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KC-10 Extenders Still Fly For The US Military Even After The Air Force Retired Them

KC-10 Extenders Still Fly For The US Military Even After The Air Force Retired Them

As an epilogue, Omega Air continues to refuel US aircraft with ex-Japan Airlines and Dutch KC-10 even after the Air Forc...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Hiller X-18: How This Oddball Frankenplane Helped Advance VTOL

Hiller X-18: How This Oddball Frankenplane Helped Advance VTOL

Discover how the Hiller X-18, or the "Frankenplane" was built from spare parts, spurring on VTOL technology and blazing ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How US Air National Guard Deployments Increased After 9/11

How US Air National Guard Deployments Increased After 9/11

The US ANG saw an increase in deployments after 9/11 as the Air Force hunted down threats before they could reach the Un...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Why The B-2 Spirit Remains Critical To US Defense

Why The B-2 Spirit Remains Critical To US Defense

Northrop Gumman’s B-2 Spirit has unmatched stealth, power, and global reach that make it an irreplaceable asset in US de...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Where In The World Is The DC-10 Still Flying?

Where In The World Is The DC-10 Still Flying?

Only eight DC-10s remain operational around the world - mostly in the United States as firebombers and tankers.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Do Variable Cycle Engines Work On Fighter Jets?

How Do Variable Cycle Engines Work On Fighter Jets?

Variable cycle engines revolutionize fighter jet propulsion with unmatched range and performance to meet any mission hea...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Archer Grows Defense Advisory Board With Retired Special Ops General

Archer Grows Defense Advisory Board With Retired Special Ops General

Archer's hiring of retired USAF Special Ops General Howell offers a peak into Archer's military development.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Don't Knock The F-35: Why The US Air Force Secretary Says Elon Musk Needs To Learn More

Don't Knock The F-35: Why The US Air Force Secretary Says Elon Musk Needs To Learn More

F-35 debate intensifies as the Air Force Secretary challenges Elon Musk’s view on piloted jets—who’s really right?

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Much Does The USAF T-7A Red Hawk Trainer Cost?

How Much Does The USAF T-7A Red Hawk Trainer Cost?

Get the rundown on the procurement of the T-7A Red Hawk, a new jet trainer designed to build the USAF’s future fighter p...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Countries Operated The OV-10 Bronco?

What Countries Operated The OV-10 Bronco?

The last country has retired the OV-10 with their retirement in the Philippines.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
US Air Force Delays T-7A Red Hawk Trainer Production Decision To 2026

US Air Force Delays T-7A Red Hawk Trainer Production Decision To 2026

Efforts are being made to get the T-7A to Initial Operating Capability on-time.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
How Creech Air Force Base Uses 3D Printing To Keep USAF MQ-9 Reapers Flying

How Creech Air Force Base Uses 3D Printing To Keep USAF MQ-9 Reapers Flying

Utilizing the latest technology to give the US military a battlefield edge.

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
Top 5 Powerhouse Aircraft Of WWI

Top 5 Powerhouse Aircraft Of WWI

These aircraft had impressive capabilities.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
Guardsman Shares What It's Like Commanding The 13th Air Expeditionary Group At McMurdo Station In Antarctica

Guardsman Shares What It's Like Commanding The 13th Air Expeditionary Group At McMurdo Station In Antarctica

Oregon Air Guardsmen are crucial in supporting Antarctic operations, providing transportation, logistics, and personnel ...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
5 US Military Aircraft That Were Deployed In The Gulf

5 US Military Aircraft That Were Deployed In The Gulf

US military aircraft played a pivotal role in the Gulf, ensuring air superiority and executing precision strikes in hund...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How The US Air Force Fixes Aircraft Fuel Leaks To Keep The Fleet Flying

How The US Air Force Fixes Aircraft Fuel Leaks To Keep The Fleet Flying

Precision fuel system maintenance ensures mission readiness, safety, and efficiency for the US Air Force's fleet of airc...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
US Air Force Funding Questions For Trump Administration To Tackle In 2025

US Air Force Funding Questions For Trump Administration To Tackle In 2025

The U.S. Air Force faces several pivotal funding decisions as the Trump administration begins its term in 2025.

Ryan Williams 1 year ago
What Are The Differences Between The XA100 & F135 Fighter Jet Engine?

What Are The Differences Between The XA100 & F135 Fighter Jet Engine?

The XA100's technology is the future of fighter jet engine applications. The 6th generation NGAD fighter program is pur...

Steve Miller 1 year ago
How USAF Leaders See China's J-36 & H-20 Impacting The US NGAD Program

How USAF Leaders See China's J-36 & H-20 Impacting The US NGAD Program

Reviewing how USAF leaders see the PRC's new stealth aircraft vs. NGAD.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Sikorsky S-47: A Look Back At The 1st Flight Of The 1st US Military Helicopter

Sikorsky S-47: A Look Back At The 1st Flight Of The 1st US Military Helicopter

A review of the Sikorsky S-47 83 years and a day after it's first flight.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago