#United States Air Force
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.
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
Top 5 Combat Achievements Of The F-16 Fighting Falcon
The famous fighter has been in deployment for more than four decades.