#United States Air Force
USAF: Unidentified Drones Spotted Over UK RAF Bases
The latest in a long line of drone incursion events at US military bases.
What Is The Top Speed Of The Boeing RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The 60s-era reconnaissance aircraft can fly up to 580 miles per hour.
What Does The Future Look Like For The A-10 Warthog?
By 2030, it appears all A-10 Warthogs will be in the boneyard - with a few potentially operated by a third country (mayb...
Why Arkansas' Ebbing Air National Guard Base Will Host 12 Additional F-35s
A look into how Ebbing ANGB will be a good home for training foriegn air services how to operate the F-35.
5 Iconic Aircraft Of The Korean War
The Korean War was a period of major development for jet fighters and helicopters and obsolescence for WWII bombers.
5 Fast Facts On The 1st US Army Helicopter Deployment In WW2
While helicopters had flown since the 1920s, the US Army finally made them militarily useful in World War II.
What Does It Take To Become A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) In The US Air Force?
A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) is the highest NCO rank in the United States Air Force (USAF).
Lockheed Reaches Understanding With F-35 Program Office For Next 2 Lots Of Lightnings
A handshake agreement for more F-35s prompts a look at examples of recent F-35 action worldwide.
Why Optionally Crewed Fighter Jets Could Be The Future Of Aerial Warfare
There are now multiple examples of "manned" and "unmanned" Air Force aircraft actually being optionally crewed.
5 Military Aircraft Built Exclusively For The US Air Force
Many advanced military aircraft were never exported - to protect the technology and sometimes because it was beyond othe...
What To Know About The 412th Test Wing At Edwards Air Force Base
The 412th is at the forefront of US Air Force aircraft testing and evaluation, including testing the new NGAD and B-21 R...
US Air Force Awards Boeing $2.38 Billion Contract For 15 More KC-46A Pegasus Tankers
The newest lot will be delivered by the summer of 2028.
5 Aircraft The US Will Retire Before 2030
As the Air Force (and other services) introduces new aircraft, various types of aircraft are expected to retire before 2...
Why The USAF Chief Thinks The Air Force Needs "More Air Force"
The USAF wants Congress to approve a $217.5 billion budget for 2025.
Where The US Air Force Has Deployed 25% Of Its Combat-Ready B-52s
USAF B-52 bombers in Europe bolster NATO defenses, enhance readiness, and project strategic deterrence amid rising globa...
Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly: The US Army Air Force's 1st Helicopter
The helicopter has a fascinating operational history.
5 Bombers That Could Still Be In Service In 2040
These bombers have some serious long-term potential.
Q-2 Ryan Firebee: The US Air Force's 1950s Curious Little Red Target Drone
Redefining Aerial Combat Training.
Linebacker II: How Many B-52s Were Shot Down In The Vietnam 'Christmas Bombing' Campaign?
15 B-52s were officially lost in Linebacker II, but the actual number is likely between 22 and 27 when adding in write-o...
The 5 Most Expensive Leading US Military Aircraft Programs In 2025
The F-35 fighter and B-21 bomber programs are set to be the most expensive in 2025, with helicopters and drones also app...