16 APR 2026
GlobalGulf of Aden

Spanish Air Force SAR aircraft over Gulf of Aden

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 11:45 UTC · 1 source

A Spanish Air Force CASA CN-235 Vigma search and rescue aircraft, tail number 342693/D.4-06, has been observed conducting operations over the Gulf of Aden. The aircraft, using the callsign AME215, is a specialized maritime patrol and surveillance platform. Its presence in this region, a key global shipping lane, suggests ongoing monitoring or patrol activities. No specific mission details or targets were disclosed in the sighting.

Key Details
Aircraft: CASA CN-235 Vigma
Tail Number: 342693/D.4-06
Callsign: AME215
Sources
TW@sipjack1776view11h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 11:45 UTC · First reported: 11h ago