#United States Air Force
Why The US Air Force Wants To Begin Retiring Its F-22s
While the F-22 Raptor may be the most advanced air superiority fighter, the Air Force wants to retire 32 in 2025.
How Much Does It Cost To Develop US Air Force 6th Generation Fighter Jets?
An individual NGAD fighter is expected to cost hundreds of millions of dollars dwarfing the cost of an F-35.
5 Amazing Facts About The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III "Moose"
The C-17 Globemaster III is claimed by the Air Force to be its most flexible heavy transport aircraft and is key to proj...
America's Secret MiGs: The Story Of The 4477th Test & Evaluation Squadron
This extraordinary unit had a top-secret mission.
Why The US Space Force Is Having Trouble Getting Air Guardsmen To Join
Some Air Guardsmen are threatening to retrain or retire than be transferred to the US Space Force.
How Much Does It Cost To Maintain The US Air Force & Navy's Aircraft Fleet?
Aircraft are expensive to maintain with many billions coming out of the budget to maintain the Air Force's and Navy's fl...
Is The US Air Force Fleet Shrinking Or Growing?
As the Air Force buys more fifth and sixth-generation fighters, the number of aircraft in service continues to fall.
Analysis: Is China On The Path To Have The Largest Air Force?
China continues to grow and modernize its Air Force while the USAF is shrinking, acquiring fewer though more capable air...
Beyond Air Force One: 5 Planes That Officially Served US Presidents
Presidential transport has changed drastically over time.
Why Is The A-10 Warthog So Feared?
A lethal combination of unmatched firepower, durability, versatility, and combat record
Xi'an H-20 Vs B-21: Which New Bomber Is Stealthier?
The Chinese are rumored to soon unveil their first stealth bomber while the American stealth bomber is entering producti...
Can Military Aircraft Be Tracked & Is It A Security Risk?
Yes, you can track military aircraft on training and repositioning. The problem is, there is some risk. Read on for th...
How Long Does Aerial Refueling Take?
The process can significantly extend aircraft operating range.
Top 5: The Most Powerful Air Forces In The World
Surprisingly, the four out five entries on the list include various United States military branches.
Sierra Nevada Corporation Beats Boeing On US Air Force Contract For New Doomsday Plane
Sierra Nevada has won the contract to build the replacement E-4B "Nightwatch" nuclear war-survivable flying emergency co...
How Were The USAF's F-16s Critical To The Success Of NATO's Operation Deny Flight?
The aircraft won key aerial victories in the Banja Luka incident.
How Has The US Air Force Fleet Evolved Over Time?
Combat aircraft design, performance, and operational capabilities have come a long way.
General Atomics' XQ-67 Drone Could Be New US Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft
Two prototype drones have now been selected for Increment 1 of the CCA program to complement the US's next generation of...
What Role Does The Lockheed AC-130 Gunship Play In The US Air Force?
The type serves a unique operational purpose.
The B-21 Raider Is Now Under Budget By Almost $2bn: Will The Program Succeed?
The B-21 Raider is entering low-rate production and appears to be developing on time and perhaps below budget.