letter of intent with France to acquire up to 100 Rafale F4 fighters, marking a major step in its long term air force modernization strategy while navigating funding, production, and operational challenges.
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A Ukrainian F-16 pilot was killed while defending against a massive Russian air attack, marking a significant loss for Ukraine’s Air Force (UAF).
Ukraine has launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, Russia since the war’s start in 2022, injuring one person and causing flight diversions at three major airports.
Russia has accused the United States of pressuring Turkish Airlines (TK) to deny its citizens passage on flights between Istanbul and Mexico, sparking a dispute between Russian officials and the Turkish flag carrier.
Initially revealed in early 2020, American Airlines (AA) planned a non-stop flight between Seattle (SEA) and Bengaluru (BLR) was anticipated to be the inaugural direct connection.
Early on Friday morning (Aug 18, 2023), Russia temporarily closed all four major Moscow airports following an alleged drone strike on the capital city.