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The Aircraft Replacing The US Air Force A-10 Warthog

The Aircraft Replacing The US Air Force A-10 Warthog

The F-35A is the main replacement for the A-10, while the F-16 and various other systems will also fill some of the role...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
2 USAF B-52Hs Join 2 RAF Typhoon FGR4s & Voyager Air-To-Air Refueler On Mission Over Arabian Peninsula

2 USAF B-52Hs Join 2 RAF Typhoon FGR4s & Voyager Air-To-Air Refueler On Mission Over Arabian Peninsula

RAF Typhoons have escorted American B-52 bombers in a mission over the Middle East to deter Iran.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Are Military Aircraft Refueled In The Air?

How Are Military Aircraft Refueled In The Air?

There are two main methods of aerial refueling, and both are extensively used by the United States military.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Logistical Juggernaut: 5 Unique Planned Logistical US Airlift Capabilities

Logistical Juggernaut: 5 Unique Planned Logistical US Airlift Capabilities

The US military is working on new categories of air-based logistics to ensure it retains its logistical dominance for de...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Which Countries Operate The F-16 Block 70 Fighting Falcon?

Which Countries Operate The F-16 Block 70 Fighting Falcon?

The F-16 Block 70 Viper - a cutting-edge fighter jet transforming air power across the globe with unmatched versatility ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Why Has Northrop Grumman Built A Crewed Loyal Wingman Drone?

Why Has Northrop Grumman Built A Crewed Loyal Wingman Drone?

The Model 435 Vanguard is being developed as an optionally manned platform likely to speed up development and add flexib...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
USAF: Unidentified Drones Spotted Over UK RAF Bases

USAF: Unidentified Drones Spotted Over UK RAF Bases

The latest in a long line of drone incursion events at US military bases.

Luke Bodell 1 year ago
What Is The Top Speed Of The Boeing RC-135 Rivet Joint?

What Is The Top Speed Of The Boeing RC-135 Rivet Joint?

The 60s-era reconnaissance aircraft can fly up to 580 miles per hour.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Does The Future Look Like For The A-10 Warthog?

What Does The Future Look Like For The A-10 Warthog?

By 2030, it appears all A-10 Warthogs will be in the boneyard - with a few potentially operated by a third country (mayb...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Why Arkansas' Ebbing Air National Guard Base Will Host 12 Additional F-35s

Why Arkansas' Ebbing Air National Guard Base Will Host 12 Additional F-35s

A look into how Ebbing ANGB will be a good home for training foriegn air services how to operate the F-35.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
5 Iconic Aircraft Of The Korean War

5 Iconic Aircraft Of The Korean War

The Korean War was a period of major development for jet fighters and helicopters and obsolescence for WWII bombers.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
5 Fast Facts On The 1st US Army Helicopter Deployment In WW2

5 Fast Facts On The 1st US Army Helicopter Deployment In WW2

While helicopters had flown since the 1920s, the US Army finally made them militarily useful in World War II.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What Does It Take To Become A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) In The US Air Force?

What Does It Take To Become A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) In The US Air Force?

A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) is the highest NCO rank in the United States Air Force (USAF).

Mark Finlay 1 year ago
Lockheed Reaches Understanding With F-35 Program Office For Next 2 Lots Of Lightnings

Lockheed Reaches Understanding With F-35 Program Office For Next 2 Lots Of Lightnings

A handshake agreement for more F-35s prompts a look at examples of recent F-35 action worldwide.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Why Optionally Crewed Fighter Jets Could Be The Future Of Aerial Warfare

Why Optionally Crewed Fighter Jets Could Be The Future Of Aerial Warfare

There are now multiple examples of "manned" and "unmanned" Air Force aircraft actually being optionally crewed.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
5 Military Aircraft Built Exclusively For The US Air Force

5 Military Aircraft Built Exclusively For The US Air Force

Many advanced military aircraft were never exported - to protect the technology and sometimes because it was beyond othe...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What To Know About The 412th Test Wing At Edwards Air Force Base

What To Know About The 412th Test Wing At Edwards Air Force Base

The 412th is at the forefront of US Air Force aircraft testing and evaluation, including testing the new NGAD and B-21 R...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
US Air Force Awards Boeing $2.38 Billion Contract For 15 More KC-46A Pegasus Tankers

US Air Force Awards Boeing $2.38 Billion Contract For 15 More KC-46A Pegasus Tankers

The newest lot will be delivered by the summer of 2028.

Luke Bodell 1 year ago
5 Aircraft The US Will Retire Before 2030

5 Aircraft The US Will Retire Before 2030

As the Air Force (and other services) introduces new aircraft, various types of aircraft are expected to retire before 2...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
Why The USAF Chief Thinks The Air Force Needs "More Air Force"

Why The USAF Chief Thinks The Air Force Needs "More Air Force"

The USAF wants Congress to approve a $217.5 billion budget for 2025.

Mark Finlay 1 year ago