Tag: Aircraft

  • Debate: Should the state stop buying Jas Gripen planes from Saab?

    Debate: Should the state stop buying Jas Gripen planes from Saab?

    Should the state stop buying Jas Gripen planes from Saab even if it means that the production of Swedish combat aircraft goes to the grave? The issue came to the fore when Svenska Dagbladet published information that Saab appealed to the state to order more Gripen planes – otherwise they will be forced to wind…

  • HS: The strikes force Finnair to increase refueling stops on long-haul flights

    HS: The strikes force Finnair to increase refueling stops on long-haul flights

    Mia ElorantaFinnair's director of communications told Helsingin Sanomat on Monday that the majority state-owned airline refuels aircraft operating on continental routes in destination countries. “This is an attempt to save fuel in Helsinki,” he added. The long-haul flights operated by the airline, on the other hand, make more refueling stops at airports in Europe. Eloranta…

  • Finland's flexibility against Russia, Patria's F-35 assembly plant and the decrease in suicides: Finland in the world press

    Finland's flexibility against Russia, Patria's F-35 assembly plant and the decrease in suicides: Finland in the world press

    The article examines how Finland remains unconcerned and prepared for Russian aggression amid global concerns about Ukraine and has been strongly committed to readiness since the Soviet Union's 1944 bombings. The article emphasizes that Finland's defense strategy includes mandatory protections and conscription, which reflects the determination not to be caught off guard. Finland's shelters serve…

  • Preparations for the F-35 fighter assembly near Tampere are progressing

    Preparations for the F-35 fighter assembly near Tampere are progressing

    The Air Force's purchase of 64 Lockheed Martin F-35 military aircraft creates industrial jobs in Finland.

  • Cluster munitions: Peru destroys stockpiled weapons

    Cluster munitions: Peru destroys stockpiled weapons

    (New York, December 18, 2023) – Peru's destruction of its stockpiles of cluster munitions is an important milestone for the international treaty banning the weapons, Human Rights Watch said today. Peru was the last state to fulfill this crucial obligation, highlighting the global rejection of cluster weapons, even as countries that have not acceded to…

  • FBI investigates Russians who flew to US without passport media

    FBI investigates Russians who flew to US without passport media

    When questioned, the man said he could not remember how he traveled to the United States A man who said he could not remember how he bypassed security and flew from Denmark to Los Angeles last month without a ticket or documentation is being investigated by US authorities, according to reports. On Nov. 4, the…

  • NATO member demands that F-16 approve new expansion Sweden

    NATO member demands that F-16 approve new expansion Sweden

    Stockholm has done everything it could to get Ankara’s consent, the country’s FM told journalists Turkey’s ratification of Sweden’s accession to NATO depends on the United States and its willingness to supply fighter jets to the nation, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström told reporters at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels ahead of a meeting with…

  • NATO member demands that F-16 approve new expansion – Sweden

    NATO member demands that F-16 approve new expansion – Sweden

    Stockholm has done everything it could to get Ankara’s consent, the country’s FM told journalists Turkey’s ratification of Sweden’s accession to NATO depends on the United States and its willingness to supply fighter jets to the nation, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström told reporters at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels ahead of a meeting with…

  • Trkiye requires F-16 for NATO expansion – Sweden

    Trkiye requires F-16 for NATO expansion – Sweden

    Stockholm has done everything it could to get Ankara’s consent, FM told journalists Turkey’s ratification of Sweden’s accession to NATO depends on the United States and its willingness to supply fighter jets to the nation, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström told reporters at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels ahead of a meeting with his Turkish…

  • Finland continues the controversial arms trade despite the continuous killing of Palestinians and the Israeli siege

    Finland continues the controversial arms trade despite the continuous killing of Palestinians and the Israeli siege

    The signing ceremony held at the Israeli Ministry of Defense was attended by important Israeli and Finnish officials, including the Director General of the Israeli Ministry of Defense. Eyal Zamir and Finland’s ambassador to Israel Nina Nordström. The presence of top executives from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, maker of David’s Sling, underscores the deal’s importance…

  • Finland leads the “Freezing Winds 23” exercises in the Baltic Sea

    Finland leads the “Freezing Winds 23” exercises in the Baltic Sea

    There are also 16 allied aircraft, and exercises are planned for southern Finland and the northern Baltic Sea region.

  • China in Eurasia Briefing: When Biden and Xi Meet, What’s at Stake?

    China in Eurasia Briefing: When Biden and Xi Meet, What’s at Stake?

    Welcome back to the China In Eurasia briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter that traces China’s resurgent influence from Eastern Europe to Central Asia. I’m RFE/RL correspondent Reid Standish and here’s what I’m following right now. Listen to the Podcast Talking China In Eurasia. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google | Youtube When Biden and Xi meet,…

  • NATO increases Baltic patrols after damage to underwater infrastructure

    NATO increases Baltic patrols after damage to underwater infrastructure

    BRUSSELS – NATO is stepping up patrols in the Baltic Sea following recent damage to underwater infrastructure in the region, the transatlantic military alliance said on Thursday. “The expanded measures include additional surveillance and reconnaissance flights, including by maritime patrol aircraft, NATO AWACS aircraft and drones. A fleet of four NATO mine hunters is also…

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was recognized as the best in Europe after a billion-euro change

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was recognized as the best in Europe after a billion-euro change

    The architectural finesse of the airport reflects not only Finnish design but also the country’s expertise in its services and offerings. As a result of the renovation work, the surface area of ​​the terminal has increased by 45%, which brings with it modern facilities that improve the passenger experience. The departure and arrival lobbies have…

  • This is how Israel’s spies missed Hamas’ attack plans

    This is how Israel’s spies missed Hamas’ attack plans

    On Saturday, October 7, 2023, parts of Israel will wake up to the sound of aircraft alarms. Thousands of rockets strike, at the same time the country is attacked by ground troops. The attacker is Hamas, the Islamist Palestinian movement labeled a terrorist organization by both the EU and the US. – The Hamas groups…

  • Finnair announced its plan for a share issue of up to EUR 600 million

    Finnair announced its plan for a share issue of up to EUR 600 million

    The share issue, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year, requires the approval of the extraordinary general meeting held at the end of October. However, Finnair stated on Friday that its main shareholders, including the state, support the matter. The airline said the proceeds from the offer will be used…

  • 492: The government pretends to cooperate

    492: The government pretends to cooperate

    The opening of the National Assembly was, as usual, a solemn event, but the subsequent government declaration offered little news. The first party leader debate of the Riksdag year, on the other hand, produced headlines, not least Magdalena Andersson’s debate contribution directed at SD’s Richard Jomshof. Gang crime naturally became a major topic of debate…

  • Is it true that Soviet planes bombed Stockholm in 1944

    Is it true that Soviet planes bombed Stockholm in 1944

    The Soviet Union refused to acknowledge its plane’s involvement in the raid on the city, even if it was unintentional. On the night of February 22, 1944, the residents of neutral Sweden decided that World War II had reached them. Unknown military aircraft had just bombed Stockholm and its suburbs. The bombs fell in different…

  • Elon Musk’s space empire – a power factor in the war

    Elon Musk’s space empire – a power factor in the war

    Elon Musk has sent up thousands of satellites that provide large parts of the earth with internet, Starlink, and since neither masts nor cables are needed, it fits in a war-torn country. In connection with Russia’s attack, Ukraine asks for his help. – There is currently no state actor or commercial actor that can match…

  • Thunderstorm reroutes Russian planes through Finnish air space

    Thunderstorm reroutes Russian planes through Finnish air space

    According to Fintraffic, the civilian aircraft were allowed to fly over Finnish airspace because it constituted a dangerous situation.

  • Ukraine sues Iran over downed plane in 2020

    Ukraine sues Iran over downed plane in 2020

    Kiev says it has filed a lawsuit to ensure Tehran is held accountable for shooting down Flight 752 Ukraine has filed a lawsuit against Iran at the United Nations International Court of Justice over the downing of a civilian airliner in 2020, Kyiv’s Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday. According to a statement published on the…

  • Denmark begins training Ukrainian pilots for the F-16

    Denmark begins training Ukrainian pilots for the F-16

    Copenhagen will also discuss donating part of its fleet of fighter jets to Kiev Denmark’s Acting Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said on Monday that the NATO country has begun training Ukrainian pilots to use F-16 fighter jets, and that discussions are underway in Copenhagen to donate part of its fleet of military aircraft to…

  • Douglas R4D-S plane wreck sold

    Douglas R4D-S plane wreck sold

    The wreckage of the plane, which had lain at Sauðanes Airport in Langanes since its crash in 1969, has been sold. On Friday, he was transported across the country to his new owners. This aircraft comes from the times of the American garrison stationed on Mount Heiðarfjall. The wreck was transported over 700 kilometers to…

  • An electric plane lands at Turku Airport for the first time

    An electric plane lands at Turku Airport for the first time

    The entire aviation industry must use all possible means to reduce emissions. Quiet and emission-free electric airplanes are one part of the aviation industry’s climate solution,” says Kimmo Mäki. Since 2017, Finavia has been working on the development of electric aviation, for example in cooperation with the Helsinki Sähkölentenkoineden ry. The information obtained from electronic…

  • The largest ever NATO air exercise is underway

    The largest ever NATO air exercise is underway

    About 10,000 service members and 250 aircraft are involved in the exercises in June NATO began the largest air force exercises in the alliance’s history on Monday amid heightened tensions with Russia over the Ukraine conflict. According to Berlin’s military, the exercises – which have been dubbed “Air Defender 23” and are hosted by Germany…

  • Finland will join "the greatest ever" NATO military exercise

    Finland will join "the greatest ever" NATO military exercise

    Air Defender 23 includes up to 250 aircraft and approximately 10,000 soldiers from 25 different countries.

  • Finland, NATO allies monitor Russian air activity in the Gulf of Finland

    Finland, NATO allies monitor Russian air activity in the Gulf of Finland

    According to the British Royal Air Force (RAF), several Russian aircraft flew over the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland this week.

  • The deadly airplane experiment

    The deadly airplane experiment

    During certain parts of the 1950s, an average of two fighter pilots died a month during flights with the new combat aircraft Sweden had developed. At home, the relatives waited well aware that it could soon be their turn to receive a death sentence. Still, they didn’t talk about it. That’s what it was like…

  • Icelandair’s first flight to Prague

    Icelandair’s first flight to Prague

    Icelandair’s first scheduled flight to Prague, Czech Republic departed this morning from Keflavík International Airport. Upon landing in Prague, the passengers were ceremonially greeted by fire engines that sprayed the traditional bow of honor over the aircraft as it taxied to the terminal. Prague is a historic city and a popular excursion destination. It is…

  • F16 – the fighter jet that can challenge Putin

    F16 – the fighter jet that can challenge Putin

    Ekot’s political reporter Mats Eriksson, which covers defense issues and security policy, tells the story of the F16 fighter jet and why Ukraine wants that particular plane. In addition, the F16 is a pawn in the game of Sweden’s entry into NATO. Turkey wants to buy more F16 aircraft, but the US first wants Turkey…

  • US to announce more Russia sanctions

    US to announce more Russia sanctions

    Foreign Secretary Antony Blinken said the new measures would target drones and “disinformation” The United States will unveil a new round of Russia-related sanctions on Wednesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken has told reporters. Washington’s latest restrictions will target the allegedly Iranian-built drones that have been used to devastating effect in Ukraine. Blinken told reporters…

  • Military exercises around Finland this weekend when NATO warships visit Helsinki

    Military exercises around Finland this weekend when NATO warships visit Helsinki

    The Defense Forces (FDF) warns that the use of ammunition and military aircraft and helicopters can cause noise nuisance in certain areas.

  • Moscow declares withdrawal from landmark arms control deal

    Moscow declares withdrawal from landmark arms control deal

    The Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe had not really worked for years, Deputy FM Sergey Ryabkov has said Russia’s formal withdrawal from the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) will not affect regional security, which has already been damaged by the actions of NATO-affiliated countries, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has…