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The F-15 Eagle Is Now America’s “Forever Fighter”

01/25/2026

Owing to shortcomings in the F-35 program—and its F-47 successor—the F-15 Eagle will remain in service with the US Air Force at least into the 2040s. The F-15 Eagle is slowly becoming America’s “Forever Fighter.” That’s because, despite decades of talk regarding the retirement of these fourth-generation warplanes, the United States Air Force just can’t seem to quit these magnificent birds.

Italy weighs €9 billion Global Combat Air Programme investment as future successor to F-35 and Eurofighter fleets

According to Euronews, Italy is preparing for a parliamentary decision on whether to invest around €9 billion in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) over the coming decade. The project is described as a costly but strategic attempt to strengthen Italy’s technological autonomy after decades of participation in defence programmes dominated by stronger partners.

Czech Armed Forces Ready to Transfer Four L-159 Combat Aircraft to Ukraine

The Czech Armed Forces have no objection to transferring four L-159 combat aircraft to Ukraine. Such a transfer would not threaten the country’s security, but the decision to transfer them is political. This was reported by the publication iROZHLAS, citing a statement by the Chief of the General Staff of the Czech Armed Forces, Karel Rehka.

Morocco explores acquisition of Pakistani JF-17 fighter jets

Morocco is among several countries showing interest in acquiring the JF-17 fighter jet from Pakistan, with ongoing discussions with Islamabad regarding the potential purchase, according to reports from Pakistani media.

Sweden intercepts Russian fighter jets over Baltic Sea

Yesterday, January 22, Sweden’s Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) forces intercepted two Russian fighter jets over the Baltic Sea, according to a statement by the Swedish Armed Forces on Twitter (X). It is noted that on Thursday, January 22, Swedish military personnel intercepted two Su-35S fighter jets that were escorting a Tu-22M bomber over the Baltic Sea. "4/7 Air Policing protecting NATO," the statement said.

Turkey to get first Eurofighter Typhoon from Qatar next month

After senior defense officials from Turkey, Qatar and the UK held trilateral talks in Doha, Qatar, Ankara is moving closer to receiving its first Eurofighter Typhoon jets, Daily Sabah reported. According to the Turkish Defense Ministry, the Turkish Air Force (TurAF) Commander Gen. Ziya Cemal Kadioglu participated in talks with his counterparts from Qatar and the UK focused on the Eurofighter procurement process.

UK Eurofighter Typhoons and US F-15Es deploy amid heightened tensions with Iran

RAF Eurofighter Typhoons have deployed to Qatar while US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles move into Jordan and a US carrier strike group heads toward the region. The parallel deployments form part of a broader allied military buildup as Washington sharpens its focus on Iran while publicly stressing deterrence over confrontation.

Air Force Bringing Back William Tell Weapons Meet in March

Air Combat Command will hold its distinguished William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet in March after it was postponed last year. Hundreds of Airmen from ACC, Pacific Air Forces, and the Air National Guard competed in the last iteration of the competition in 2023, which ended a 19-year hiatus for the famous contest named after the Swiss folk hero and legendary archer. With a rich history dating back to the 1950s.

US Prepares Front-Line Pacific Base for Stealth Jets

The United States is preparing Misawa Air Base, one of its major military outposts in Japan for projecting air power, to support the future hosting of stealth fighter aircraft. As part of a plan announced in July 2024 to modernize its Japan-based tactical aircraft, the Pentagon has decided to deploy 48 F-35A jets, capable of evading radar detection, to Misawa to replace 36 older F-16 jets with greater capacity and capability.

India To Roll Out First Domestically Built C-295 Military Aircraft By September 2026

Swiss auditors flag delays and rising costs in F-35 Lightning II airfield infrastructure projects

Russian Fighter Jet Drops Bomb on Belgorod Once Again

GA-ASI, Calidus sign deal to produce MQ-9B, combat aircraft in UAE

Following their retirement in Denmark, how is the process of incorporating F-16 fighters into the Argentine Air Force progressing?

F-15 squadron that took out Iranian drones returns to the Middle East

Congress Boosts U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX Funding 12X To $900M As 6th-Gen Fighter Race Escalates With China

‘Not available’: Czech government blocks sale of L-159 drone hunter aircraft to Ukraine

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport set for F-35 fighter jets to operate alongside passenger airliners in rare exercise

US, Canada to send military aircraft to Greenland for routine drills, NORAD says Read more at: https://www.stripes.com/theaters/europe/2026-01-20/norad-greenland-trump-nato-20463347.html Source - Stars and Stripes

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