NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center is moving to acquire a Boeing 737-73W from the U.S. Air Force to build a new reduced-gravity testbed aircraft.
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A recent demonstration at Edwards Air Force Base (EDW), California, showed the method could update an F-22 Raptor in minutes rather than the months legacy aircraft often wait.
US Air Force plans 108 new aircraft in FY2027 as slow industry output limits fighter and tanker fleet growth plans.
Northrop Grumman says efforts to accelerate production of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber could encourage the U.S. Air Force to expand the size of its future bomber fleet beyond the long-standing target of 100 aircraft.
F-35 commands MQ-20 Avenger drone via satellite link in key Collaborative Combat Aircraft teaming test by General Atomics.
Two United States Navy EA-18G Growler fighter jets collided during an aerial demonstration at Mountain Home Air Force Base (MUO), Idaho, on May 17, destroying aircraft collectively valued at approximately $136 million.
US Air Force lost 42 aircraft including an F-35 in 40-day Iran war, Congress report reveals USD 2.6 billion in losses.
Airlines across the United States continue competing aggressively for experienced pilots in 2026, especially as military aviators remain among the industry’s most valuable recruits.
The Pentagon’s latest operational assessment found that the F-35 Lightning II modernization program has failed to deliver the combat improvements originally expected from its Technology Refresh 3 upgrade package.
AFSOC tests OA-1K Skyraider II rapid disassembly for C-17 transport, enabling worldwide deployment to remote dirt strips.