#United States Air Force
The 5 Largest US Military Airfields By Runway Length
From Edwards to Vandenberg, these are the 5 longest US military runways—and the operational demands that make extreme le...
Why Replacing Air Force One Has Become A Billion-Dollar Headache
The debacle of replacing America's most iconic 747.
Why Does The US Air Force Still Rely On The A-10 Warthog?
Discover why despite years of retirement pressure, the A-10 Warthog remains in service.
New Doomsday: Ex-Passenger Boeing 747-8 Continues Test Flights Ahead Of Air Force Delivery
Once a passenger jet, the mysterious plane has been spotted taking to the skies above Dayton, Ohio.
Why A US Air Force C-130 Hercules Was Parked At A Civilian Airport In Ireland
How a USAF airlifter came to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Tense Flights: Air Force One During America's Biggest Crises
When Air Force One was needed most.
5 Fighter Jets With The Best Speed-To-Altitude Performance
A closer look at some of the world's most agile and powerful jets in the sky.
How The Fairchild Republic A-10 Warthog's Unique Design Ensures Pilot Survivability
The aircraft has numerous features that are purpose-built for pilot safety and durability in contested airspace.
Why Does The US Air Force Still Rely On The KC-135 Stratotanker?
Despite its age, the Stratotanker remains the backbone of the US Air Force's aerial refueling fleet.
Air Force One Can Refuel In Mid-Air, But Here's Why It Rarely Does
This unique feature is reserved for only the most demanding missions.
Is It True That The F-35's Maintenance Cost Is 45% Higher Than The F-16's?
The F-35’s '45% higher cost' claim is partly true, but it depends on how you compare data, and may stem from misinterpre...
From Tank Buster To Drone Hunter: Why The A-10 Warthog Is Proving Too Useful To Retire
The unkillable flying tank lives to fight another day.
Why The US Air Force Still Relies On The Boeing 707 In 2026
Still serving seven decades later.
5 Aircraft With The Longest Service Lives
They weren’t meant to last this long, but smart design, constant upgrades, and essential roles have kept them flying for...
Why The US Air Force Is The World's Exclusive Operator Of The F-22 Raptor
How America locked down the world's best fighter.
This Might Be Boeing's Greatest Asset After Acquiring Rockwell
Boeing’s 1996 Rockwell buy gave it space, propulsion, and the B-1 Lancer heavy bomber, which was arguably the firm's gre...
Calling 'Vader 01': The Boeing 747-8 Destined To Be Air Force One Begins Test Flights
Have you been tracking the exclusive quadjet?
Boeing F-47: Everything We Know So Far
There's been a lot of mystique around the F-47.
6 Military Aircraft With The Largest Payload Capacity
Only three of the world's biggest cargo military aircraft by payload capacity are in production today, with the largest ...
The 5 Largest Combat Jet Fleets In The US Air Force
Explore the stark contrasts emerging between aging designs and ambitious new programs.