The US Air Force (USAF) has updated scoring charts for its new Physical Fitness Readiness Assessment as a three-month diagnostic period begins March 1, 2026.
Defense
In 2026, total military aircraft numbers continue to highlight which countries possess the most expansive and versatile aerial forces.
Fighter jet pilots represent one of the most elite and highly trained groups in global aviation.
The United States Air Force has launched a major sensor integration initiative aimed at accelerating combat decision-making across air, space, and cyber domains
The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit has entered the expanding air campaign against Iran, striking hardened underground missile cave complexes.
Honeywell has been selected by the U.S. Air Force to design a prototype propulsion system for collaborative combat aircraft, centered on its new SkyShot 1600 small-thrust-class engine.
A former United States Air Force major and contractor instructor on the F-35 Lightning II has been arrested for allegedly training Chinese military pilots without US authorization.
The US Air Force has confirmed that its target of 100 B-21 Raider bombers remains unchanged despite a 25 percent increase in annual production capacity.
The US Air Force Reserve Command is pushing to acquire surplus F-15E Strike Eagles and new F-15EX Eagle II fighters to replace retiring aircraft. Lt. Gen. John P. Healy aims to end a 14-year pattern of divesting aircraft without recapitalization.
India is advancing discussions to procure the Sky Sting beyond visual range air to air missile from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to strengthen the Indian Air Force.