U.S. Fighter Jet Crashes in Iran, Triggering Search for Crew

A U.S. F-15 jet went down in Iran, prompting a U.S. recovery effort as Iranian authorities called on civilians to find the crew first.
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Defense startup Shield AI lands $12.7B valuation, up 140%, after US Air Force deal

Autonomous military aircraft maker Shield AI has raised $1.5 billion in Series G funding at a $12.7 billion post-money valuation, the company announced on Tuesday. The deal was led by PE firm Advent ...

Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion wins $105 million Navy contract for F/A-18 integration

By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - Castelion, a small California defense startup, has won a $105 million U.S.
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What We Know About the Rescue of a U.S. Airman After Two Jet Crashes

An airman was rescued on Saturday night, President Trump said. The rescue came after a risky two-day operation deep inside Iran. By Neil Vigdor Aurelien Breeden and Yan Zhuang An Air Force officer ...