The government of Sweden recently announced that it is in negotiations with Saab for the procurement of the next generation Gripen. In a news release, Saab indicates that Sweden will acquire some 40-60 of the next generation fighter jets from their domestic manufacturer. The procurement was announced by the Swedish government in a separate news release.
Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region fighters are protecting the skies during the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL. Air Force fighter jets will be on alert during the convention, which runs from Aug. 28 through Aug. 30, enforcing the FAA's temporary flight restriction zone.
Aircraft Carrier, Now A Museum, Was The Primary Apollo 11 Recovery Ship
In a prepared statement, the staff and volunteers of the USS Hornet Museum said they were saddened to learn of the passing of Neil Armstrong. "We offer our deepest condolences to his family and the communities he served so well."
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