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Effective March 8, 2024 at 7 a.m. EST, U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is issuing a flight clearance for the V-22 Osprey thereby lifting the grounding. This decision follows a meticulous and data-driven approach prioritizing the safety of aircrews. A U.S. Air Force investigation began following the tragic loss of eight Airmen during the November 29, 2023, mishap off Yakushima, Japan. NAVAIR thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen. In response to the preliminary investigation indicating a materiel failure of a V-22 component, the V-22 grounding was initiated on December 6, 2023. The grounding provided time for a thorough review of the mishap and formulation of risk mitigation controls to assist with safely returning the V-22 to flight operations. In concert with the ongoing investigation, NAVAIR has diligently worked with the USAF-led investigation to identify the materiel failure that led to the mishap. Close coordination among key senior leaders across the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force has been paramount in formulating the comprehensive review and return to flight plan, and this collaboration will continue. Maintenance and procedural changes have been implemented to address the materiel failure that allow for a safe return to flight. The U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force will each execute their return to flight plans according to service specific guidelines. NAVAIR remains committed to transparency and safety regarding all V-22 operations. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/dQVKXxx6

How a Small Fleet of E-11A Business Jets Allow USAF to Communicate Across the Middle East Amid the reduction in America’s airpower in the Middle East, one asset has proven its resilience: the E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) aircraft of the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Communications Squadron.  This high-demand asset remains key in maintaining communications for U.S. and coalition military operations. Despite its placement in a global hotspot, Air Forces Central (AFCENT) has only a handful of fighter squadrons and limited mobility aircraft to meet considerable demands. The same goes for the E-11As and approximately 20 aviators that remain on call 24/7. #PhoenixDelivers #usaf #e11a https://lnkd.in/e_Dvii5z

Thirteen allied nations are set to gather in Greece's West Peloponnese region for the advanced and complex air defense exercise, Ramstein Flag 24, from September 30 to October 11, 2024. This multinational military training event will involve sophisticated air defense tactics and strategies, bringing together the collective strengths and capabilities of the participating nations to enhance interoperability and readiness. The exercise is expected to further strengthen the defensive posture of the allied nations and deepen their partnership in the face of evolving security challenges. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d3_ai-Ea #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce

https://lnkd.in/ghWjPCUe China Modernizes AWACS ‘Flying Radars’ To Counter US Military; Draws Critical Lessons From Ukraine Conflict In the shadow of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, a quiet revolution is taking place in China’s military aviation. The world’s second-largest defense spender is rapidly modernizing its “eyes in the sky” – the crucial Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft that serve as flying command centers in modern warfare. For the past 28 months, the world...

All V-22s Grounded, Probe Finds Materiel Failure Possible In USAF Crash The entire Bell Boeing V-22 fleet has been grounded after a preliminary U.S. Air Force investigation into the Nov. 29 crash near Japan found that a “potential materiel failure” could have caused the mishap. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) boss Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind ordered the operational stand down of the command’s fleet on Dec. 6, shortly after Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) instituted a grounding bulletin for all its V-22 variants. It is the second time this year that V-22s from all U.S. military services have been grounded. The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force had also grounded its V-22s following the Nov. 29 crash. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dU8U8Vuv #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation #safety

Do you know of the Boeing's C17 Globemaster Cargo military aircraft? The C-17 Globemaster is a high-wing, four-engine military transport aircraft designed for long-haul missions, capable of carrying large equipment, supplies, and troops to small airfields in challenging terrains worldwide. Developed by McDonnell Douglas and Boeing, it first flew in 1991 and entered service in 1995, serving various air forces globally. With a maximum payload capacity of 170,900 pounds and a range of approximately 2,400 nautical miles, the C-17 can airdrop troops and equipment while operating through small runway. Known for its reliability and maintainability, the C-17 plays a crucial role in strategic and tactical airlift missions, including medical evacuations and humanitarian aid effort. Operated by the U.S. Air Force and other allied countries, the C-17 has been instrumental in various operations worldwide since the 1990s. Let me know what you think about this aircraft in the comments section. #aviation #aviationlovers #boeing #boeinglovers

The United States Marine Corps has achieved a significant milestone by conducting the first landing of an F-35B Lightning II jet in Sweden during Exercise Nordic Response. This exercise, formerly known as Cold Response, aims to enhance military competency in arctic environments and promote interoperability between the Marine Corps and allied nations. The landing of the F-35B at Kallax Air Base marks the first time an F-35 has operated in Sweden and demonstrates the growing partnership between the U.S. and Sweden as NATO allies. The exercise showcased distributed aviation operations, where U.S. Marine Corps aircraft utilized a Swedish air base and host-nation support for ground refueling. The successful collaboration between the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 542 and Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 highlights the capabilities of the F-35 and the importance of international cooperation in maintaining military readiness. #USMC #F35 #NordicResponse #MilitaryPartnership #AviationOperations #NATOExercise