The No. 1 priority of the National Military Strategy (NMS) has been to “Defend the Homeland.” Some 94 percent of that mission falls to Air National Guard squadrons sitting 24/7 alert in Reagan-era F-15 and F-16 fighter aircraft. That capability is now threatened, writes retired Maj. Gen. ...
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The 7th Bomb Wing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, launched a B-1B Lancer on Sept. 8 that received a slew of technology upgrades through a new program designed to modernize the aging bomber fleet much faster than usual.
A U.S. Air Force F-16 shot down a Turkish government drone on Oct. 5 after it flew within half a kilometer of U.S. forces in Syria. The incident was an extremely rare military engagement between two NATO members, who were already at odds over a ...
The producers of acclaimed television shows that focused on U.S. Army and Marine Corps units during World War II are turning their focus to the U.S. Army Air Forces. “Masters of the Air,” which will focus on the 8th Air Force during its bombing campaign ...
How the Air Force awards aerial victory credits has changed over time. It will likely have to change again.
A collection of of quotes on airpower, space power, and national security issues.
Across 330 miles and over 5,650 feet of elevation, 130 cyclists came together to have fun, celebrate heritage, and promote fitness, all while providing support to their wounded fellow service members.
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An Aviator Even Before the Army Had Airplanes.
