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What To Know About The USAF 2nd Bomb Wing In Barksdale Air Force Base

What To Know About The USAF 2nd Bomb Wing In Barksdale Air Force Base

The 2nd Bomb Wing's Agile Bomber Generation Squadrons recently deployed in Eastern Europe, demonstrating readiness for h...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
What Current Combat Jet Developments Began In The 90s?

What Current Combat Jet Developments Began In The 90s?

The F-35 and B-21 are two examples of clean-sheet advanced combat aircraft whose design dates from the post-Iron Curtain...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Was The US Decision To End F-22 Raptor Production A Mistake?

Was The US Decision To End F-22 Raptor Production A Mistake?

Ending F-22 Raptor production saved funding for other programs but may have sacrificed US air superiority as rivals adva...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
APURRS: 22nd Air Refueling Wing Innovation Lab's New Remote Start Device For KC-46A Pegasus

APURRS: 22nd Air Refueling Wing Innovation Lab's New Remote Start Device For KC-46A Pegasus

APURRS transforms KC-46A operations, enabling remote APU control for faster turnarounds and enhanced safety.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Many Aircraft Does The US Army Have?

How Many Aircraft Does The US Army Have?

Some US Army aircraft may be equipped with classified technologies such as advanced stealth systems or next-generation s...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
Strategic Importance: 5 Fast Facts On USAF Andersen Air Force Base In Guam

Strategic Importance: 5 Fast Facts On USAF Andersen Air Force Base In Guam

Guam's Andersen AFB is one of the most strategically located bases the US possesses outside of the Mainland.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What Is The A-10 Warthog's Safety Record?

What Is The A-10 Warthog's Safety Record?

Over 100 A-10s have been lost to accidents over the years while the 'bathtub' has protected the pilot in battle.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
The Only 3 Air Forces Still Equipped With Strategic Bombers

The Only 3 Air Forces Still Equipped With Strategic Bombers

Only the US, Russia, and China still operate these aircraft.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
Is The B-21 Raider Cheaper Than The B-2 Spirit?

Is The B-21 Raider Cheaper Than The B-2 Spirit?

The B-21 Raider's per-unit cost appears to be around a third of that of the B-2 Spirit bomber.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
5 Fast Facts On The SR-71 Blackbird Cockpit

5 Fast Facts On The SR-71 Blackbird Cockpit

The SR-71 was a technological marvel, it had a unique appearance, capabilities and technology.

Christian P. Martin 1 year ago
5 Fast Facts On OTS: US Air Force Officer Training School

5 Fast Facts On OTS: US Air Force Officer Training School

The Officer Training School provides a way for the Air Force to surge graduating officers in time of need.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Under Secretary Of The Air Force Highlights US Defense Challenges

Under Secretary Of The Air Force Highlights US Defense Challenges

Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton brings fresh attention to the growing US Air and space defense needs aga...

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Why The F-35 Block 4 Upgrade Is Critical To The US Air Force

Why The F-35 Block 4 Upgrade Is Critical To The US Air Force

The F-35 Block 4 upgrade augments its combat capabilities, advanced EW systems, and unmatched adaptability against futur...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
America's Eyes In The Sky: A Deeper Look At The Boeing E-3 Sentry

America's Eyes In The Sky: A Deeper Look At The Boeing E-3 Sentry

The aircraft serves a critical purpose.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
New F-16 Block 40/42 HUD Displays: Elbit America Earns USAF Contract Up To $89 Million

New F-16 Block 40/42 HUD Displays: Elbit America Earns USAF Contract Up To $89 Million

New wide-angle displays to modernize its F-16 fleet.

Luke Bodell 1 year ago
US Air Force Enlisted Ranks Explained

US Air Force Enlisted Ranks Explained

An explainer of US Air Force (USAF) enlisted ranks.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
80 Years On: Remembering The Lady Jane American Liberator Crash In Norwich

80 Years On: Remembering The Lady Jane American Liberator Crash In Norwich

80 years on, the Lady Jane crash in Norwich recalls sacrifice, resilience, and the enduring bond between airmen and the ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Why The F-35 Isn't That Expensive & Is Actually A Fantastically Good Jet

Why The F-35 Isn't That Expensive & Is Actually A Fantastically Good Jet

The flyaway cost of an F-35 is lower than many advanced 4th-generation fighters while offering far more capabilities.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What To Know About The US Air Force's HC-130J Combat King II

What To Know About The US Air Force's HC-130J Combat King II

The HC-130J Combat King II provides a long-range combat search and rescue mission in the Air Force and extends helicopte...

Simple Flying Editorial Team 1 year ago
6 Current US Fighter Jets Flying For The Air Force & Navy

6 Current US Fighter Jets Flying For The Air Force & Navy

Discover the cutting-edge fighter jets that keep the US Air Force and Navy ready for any mission, from stealth fighter t...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago