Air Force One’s press pool meals reviewed: beef ragu, lobster salad, and a cookie that stole the show on presidential flights.
US AIR FORCE
The United States Air Force (USAF) operates one of the world’s largest overseas military networks, allowing rapid deployment of combat aircraft, transport fleets, reconnaissance assets, and humanitarian support missions across multiple continents.
The United States Air Force (USAF) has approved the T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer aircraft to enter production, awarding a $219 million contract to Boeing to build the first batch of jets.
The United States Air Force (USAF) plans to commit more than $3.36 billion over the next five years to modernize its executive airlift fleet and complete the long-delayed VC-25B “Air Force One” replacement program.
USAF completes VC-25B Bridge Air Force One testing; L3Harris-modified Boeing 747-8 set for summer 2026 operational debut.
Pentagon confirms August 2026 contract decision for US Navy’s F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter to replace Super Hornets.
F-35A Lightning II inducted at Misawa Air Base, marking the first fifth-generation fighter deployment in the Western Pacific.
U.S. Air Force releases first B-1B Lancer ARRW hypersonic missile imagery as bomber’s service life extends to 2037 with new upgrades.
USAF seeks $9.9B for 1.1M flying hours in FY2027, a four-year high, but readiness gaps persist amid pilot shortages.
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $177M for three F-35 flight test jets to accelerate delayed Block 4 upgrades and certifications.