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Get the Dutch F-16A in the Workhorse Event!
The Year of the Horse is approaching, and to celebrate, we’re offering you a true workhorse of Western air forces: the ever-popular F-16A fighter in its Dutch configuration. And along with it, the emblems of two Royal Netherlands Air Force squadrons flying the F-16A. 322 Squadron traces its history back to the Second World War, when it flew with the Royal Air Force. In the 1980s, both squadrons received their F-16As and remain loyal to them to this day!
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  • 13 February 2026
Pantsir SM-SV: All-In-One!
Today we’re taking a look at the new headliner of the Soviet/Russian anti-air line, the Pantsir-SM-SV SAM system with increased range!
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  • 5 March 2026
Tank Football 2026!
Tank football champions, it’s your turn! This traditional spring event returns with new rewards. So show off your skills in the sporting competition and earn decorations for your profile and vehicle!
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  • 5 March 2026
AS90: Built to Bombard!
Meet the AS90, a self-propelled howitzer with a 155 mm gun coming to Great Britain’s ground force tree to bolster lineups and bring some fun!
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  • 5 March 2026
Changes to the Cost of Researching and Purchasing Rank VI+ Aircraft
Hey everyone! Today, along with the addition of the new rank IX for aircraft and the related changes we discussed earlier, the research and purchase costs for rank VI+ aircraft for all nations have been reduced.
Fair Play: March 2026
We keep fighting cheaters using your reports and the BattlEye anti-cheat system, and as usual, today we’re sharing a bit of info on bans that we’ve distributed over the past month. If you’d like to help keep War Thunder free from cheating, you can find out how to file a report and how our anti-cheat system works on our Wiki.
  • 4 March 2026
Get USS Oklahoma in the Pacific Pearl Event!
Pearl Harbor is home to the largest base and headquarters of the US Pacific Fleet. The battleship USS Oklahoma was one of Pearl Harbor’s defenders and was destroyed in the Japanese attack on December 7th, 1941, without ever seeing action. We’re ready to change that! Participate in the new naval event, earn the USS Oklahoma, and use her incredible firepower in high-ranked battles!
Reshuffles to the Great British Ground Vehicle Research Tree
Hey everyone! With the release of the Ninth Wave major update, several armored vehicles in the Great British research tree will be moved. Comparison images of the tree before and after the changes can be seen below. Check it out!
Pre-order: AH-64DJP (AT)
The AH-64DJP (AT) is a special version of the AH-64D Apache Longbow attack helicopter in service with the Japan Air Self-Defense Forces, with its radar removed and skis equipped for all-terrain landings.
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  • 3 March 2026
Me 210: The Hornet Swarm
In the next major update, several variants of the classic and long-awaited Me 210 heavy fighter will be arriving for several nations!
Rank IX Aircraft and the F-16C Block 52!
The Ninth Wave major update will expand the newly-added rank IX with the most technologically advanced combat aircraft in the game.
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  • 27 February 2026
Pre-order: Alpha Jet A JaboG 41
A Premium Alpha Jet A attack aircraft in the livery of the 41st Fighter-Bomber Regiment of the Luftwaffe is on the way!
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  • 27 February 2026
Get the IAR 316B at a Discount for the Alouette III’s First Flight!
The maiden flight of the Alouette III (prototype Sud Aviation SE 3160) took place on February 28th 1959, at the factory airfield in Marignane near Marseille. The Alouette III became one of the most widely produced European helicopters of the 1960s and 1970s, widely used by rescue services, police, the army, and the navy.
  • 27 February 2026
"Ninth Wave" Update Trailer!
Introducing the next major update trailer for War Thunder: Ninth Wave!
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  • 26 February 2026
USS Helm: The Destroyer Who Fought Back
The American destroyer Helm was one of the first vessels to take action and fight back at Pearl Harbor. It’s coming as a new premium for the US Bluewater fleet in the next major update!
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  • 26 February 2026
Special
Happy St. David’s Day, Wales!
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus (Happy St. David’s Day)!
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  • 26 February 2026
Locations: Updated Ardennes and the return of White Rock Fortress!
In the next major update, we'll introduce two visually redesigned combine battles locations. "Ardennes" and the long-awaited "White Rock Fortress"!
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  • 26 February 2026
Pre-order: ZTZ96B
Today we’re checking out China’s premium ZTZ96B MBT, which serves as the transitional link between the ZTZ96 and modern ZTZ99 families.
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  • 25 February 2026