Falcons Spotters - Aviation Photography

[sidkhan2]

F-16C at Konya, Turkey

President Trump says he is open to Elon Musk buying TikTok.

 

[HaiderAfan]

اِنَّ فِیۡ ذٰلِکَ لَاٰیٰتٍ لِّقَوۡمٍ یَّتَفَکَّرُوۡنَ
یقینا اس میں ( آسمان اور زمین ) ان لوگوں کے لیے بڑی نشانیاں ہیں جو غوروفکر سے کام لیں ۔​

A Comparison of Stealth Aircraft and Peregrine Falcon Designs​

 

[JeremyVickers]

An F-35 fighter jet crashed at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks, Alaska, on January 28, 2025, around 12:49 p.m. local time. Fortunately, the pilot ejected safely and was transported to Bassett Army Hospitalfor evaluation, where they were reported to be in stable condition.

Key Details of the Incident​

1. Crash Circumstances:
   • The crash occurred during a training exercise when the pilot declared an in-flight emergency due to a malfunction. The aircraft experienced "significant damage" upon impact, which took place on the runway within the base's fence line.
2. Emergency Response:
   • Emergency crews quickly cordoned off the area and urged the public not to stop along nearby highways to ensure safety and facilitate recovery efforts. Federal law prohibits photography of military installations from adjacent roads.
3. Investigation Initiated:
   • The U.S. Air Force has launched a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Colonel Paul Townsend, commander of the 354th Fighter Wing, emphasized the importance of ensuring safety and security for personnel and expressed confidence in the capabilities of the F-35 aircraft.
4. Historical Context:
   • This incident marks the first major mishap involving an Air Force aircraft in 2025 and follows several previous accidents involving F-35s, raising concerns about their reliability and safety.
5. Cost Implications:
   • Each F-35 fighter jet is valued at approximately $82 million, making this crash a significant financial loss for the Air Force.
6. Public Reactions:
   • Videos circulating on social media captured dramatic moments of the crash, showing the aircraft tumbling before a fiery impact while the pilot descended via parachute.

Conclusion​

The crash of the F-35 at Eielson Air Force Base underscores ongoing challenges related to military aviation safety and highlights the need for rigorous investigations to prevent future incidents. As details emerge from the investigation, both military officials and the public will be closely monitoring developments surrounding this high-profile accident.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1884409575886946622

 

[HaiderAfan]

Lufthansa Livery Evolution

1. 1960 – Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation
2. 1965 – Boeing 747-100
3. 1989 – Boeing 747-400
4. 2018 – Boeing 747-8

 

[sidkhan2]

J10C various dragon

 

[Ansha]

‏ترکیہ کے صدر رجب طیب اردگان 2 روزہ دورے پر کل پاکستان پہنچیں گے، پاکستانی حدود میں داخل ہونے پر ترکیہ کے صدر کو پاک فضائیہ کے طیارے حفاظتی حصار میں لیں گے۔۔۔!!

 

[MegynKelly]

Turkish and Pakistani military aircraft are flying together over the Indian Ocean. Today, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is arriving in Pakistan on a two-day official visit.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1889611913136427031

 

[MegynKelly]

During Erdogan's arrival at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad, Pakistan, yesterday, Pakistani F-16s and JF-17s were observed doing a fly-past and aerial salute in his honor.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1890342213122433326

 

[MegynKelly]

Tails no 5 Squadron nick name falcons

 

[RClarkTaylor]

Falcons

landing

 

[RClarkTaylor]

J10C dragon

 

[sidkhan2]

The grey skies of Islamabad were lit up by Pakistan Air Force
with the “Colours of Freedom” during the PakistanDay celebrations.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1903967449214579170

 

[AbdulQadir7]

Sharp shooter eagle

 

[sidkhan2]

55 years old muscular guy.

 

[HamzaWaseem]

Saudi Tornadoes parked with Pakistani Thunders!