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How Many A-10 Warthogs Are Still In Service?

How Many A-10 Warthogs Are Still In Service?

The jet is still a key part of the US Air Force's ground strike operations.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
Why The US Air Force Keeps Coming Up Short On Pilots

Why The US Air Force Keeps Coming Up Short On Pilots

The U.S. Air Force faces a pilot shortage, read on and find out the source and possible solutions.

Christian P. Martin 1 year ago
Top 5: The US Military Aircraft With The Most Variants

Top 5: The US Military Aircraft With The Most Variants

Each aircraft’s ability to evolve has kept them relevant for decades.

Nicole Kylie 1 year ago
US Air Force Weighs Cancelling KC-135 Stratotanker Replacement In Favor Of Next-Gen Tanker

US Air Force Weighs Cancelling KC-135 Stratotanker Replacement In Favor Of Next-Gen Tanker

A new next-gen tanker is hoped to enter service in the mid-2030s.

Luke Bodell 1 year ago
How Many F-15 Eagles Are In The US Air Force Today?

How Many F-15 Eagles Are In The US Air Force Today?

In service since 1976, the F-15 Eagle continues to play an important role in the US Air Force.

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
The 5 US-Built Combat Aircraft That Turned The Tide Of The Second World War

The 5 US-Built Combat Aircraft That Turned The Tide Of The Second World War

These US-built aircraft were influential on the battlefield.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
US Air Force Releases 1st Video Of B-21 Bomber In Flight

US Air Force Releases 1st Video Of B-21 Bomber In Flight

The Air Force has shown one of its three B-21 bombers in test flights in California for the first time.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Top 5 Most Iconic US Military Fighter Planes Of The 20th Century

Top 5 Most Iconic US Military Fighter Planes Of The 20th Century

Each of these aircraft has numerous aces to its record.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
Examined: How US Fighter Jets Have Longer Service Lives Than Their Soviet/Russian Counterparts

Examined: How US Fighter Jets Have Longer Service Lives Than Their Soviet/Russian Counterparts

American fighter jets normally have thousands of hours more flight hours than their Soviet/Russian counterparts.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
US Air Force Secretary: NGAD Will Cost Less Than F-35

US Air Force Secretary: NGAD Will Cost Less Than F-35

US Air Force Secretary Kendall's desire to drive down NGAD per-unit cost is coupled to wanting to buy CCAs and new steal...

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
US Air Force Announces 2nd & 3rd B-21 Raider Bases

US Air Force Announces 2nd & 3rd B-21 Raider Bases

The Air Force has now announced the three air force bases that will accommodate the new B-21 Raider.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Nellis Air Force Base Complex: Just How Big Is The Largest Air Force Base In The World?

Nellis Air Force Base Complex: Just How Big Is The Largest Air Force Base In The World?

Nellis Air Force Base, located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The "toughest kid on the block" is a massive military installation ...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
5 Unique Camouflage Strategies Used On US Military Aircraft

5 Unique Camouflage Strategies Used On US Military Aircraft

The US has many ways to help its aircraft blend in and remain undetected for as long as possible.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Would US Air Defense Benefit From The Pentagon's 6G Tech?

How Would US Air Defense Benefit From The Pentagon's 6G Tech?

Besides offering faster speeds, the 6G network could offer ISR opportunities as well as the risk of being spied upon.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
The 1st Top Gun: Tuskegee Airman James H. Harvey II

The 1st Top Gun: Tuskegee Airman James H. Harvey II

Many military aviation enthusiasts are familiar with Top Gun and the Tuskegee Airmen. This is the story of one heroic pi...

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
Top 5 Oldest US Air Force Aircraft Still In Service

Top 5 Oldest US Air Force Aircraft Still In Service

Some of these aircraft have been active for nearly 70 years.

Nicole Kylie 1 year ago
VC-25B: Everything We Know About The New Air Force One Boeing 747-8s So Far

VC-25B: Everything We Know About The New Air Force One Boeing 747-8s So Far

The first of the two new airplanes is scheduled for delivery in 2027 with a range of upgrades and efficiency improvement...

Jonathan E. Hendry 1 year ago
Aerial Refueling Operations: How the US Military Extends Fighter Jet Range

Aerial Refueling Operations: How the US Military Extends Fighter Jet Range

Aerial refueling is a crucial force multiplier and U.S. military has relied on this capability since the Vietnam War.

Christian P. Martin 1 year ago
US Approves Sale Of 32 F-35 Aircraft To Romania In $7.2 Billion Deal

US Approves Sale Of 32 F-35 Aircraft To Romania In $7.2 Billion Deal

Romania is getting closer to joining the F-35A club. Read on for details, including the need for interoperability.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Analysed: The US Air Force's F-35 Inventory Plan

Analysed: The US Air Force's F-35 Inventory Plan

We examine the US Air Force's F-35 inventory plans in depth and make some comparisons.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago