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A Discount on the UH-1C XM-30 and a Decal Trophy for US Airborne Day!
National Airborne Day takes place in the United States on August 16th, marking the anniversary of the first parachute jump in 1940. American paratroopers made a tremendous contribution to the success of key operations during the Second World War. Since then, airborne operations have been carried out in conflicts in Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
  • 2026 年 8 月 14 日
Polish Vehicles and a Trophy with Decals Commemorating Polish Armed Forces Day!
In Poland, Armed Forces Day is celebrated on August 15th in honor of the victory in the Battle of Warsaw in 1920; however, the history of the Polish Army dates back to the very founding of the state in the 10th century. In the 15th century, Poland prevailed over the Teutonic Order, which acknowledged itself as a vassal of the Polish Crown, which secured the country’s access to the Baltic Sea. In the late 16th and early 17th centuries, following its union with Lithuania, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth became one of the largest and most powerful states in Europe. It was during this period that the Winged Hussars, the elite Polish cavalry, gained widespread fame.
  • 2026 年 8 月 14 日
The F-89D is Temporarily Available at a Discount to Mark the Anniversary of its First Flight!
On August 16th 1948 the Northrop F-89 Scorpion prototype took to the air for the first time. It was the world’s first aircraft to carry air-to-air rockets with nuclear warheads and one of the first American fighter jets equipped with guided missiles.
  • 2026 年 8 月 13 日
A Discount on the G.91 R/4 to Mark the 70th Anniversary of its First Flight!
The first mass-produced jet fighter built in Italy, the G.91, made its maiden flight on August 9th 1956. It became a symbol of the resurgence of Italian military aviation following the Second World War. In addition to the Italian Air Force, the G.91 served with the West German Luftwaffe and the Portuguese Air Force. It remained in service for a full 34 years from 1961 to 1995!
  • 2026 年 8 月 7 日
The German Su-22M4 Returns at a Discount for the First Flight of the Su-17!
On August 2nd 1966, test pilot Vladimir Ilyushin made the first flight of the Su-17 fighter-bomber prototype. This was the USSR’s first aircraft with variable-sweep wings. In total, more than 2,800 units were produced, including the Su-20 and Su-22 export variants.
  • 2026 年 7 月 31 日
A Discount for the P-16 to Mark the Swiss Air Force’s Founding Day!
The history of the Swiss Air Force began on July 31st 1914, with the First World War. Switzerland remained neutral throughout all of its neighbors’ conflicts. During the Second World War, its aircraft repeatedly intercepted violators of its airspace, both from the Axis and the Allies. Today, the Swiss Air Force remains relatively small but well-equipped.
  • 2026 年 7 月 30 日
A Decal and Discounts on the ZTZ96B and Type 69-IIa for PLA Day!
The modern Chinese army traces its history back to August 1st 1927. With the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) became the nation’s official military force. Even then, the PLA had over four million soldiers in its ranks, more than any other country in the world. While the PLA has remained the largest army throughout its existence, large-scale modernization over the past decade has also transformed it into one of the most technologically advanced as well.
  • 2026 年 7 月 30 日
Discounts for P.O. Sukhoi’s Birthday!
Pavel Osipovich Sukhoi was born on July 22nd 1895. In the early 1910s, while a student in Gomel, he witnessed a flight by the famous aviator Sergei Utochkin; he loved it so much that he decided to dedicate his life to aircraft design.
  • 2026 年 7 月 22 日
Summer Deals Are Here on PlayStation!
Summer is heating up, and so are the discounts! We’re excited to announce the War Thunder Summer Sale is now live for all PlayStation players.
  • 2026 年 7 月 15 日
Decals and a Discount on the Vautour IIN for Bastille Day!
On July 14th 1789, the Bastille fortress-prison fell, becoming a pivotal event of the French Revolution. More than 90 years later, this date began to be celebrated as a national holiday. In the 20th century, a military parade on the Champs-Élysées was added to the festivities, featuring the Patrouille de France painting the world-famous tricolor in the sky with smoke!
  • 2026 年 7 月 14 日
July 4th: Discounts, Rewards & Rare Vehicles for the US 250th Anniversary!
July 4th marks the anniversary of the United States of America! The country’s independence was proclaimed by signing the world-famous Declaration of Independence in 1776. July 4th 2026 marks the 250th anniversary, and we join in on the congratulations with discounts and various rewards for playing in battles!
  • 2026 年 7 月 3 日
A Decal Trophy and a Discount on the J35A for 100 Years of the Swedish Air Force!
On July 1st 1926, the Swedish Air Force was established as a separate military branch. Today it celebrates its centenary! The country maintained neutrality during both World War II and the Cold War while simultaneously building up its military capabilities. This was particularly true of the Air Force: aviation enthusiasts worldwide are well aware of the Draken, Viggen, Gripen, and other masterpieces of Swedish aircraft engineering.
  • 2026 年 7 月 1 日
A Decal Trophy and Discounts for Japan Self-Defense Forces Day!
The Japan Self-Defense Forces were established on July 1st 1954. Initially, they held only a defensive mandate, but over time they began participating in international missions (typically UN peacekeeping operations) and providing assistance to their allies. The Self-Defense Forces are also deployed to assist during major natural disasters, such as the earthquakes of 1995 and 2011.
  • 2026 年 7 月 1 日
The Summer Sale in the Gaijin Store!
Whatever the weather and whatever the time of year, the Gaijin store delights you with new discounts and offers. Check out what we have to offer you at great prices this hot summer
  • 2026 年 6 月 25 日
MiG-21 Discounts for the Anniversary of the MiG-21’s First Flight!
On June 15th 1955, the MiG-21, one of the most recognizable and mass-produced supersonic fighters in history, took to the skies for the first time. Nearly 11,500 of these aircraft were made. Relatively inexpensive to produce, it was also fast, survivable, and durable, ensuring its popularity worldwide and participation in numerous conflicts. The Chinese J-7 fighter family traces its lineage to the MiG-21.
  • 2026 年 6 月 16 日
Discount on the German Wellington Mk Ic for the 90th Anniversary of the Wellington’s First Flight!
The Vickers-designed Wellington bomber first flew on June 15th 1936. It was Britain’s primary night bomber during the early years of the Second World War, serving in attacks on Germany, North Africa, and the Mediterranean.
  • 2026 年 6 月 15 日
A Decal and Discounts on Rare German Ships for German Navy Day!
The history of the unified German navy dates back to June 14th 1848, when the short-lived “Reichsflotte” was founded. Formed in 1871, the naval forces of the German Empire quickly grew in numbers and power, and were able to compete on equal terms with Great Britain, the mistress of the seas, at the Battle of Jutland. Today, the German Navy serves as a permanent member of NATO’s naval forces.
  • 2026 年 6 月 12 日
RN Geniere, Discounts and a New Decal for Italian Navy Day!
The Regia Marina, the Royal Italian Navy, was founded on March 17th 1861, by the unification of the navies of the Kingdom of Sardinia, Naples, and Tuscany. It fought in the Italo-Turkish War, the First World War, and the Second World War. In 1946, after the proclamation of the Republic, the Navy received its current name, Marina Militare. It celebrates its professional holiday, Festa della Marina, on June 10th, in memory of the sinking of the battleship Szent István during World War I.
  • 2026 年 6 月 10 日