#United States Air Force
Patrick Fleming: World War II Ace & 1st SAC Pilot To Fly B-52 Stratofortress Later Died In 1st-Ever B-52 Crash
"Fighter pukes make movies. Bomber pilots make history!" Patrick Fleming made history in both roles, but alas, the latte...
Why Does The B-52 Need 8 Engines?
The B-52 dates from a time when it needed eight engines and now it is easier to roll with its existing eight-engine desi...
"Broken Arrow": 6 Alarming Nuclear US Military B-52 Crashes Of The Cold War
B-52 crashes are responsible for many of the most worrisome nuclear accidents during US Air Force Cold War history.
Cause Of Deadly US Air Force Osprey CV-22B Crash In Japan Was 1st Reported A Decade Ago
A new report suggests that warnings about the issue that caused the CV-22 to crash in 2023 have been issued since 2013.
What Will Replace The E-8C JSTARS?
The E-8C was used to track ground vehicles and some aircraft.
5 Game-Changing Technologies In US Military Aviation
Developing and incorporating new technologies has enabled the US to remain unchallenged in the air.
UFOs In Palmdale: Secretive US Air Force Plant 42 & Home Of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Clocks Aerial Intruders
The classified aerospace facility has reportedly experienced drone incursions.
US Air Force B-2 Stealth Bombers & KC-135R Tankers Land At Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley
Three US B-2 Spirit bombers have arrived in Australia as part of a Bomber Task Force deployment and increased US involve...
Top 5: The Heaviest Bombers Used In WWII
The most notable of these bombers is the one that dropped bombs over Hiroshima and Nagasaki
US Air Force Feels It Can't Continue Projecting Power From Overseas Bases
The USAF needs to be more flexible and operate from a wider assortment of air bases over a wider area while coming under...
F-22 Raptor Vs F/A-18 Super Hornet: US Fighter Jet Showdown
The USAF 5th Generation Raptor vs the USN movie star Super Hornet. How do these two stack up against each other?
How US Air Force Leaders Plan To Improve Quality Of Life In The Military
The Air Force and Space Force continue to look for new ways to improve the quality of life for their Airmen and Guardian...
How Many Fighter Jets Does The USA Produce Annually?
The United States produces around 250 fighter jets annually (and many of these are for export).
Waiting For Their Own: Hill Air Force Base Loans 2 New F-35s To Reserve Base In Fort Worth
The 301st Fighter Wing has temporarily received the first two of its planned 26 F-35 fifth-generation fighter jets.
How Do US RQ-4 Global Hawks Operate In High-Threat Environments?
Though not as well-known as the MQ09 Predator drone, the RQ-4 Global Hawk is proving itself as a top-notch military UAV ...
5 Strategic US Military Airbases Worldwide
From Greenland to Japan, these airbases demonstrate the global reach and operational capabilities of the US military.
US Air Force Takes Delivery Of Archer's Midnight eVTOL
Archer Aviation just delivered an eVTOL to the US Air Force, marking an impor
4 Private North American Air Forces Providing Training For The US Air Force And Navy
At least four North American private air forces are larger than many of the smaller air forces in the world.
What Are The Future Trends In Air-To-Air Refueling Technology?
With the KC-10 being retired and the KC-135 not too far behind, what is the way forward for midair refueling?
The 5 Most Iconic Aircraft Liveries in US Military History
Aircraft liveries leave lasting impressions in the military as well as on commercial airliners.