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Explained: The US Air Force Requirements For Women
Women can apply for all roles of the Air Force, though some entry requirements are different compared to their male counterparts.
How Many Aircraft Does the US Air Force Have?
The US Air Force is the largest in the world with over 5,000 aircraft spread across 10 Major Commands.
US Air Force Gets Budget For 3 More F-35s
It will take 51 of the jets over 2024, the most in a year since 2021.
What Is The Boeing RC-135W 'Rivet Joint' & Who Flies It?
The RC-135W is a surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft used by the US Air Force and RAF in forward deployed areas.
US Air Force B-1Bs Meet Russian MiG Fighter Jet During Barents Sea Mission With Norway
The USAF bombers were intercepted as they approached Russian airspace before turning around.
How Has Military Aircraft Camouflage Evolved Over The Years?
Warfare aircraft are camouflaged to hide from enemy planes.
USAF Will Certify ‘Retired’ Lockheed F-117 Nighthawks For KC-46 Refueling
The supposedly "retired" Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk will be certified for refueling by the US Air Force's new tanker, the Boeing KC-46 Pegasus.
New US Defense Budget Reduces F-35 Buys
Down from 83 to 68 purchases due to budget cuts and ongoing technology problems with the F-35.
Boeing T-43: The Modified 737 On Which USAF Navigators Learned Their Trade
For 37 years, the United States Air Force used converted Boeing 737-200s for navigator training.
Boeing’s First US Air Force MH-139 Grey Wolf Reports For Duty
The US Air Force gets a new helicopter.
5 Things That Make The New Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider Bomber An Exciting Proposition For The USAF
The B-21 Raider will be the world’s first sixth-generation warfare aircraft.
Washington State's Aerial Refueling Hub: A Brief Guide To Fairchild Air Force Base
A brief guide to Fairchild Air Force Base just east of Spokane, Washington with a rich aviation history.
Top 5: The World's Largest Air Forces By Fleet Size
These air forces operate thousands of advanced combat aircraft.
USAF Plans 250 Aircraft Divestment Next Year Including 56 A-10 Warthogs
Continuing to downsize the fleet in favor of modernization.
Supersonic Jet Fighter: Everything You Need To Know About The McDonnell F-101 Voodoo
The type was used to photograph missile sites during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.
The Story Of Fairchild's Twin-Boom C-119 'Flying Boxcar' Transport Aircraft
The C-119 proved to be a successful gunship, providing close ground support.
Why Is The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Expected To Have Such A Long Service Life?
Upgraded B-52Js aircraft will have Rolls-Royce engines ensuring operational success through the 2050s.
Joint Strike Fighter: 5 Fast Facts About The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II
As of the beginning of this year, over 1,000 examples of the fighter jet have been manufactured.
Examined: The 5 Biggest Air Force Bases In Texas
Texas is home to eight air force bases of various sizes.
Almost Undetectable: What Gives The F-35 Fighter Jet Stealth?
The F-35 offers many advanced features, including the latest in stealth.