The sales, along with a pending visit to the United States by Taiwan’s president, are likely to put further strain on Washington’s relationship with Beijing.
Tag: Military Aircraft
World War II Planes Can Still Fly, but Who Will Keep Them Flying?
A number of organizations are now training young pilots and engaging students in the art of flying and repairing vintage aircraft.
Taiwan’s President Welcomes U.S. Officials as Tensions With China Escalate
The meeting reflects the tightening bonds between Taiwan and the United States.
Japan Finds Wreckage From F-35 Fighter Jet, but Pilot Is Still Missing
The warplane disappeared during a training exercise over the waters east of Japan’s largest island.
Pakistan Premier: ‘No Use’ for Armed Militias Anymore
Imran Khan, praised for his statesmanlike handling of a recent standoff with India, said Pakistan can’t allow the powerful groups to operate any longer.
At War: This New Generation of Weapons Could Mean More Covert Airstrikes Around the World
The United States has been dropping munitions on Shabab insurgents in Somalia using a dispenser called the common launch tube, which could enable the Pentagon to turn virtually any aircraft into a high-tech gunship.
After India Loses Dogfight to Pakistan, Questions Arise About Its ‘Vintage’ Military
As America strengthens its alliance with India to help counter China, critics say its military faces serious challenges, from the age of its hardware to the size of its budget.
Pakistani Military Says It Downed Two Indian Warplanes, Capturing Pilot
Hostilities grow with a second day of airstrikes and the first planes downed. Other countries call for the nuclear-armed rivals to show restraint.
Indian Jets Strike in Pakistan in Revenge for Kashmir Attack
Pakistan’s military said aircraft from India had dropped bombs. But it was unclear what, if anything, was hit.
At War: The Secret History of a Vietnam War Airstrike Gone Terribly Wrong
An 1968 investigative report obtained by The Times offers new details into one of the Vietnam War’s worst friendly-fire incidents.