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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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years ago
What To Know About US Air Force Wings: Roles and Responsibilities

What To Know About US Air Force Wings: Roles and Responsibilities

Like a Swiss Army Knife, the US Air Force's wings perform many varying roles, each utilizing specialized training and eq...

Christian P. Martin 2 years ago
Joint Base Charleston Investigating How A Boeing C-17 Globemaster Tail Cone Landed In A School Parking Lot

Joint Base Charleston Investigating How A Boeing C-17 Globemaster Tail Cone Landed In A School Parking Lot

It is unclear how what caused the aircraft part to detach midflight.

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
Lt. Colonel John 'Karl' Marks: The Longest-Flying A-10 Warthog Pilot In US Air Force History

Lt. Colonel John 'Karl' Marks: The Longest-Flying A-10 Warthog Pilot In US Air Force History

While the A-10 Warthog is older than most of the pilots flying it nowadays, Colonel 'Karl' Marks is a notable exception.

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
NORAD Spots 2 Unidentified Russian Military Aircraft Flying In International Airspace Off Alaska

NORAD Spots 2 Unidentified Russian Military Aircraft Flying In International Airspace Off Alaska

The incident occurred yesterday.

Alexander Mitchell 2 years ago
Top 5: The Best US Air Force Bases For Planespotters

Top 5: The Best US Air Force Bases For Planespotters

Many US Air Force bases offer planespotting opportunities for enthusiasts. Here are five of the best!

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
USAF Fightin' 55th Wing: What To Know About Offutt Air Force Base

USAF Fightin' 55th Wing: What To Know About Offutt Air Force Base

Offut AFB in Nebraska is one of the most prestigious bases in the USAF. The 55th Wing is a major reason for that prestig...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
The US Air Force Needs More Trainee Pilots Who Don't Want To Fly Fighters Or Bombers

The US Air Force Needs More Trainee Pilots Who Don't Want To Fly Fighters Or Bombers

The Air Force is over 1,800 pilots short and is struggling to fill non-combat assignments.

Luke Bodell 2 years ago
Exclusive: 142nd Wing Commander Oregon Air National Guard On Maintaining USA Air Sovereignty

Exclusive: 142nd Wing Commander Oregon Air National Guard On Maintaining USA Air Sovereignty

A conversation with Col. Michael Kosderka about OPERATION NOBLE EAGLE 23 years on, the nature of the Air National Guard ...

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
On The Day: 5 Critical Moments Of US Military Aerial Response To 9/11 Attacks

On The Day: 5 Critical Moments Of US Military Aerial Response To 9/11 Attacks

23 years ago, the US Air Force was caught by surprise but responded immediately, launching Operation Noble Eagle, which ...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Legendary: The Versatility of the North American B-25 Mitchell In WW2

Legendary: The Versatility of the North American B-25 Mitchell In WW2

The B-25 was a legendary WWII bomber. The immortal Doolittle Raid on Tokyo was just one reason for that.

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Top 5: The Leading US Air Force Bases for Joint Military Exercises

Top 5: The Leading US Air Force Bases for Joint Military Exercises

The US Air Force holds joint exercises with other US service branches and allied nations in many of its important air ba...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
5 Historic Tactical Transport Missions Of The C-123 Provider

5 Historic Tactical Transport Missions Of The C-123 Provider

A review of five missions the C-123 Provider has performed - as a transport, US Coast Guard Plane, Spray Plane, Gunship ...

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
WASPS In WWII: The Contributions Of USAAF Women Pilots In Testing Military Planes & Securing Victory

WASPS In WWII: The Contributions Of USAAF Women Pilots In Testing Military Planes & Securing Victory

America's female pilots did their part on the homefront, flying newly built aircraft from the factories to staging areas...

Christian P. Martin 2 years ago
The Bold 100s: A Brief History Of US Air Force Century Series Fighter Jets

The Bold 100s: A Brief History Of US Air Force Century Series Fighter Jets

The "Century Series" of USAF jet fighters was definitely historically significant. But did they merit the proverbial 100...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
How The WWII USAAF B-24 Liberator Benefited From Advances In Airborne Radar

How The WWII USAAF B-24 Liberator Benefited From Advances In Airborne Radar

The SB-24 was an experimental radar equipped B-24 variant that displayed the future of aerial warfare.

Christian P. Martin 2 years ago
How The USAAF P-38 Lightning Revolutionized Aerial Combat In WWII

How The USAAF P-38 Lightning Revolutionized Aerial Combat In WWII

Lockheed's P-38 Lightning was one of the iconic Allied fighters of WWII. We examine how it revolutionized aerial combat.

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago