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Ramstein Flag 25 enhanced integration between 4th and 5th generation fighter jets

Air Force 11.4.2025

Finland participated in NATO’s large-scale live-fly exercise in the Netherlands alongside Allied nations from 31 March to 11 April 2025.

Commander of the Finnish Air Force, Major General Timo Herranen, visited Lockheed Martin and Ebbing Air National Guard Base at the end of March. Photo: Lockheed Martin / Kyle Larson

The United States Prepares to Welcome the Finns

Air Force 7.4.2025

The Commander of the Finnish Air Force visited Lockheed Martin's F-35 production line in Fort Worth and the Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith at the end of March.

A Finnish Air Force F/A-18 Hornet and two Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 fighter jets during the Baana 23 exercise in September 2023. Photo: Finnish Air Force

U.S. Pilots Prepare Finnish Personnel for F-35 Era

Air Force 7.2.2025

In January, the Air Combat Centre organised a training event at Satakunta Air Wing, where five U.S. F-35 pilots arrived to inform Finnish Defence Forces (FDF) personnel about the F-35’s capabilities and operating the fighter jet.

Introducing the Commander of the Finnish Air Force

Air Force 13.12.2024

On 1 December 2024 Brigadier General Timo Herranen assumed the role of Commander of the Finnish Air Force. In this interview, the new commander shares his views on key topics related to the Air Force, such as NATO and international cooperation, the progress of the F-35 program, and the importance of personnel and the reserve for the Finnish Air Force. Additionally, he provides insights into his career background and expectations for his term as Commander.