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Congress Wants USAF B-52 Crew To Be More Comfortable On 30+ Hour Missions

Congress Wants USAF B-52 Crew To Be More Comfortable On 30+ Hour Missions

The US Air Force has been instructed to address the issues with the infamously bad work environment onboard the B-52.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
By The Numbers: How Many American Aircraft Were Produced & Lost In WW2?

By The Numbers: How Many American Aircraft Were Produced & Lost In WW2?

The United States produced 300,000 military aircraft in WW2, supplied the Soviets and other Allies, and had the largest ...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
US Air Force Air Refueling Squadron Takes KC-10A Extender On Final Flight

US Air Force Air Refueling Squadron Takes KC-10A Extender On Final Flight

The final flight of KC-10A 83-0078 provides a chance to look back at the KC-10A Extender's contributions.

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
US Air Force KC-46A Tanker Modernization Delayed By Wing Aerial Refueling Pods

US Air Force KC-46A Tanker Modernization Delayed By Wing Aerial Refueling Pods

Watchdog report finds more delays for the modernization of the Air Force's new tankers despite decline in costs.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
5 Strategic Uses Of The B-1B Lancer Bomber For The US Air Force

5 Strategic Uses Of The B-1B Lancer Bomber For The US Air Force

The strategic roles and responsibilities of the B-1 have evolved through the years.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Top 5: The Best Airborne Early Warning And Control (AEW&C) Aircraft

Top 5: The Best Airborne Early Warning And Control (AEW&C) Aircraft

AEW&C aircraft are the eyes in the skies for air forces around the world and are some of the most expensive aircraft in ...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
15 Years After Start: B-52 Bomber With Rolls-Royce Engines Won’t Fly Until 2033

15 Years After Start: B-52 Bomber With Rolls-Royce Engines Won’t Fly Until 2033

According to a new report, the upgraded, re-engined B-52J Stratofortresses are not expected to enter service until 2033.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
How Are The F-35A, F-35B, And F-35C Lightning Variants Used By US Forces?

How Are The F-35A, F-35B, And F-35C Lightning Variants Used By US Forces?

The F-35 stealth fighter has three very distinct variants optimized for three US service branches.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
What Makes The V-22 Osprey Unique Among US Military Aircraft?

What Makes The V-22 Osprey Unique Among US Military Aircraft?

Despite tragic teething issues, the V-22 Osprey keeps soldiering on. Simple Flying examines what makes it unique amongst...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Red Flag & Black Flag: How The US Air Force Trains For Aerial Warfare

Red Flag & Black Flag: How The US Air Force Trains For Aerial Warfare

Red Flag and Black Flag are two critical exercises that allow the US military and allies to train and test for future ae...

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
5 Versatile Uses Of The C-130 Hercules For The US Air Force

5 Versatile Uses Of The C-130 Hercules For The US Air Force

The C-130 is still serving the USAF after 69 years. A major reason for this longevity is the plane's amazing versatility...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Turkey's KAAN Fighter vs US F-35: A Closer Look At Feuding Fighter Jet Capabilities

Turkey's KAAN Fighter vs US F-35: A Closer Look At Feuding Fighter Jet Capabilities

In spite of Turkey's ties with Russia, it remains a U.S. ally via NATO. Now, its KAAN fighter is attempting to rival Ame...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
How Has The A-10 Warthog Been Upgraded Over The Years?

How Has The A-10 Warthog Been Upgraded Over The Years?

Like the F-16, the A-10 Warthog is over 50 years old. Also like the F-16, the A-10 hasn't remained frozen in time, but h...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
What Role Did The E-8 Joint STARS Play In Advancing US Air Force Capabilities?

What Role Did The E-8 Joint STARS Play In Advancing US Air Force Capabilities?

The eye in the sky: a new era of airborne battle management.

Michael Scanlon 2 years ago
Comco: The World's Most Mysterious Boeing 757 Operator

Comco: The World's Most Mysterious Boeing 757 Operator

The true identity and purpose behind Comco's two Boeing 757s remains a mystery, despite popular beliefs that the company...

Courtnie Rodgers 2 years ago
Confirmed: USAF A-10 Warthog Demo Team Will Perform In EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

Confirmed: USAF A-10 Warthog Demo Team Will Perform In EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

In the A-10 Demo Team's last season, the A-10 will participate in some of EAA AirVenture Oshkosk's week of airshows.

Joe Kunzler 2 years ago
How Does The A-10 Warthog Support Ground Troops?

How Does The A-10 Warthog Support Ground Troops?

USAF brass wants to retire the A-10. That won't please American ground troops, who'll miss the Warthog's close air suppo...

Christian D. Orr 2 years ago
Top 5 Can't-Miss US Air Force Bases Offering Aviation Museums & Air Shows

Top 5 Can't-Miss US Air Force Bases Offering Aviation Museums & Air Shows

These are some of the largest air force bases in the country.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
How Do You Train To Become An F-22 Raptor Pilot?

How Do You Train To Become An F-22 Raptor Pilot?

The definitive guide to becoming an F-22 Raptor pilot in the United States Air Force.

Michael Scanlon 2 years ago
Top 5 Combat Achievements Of The F-16 Fighting Falcon

Top 5 Combat Achievements Of The F-16 Fighting Falcon

The famous fighter has been in deployment for more than four decades.

Channing Reid 2 years ago