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The integration of the Red Wolf missile opens up a host of possibilities for the Skyraider II, as the USAF figures out its future in a high-intensity conventional war. L3Harris announced on Feb. 9, 2026, the integration of the Red Wolf kinetic strike missile, part of the Red and Green Wolf family of launched effects, onto the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) OA-1K Skyraider II aircraft. The company highlighted the benefits of adding a standoff kinetic strike capability on the Skyraider II along with the existing electronic warfare and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, achieved through “both…

We just had the chance to spend a couple of nights at the Rosewood Hong Kong, which is the hotel on this trip that I was most excited to check out. Rosewood in general is a great hotel brand, and the Hong Kong property is the company’s flagship — Rosewood is based in Hong Kong, the hotel is owned by the Cheng family, which also owns Rosewood. So this is a point of pride for the brand and owners, and Rosewood CEO Sonia Cheng was heavily involved in designing this property, and clearly no expense was spared. On The 50…

Aero Linx: International Birddog Association As a member of the International Birddog Association, you’ll be supporting the preservation and history of the Birddog. You’ll have special access to the members’ area of the website containing resources such as hard to find technical and authenticity information, history, Birddog photos, and much more. You’ll be able to network with Birddog pilots, owners, and enthusiasts, from all over the world.

Vertical Takeoff And Landing Aircraft (VTOL) Aircraft capable of vertical climbs and/or descents and of using very short runways or small areas for takeoff and landings. These aircraft include, but are not limited to, helicopters.

Pilot Departed Runway 17L With Intentions Of Staying In The Traffic Pattern And Making A Water Landing At The Adjacent Water Runway On January 20,2026, 1658 central standard time, a Quicksilver II, N4NH, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident at David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport, DWH, in Spring, Texas. The pilot, sole occupant, sustained no injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot departed runway 17L with intentions of staying in the traffic pattern and making a water landing at the adjacent water runway at…

From 2011 (YouTube Edition): Rugged, Legendary, STOL Twin Makes A Comeback The de Havilland Twin Otter is an airplane with a long history, and it gained a reputation as a workhorse of an airplane. But after it went out of production, Viking Air became one of the principal suppliers of spare parts and service to keep the airplanes flying. Dave Curtis, President and CEO of Viking Air Limited, told ANN at NBAA in Las Vegas this year that he often heard operators ask why the airplane wasn’t put back into production.

“I appreciate the opportunity to address the items outlined in your letter and the specifics you relayed to me personally regarding our handling of Winter Storms Fern and Gianna; American’s focus on pilot attendance policies; and our business plan to return American to its rightful place atop the industry…” Source: A statement from the CEO of American Airlines — who has caved, agreeing to meet face-to-face with the airline’s pilots’ union over concerns regarding the company’s operational reliability and long-term direction. While a period of battling winter storms added fuel to the fire, the Allied Pilots Association, which represents more…

The internet has latched onto a version of the El Paso airspace shutdown story that’s hard to resist: US Customs and Border Protection used a directed-energy counter-drone system deployed by the military near the border to go after Mexican drug cartel drones, and instead shot down a harmless party balloon.   It’s a fun story that a lot of news outlets have picked up. The problem is, most of the specific details are coming from unnamed sources. None of it may turn out to be true.  What really happened along the US-Mexico border? Here’s what we know.  Late Tuesday and into early Wednesday, the FAA issued a temporary restriction…

Subscription Required  By Charlotte Bailey Feb. 12, 2026, © Leeham News, Hamburg: The European supply chain support strategy aims to streamline self-assessment and resilience.  Spain is to become the fourth country to join the European Aero Excellence International initiative, a multi-national program intended to help suppliers self-assess their own maturity levels and work towards building greater operational resilience. The announcement was made in December at the Hamburg Aviation Forum. The relatively new scheme builds on a program first launched by the French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS) in 2023 and was co-developed by respective national aerospace and defense associations. These include…

Southwest Airlines said it will begin adding SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service to its fleet in 2026, betting that the fast, low-latency connectivity can become a new core offering of its cabin experience and loyalty pitch.  The low-cost carrier said the first Starlink-equipped aircraft will enter service in summer 2026, with service available on more than 300 aircraft by the end of 2026 as Southwest “rapidly” integrates the system across its fleet.   Tony Roach, Southwest Executive Vice President, Chief Customer & Brand Officer, said customers increasingly want seamless, multi-device connectivity that feels more like an at-home experience, including streaming video, live sports, gaming, and productivity tools “from takeoff to landing.”   SpaceX’s Starlink Enterprise Sales Vice President Jason…