#United States Air Force
Aurora & Boeing's Next X-Plane: A High-Speed Blended-Wing Stealth Transport That Won't Need A Runway
Aurora's X-Plane in development could prove revolutionary for Air Force logistics if the demonstrator proves successful.
5 Fast Facts On Elmendorf Air Force Base: The Largest US Military Installation In Alaska
The Elmendorf Air Force Base provides support, including training to numerous squadrons.
USAF In The Lead: The World’s 5 Largest Tanker Aircraft Fleets
With three-quarters of the world's tanker fleet, the USAF dominates the list of aerial tanker fleets.
The Controversy Explained: Does The US Need A Space National Guard?
Some argue a Space National Guard would be beneficial, while others say it would be tiny, bureaucratic, and expensive.
What Aircraft Are In The US Air Force Air Education & Training Command Fleet?
The US Air Force has far more than just dedicated trainer aircraft at its disposal with everything from the most advance...
Pentagon Awards New $250 Million Drone Counter Attack System Contract
Anduril's new Roadrunner-M drone-interceptor munition drone has been awarded an initial contract for 500 units, with man...
What To Know About The Northrop Grumman & JetZero Future Blended Wing Aircraft For The USAF
Blended-wing aircraft promises a major leap in future US Air Force transport and refueling capabilities.
Kadena Air Base: What To Know About The Largest US Military Installation In The Asia-Pacific Region
The US and Japan have had a security cooperation treaty in place since 1960. Kadena Air Base is literally the biggest sy...
USA's Largest Warplane Ever: The Massive Convair B-36 Peacemaker
The B-36, was too late for service during World War II, however, it did play an initial and important role at the outset...
The USAF's New B-52 Throwback Livery: Looking Back At The Historic Bomber's Development Program
The venerable B-52 isn't just getting upgraded. Paradoxically, it's also going retro...at least in terms of the paint sc...
How The US Navy, Coast Guard & USAF Work Together In A Theater Like Israel
The US Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard use many joint strategies to work in concert to execute coordinated operations i...
The Huge, The Mighty, The Grounded The WW2 Northrop YB-35 Flying Wing
Long before Northrop succeeded with the B-2 Spirit, it had the YB-35 Flying Wing. What went wrong with it?
US Space Force X-37B Begins Aerobraking Maneuvers To Change Orbit Around Earth
The Space Force is about to execute its first-ever aerobraking maneuver with the experimental X-37B orbital vehicle.
Everything's Bigger In Texas: A Guide To The Lone Star State's Air Force Bases
These US Air Force bases help keep Texas, the USA, and its allies safe.
Top 4: The Most Powerful Air Forces Engaged In The Israel-Iran Conflict
The US Air Force(s) and Israeli Air Force remain the most powerful air forces engaged in the current Iranian-Israeli con...
WW2 History: The Legendary US P-47 Thunderbolts In The European Theater
Though not quite as renowned as the P-51, the "Jug" was still a legendary fighter in the European Theater of WW2. And ri...
Area 51: What Really Goes On At The US Air Force's Most Secret Base?
Conspiracy theories, urban legends, and related movies, TV shows, video games, and whatnot aside, what's the real deal w...
Built Or Rebuilt: Boeing Reports 34 Military Aircraft Deliveries In Q3 & 76 Year-To-Date
Boeing delivered as many military aircraft in the 2024 third quarter as the first two quarters combined.
Examined: The 7 US Air Force Bases In Europe
With their strategic locations and advanced capabilities, these bases form the backbone of USAFE-AFAFRICA operations.
Too Hot For Take-Off? The Top 5 Hottest US Military Bases
Approximately three months of extreme heat conditions are expected in these areas.