August 4, 2016
The U.S. Air Force has declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for its F-35A stealth fighter, with the 34th Fighter Squadron at Hill Air Force Base, Utah announced as the first operational squadron.
http://www.defensenews.com/story/breaking-news/2016/08/02/f35-ioc-air-force-operational-acc-combat/87948142/
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/aug/03/f-35-ready-for-service-says-us-air-force-as-australia-and-britain-await-delivery
USAF pilots report that training engagements with the F-35 have been complicated by the fighter's stealth characteristics, which make it difficult for simulated enemy radars to track the aircraft during training encounters.
http://www.airforcetimes.com/story/military/2016/07/31/f-35-so-stealthy-produced-training-challenges-pilot-says/87760454/
India and France have signed an inter-governmental agreement, to help pave the way towards a final deal for the supply of Rafale fighters to India.
http://www.defensenews.com/story/defense/air-space/2016/08/02/india-france-move-closer-rafale-fighter-deal/87951264/
European contractors are marketing the Eurofighter Typhoon as an alternative for Bahrain, which is looking to replace its remaining F-5 fighters.
http://www.defenseworld.net/news/16742/Eurofighter_eyes_Bahrain_For_Typhoon_Sales
Israeli air force pilots are expected to take part in Red Flag exercises later this month, alongside pilots from Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.
http://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-to-fly-alongside-pakistan-uae-in-us-air-force-drill/
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