Date of discovery: July 26, 2026Location of sighting: Mars Source: https://mars.nasa.gov/msl-raw-images/msss/03393/mcam/3393ML1015160341305084C00_DXXX.jpgGuys, this is a unexploded missile laying on the surface of Mars just meter from the…
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Date of discovery: July 27, 2026Location of discovery: In orbit between Jupiter and MarsSource: https://images-assets.nasa.gov/image/PIA07881/PIA07881~orig.jpgI found a comet in the NASA index and I wanted to…
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The Customs and Border Protection describes the P-3 AEW as the world’s only law enforcement airborne radar aircraft, supporting the anti-smuggling and border protection mission. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection P-3 Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) aircraft, used for tracking small boats smuggling narcotics in Pacific and Caribbean waters around Central America, was…
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) has handed over four Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter Mk IIIs to the Indian coast guard. This brings the coast guard’s fleet to 16 examples since the beginning of deliveries in 2022, says HAL. The handover follows the coast guard’s follow-on order for six additional Dhruvs signed in March. The Dhruv is powered…
The U.S. Air Force Academy took another step toward emerging from a senior leader shakeup this week with the selection of a new commandant of cadets—though it is still unclear who will be the Academy’s next superintendent with the impending retirement of Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind. Col. Brandon J. Tellez will succeed Brig. Gen. Gavin…
Editor’s Note: This is the latest article in an occasional series exploring how Space Force infrastructure, policies, and processes are adapting to keep pace with the rapid growth in the rocket launch industry. Part 1, on the rise of reusable rockets, is available here. Part 2, on Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, is…
The visibly patched-up KC-135R Stratotanker that arrived at RAF Mildenhall on Apr. 12, 2026 was among the aircraft deployed to Prince Sultan Air Base when it was struck by Iran in March. After KC-135 Stratotanker 59-1444 arrived at RAF Mildenhall as REACH 717, spotters at the fenceline immediately noted its unusual appearance. Small unpainted patches…
The new Controlled Reception Pattern Antenna (CRPA) is part of the Digital GPS Anti-jam Receiver (DIGAR) system installed in the F-15E Strike Eagle following a contract to BAE Systems in 2022. Defense observers have noted the appearance of a new Controlled Reception Pattern Antenna (CRPA) on U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles photographed during Operation…
NASA is looking towards the Artemis III mission next year to test spacecraft docking, after the successful conclusion of Artemis II following the crew’s return to Earth. The Orion capsule, launched on 1 April with a four-person crew, completed a 10-day programme to travel around the Moon – reaching a distance of more than 406,770km…
The fiscal year 2027 budget request from the White House affirms the Trump Administration’s commitment to fielding the US Air Force sixth-generation fighter, with Boeing to fly a prototype in 2028. Washington is affirming its commitment to fly a sixth-generation fighter aircraft within the next two to three years. A summary of the fiscal year…
Joby Aviation’s trade practices are the subject of a US government investigation after competitor Archer Aviation filed a complaint. The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has opened an investigation into whether air taxi developer Joby Aviation violated import law, a move coming in response to a complaint filed by Joby competitor Archer Aviation. Archer filed…
The US Federal Aviation Administration approved Hermeus to conduct non-military flights at speeds exceeding Mach 1 with the company’s experimental Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 vehicle as part of the effort to achieve hypersonic flight. Hypersonic aviation start-up Hermeus has received regulatory approval to carry out supersonic flights with the company’s experimental Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 vehicle. Civil…
