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A small business jet crash at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona, resulted in five fatalities, including a 12-year-old boy. The HondaJet HA-420 was headed to Provo, Utah, when it aborted takeoff and collided with a vehicle. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
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As Remembrance Sunday approaches, veterans and advocates are pushing for recognition of RAF personnel involved in nuclear tests. Squadron Leader Pete Peters, a 92-year-old veteran, is urging the Ministry of Defence to expedite the awarding of a medal to honor those who served, as many comrades have died from related illnesses.
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An audit by the Department of Defense revealed the Air Force overpaid nearly $1 million for C-17 spare parts, including exorbitant prices for lavatory soap dispensers. Boeing disputes the findings, citing comparisons with commercial items. The report highlights significant oversight issues within the Air Force's procurement processes.
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Jack Teixeira, a former airman, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for leaking classified military documents on Discord. His actions raised significant concerns about U.S. national security and the handling of sensitive information. Teixeira pleaded guilty to six counts of willful retention and transmission of national defense information.
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Recent investigations reveal increasing safety issues with the V-22 Osprey aircraft, particularly following a recent incident in Japan attributed to human error. Despite a history of accidents, some pilots defend the aircraft's capabilities, highlighting its unique operational advantages.