The United States maintains one of the world’s most capable long-range bomber forces, anchored by two aircraft that reflect very different design philosophies and operational roles.
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The B-2 Spirit is designed for extremely long-duration missions, yet it carries only two pilots.
The US Air Force (USAF) is upgrading its experimental, autonomous X-62 VISTA aircraft with advanced radar and mission systems to expand artificial intelligence flight testing and combat-relevant experimentation.
The U.S. Air Force (USAF) marked a major fleet milestone with the arrival of its 99th and 100th KC-46A Pegasus aircraft at Travis Air Force Base (SUU) in California.
The US Air Force conducted large-scale training to operate independently from Moody Air Force Base near Valdosta (VLD), preparing units to sustain missions when isolated from reinforcements, resupply, or communication.
Explore data on the five largest US Air Force bases, including acreage, host countries, mission roles, and why these sites are important.
Turkish Air Force C-130 crashes in Georgia (TBS) after departing Baku (GYD), killing military personnel and prompting rescue efforts.
On October 30, the U.S. Senate confirmed General Kenneth S. Wilsbach as the next Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force (USAF), approved by unanimous consent just two days before the current top officer departs.
The US Air Force aims to expand its fighter fleet to 1,558 aircraft to sustain low-risk operations, but funding limits, production delays, and modernization hurdles may slow the mission.
Turkey has finalized a £5.4 billion agreement with the UK for 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, strengthening NATO defense ties and securing thousands of aerospace jobs in Britain.