US forces launch airstrikes on Iranian-backed militias in Syria
United States (US) forces have conducted targeted airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia facilities in eastern Syria, the US Department…
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An acronym for the United States Air Force. Topics related to the USAF’s aircraft, operations, and personnel.
US Air Force to evaluate Pipistrel Velis Electro for pilot training
The United States Air Force (USAF) will test the Pipistrel Velis Electro, the first certified 100% electric aircraft,…
US releases new footage of ‘concerted’ aircraft harassment campaign by China
The US Department of Defense (DoD) has expressed concerns over multiple interceptions of US and allied aircraft by…
Stratolaunch secures new contract with USAF for hypersonic flight testing
Stratolaunch has been awarded a new contract by the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to support the…
Surge in laser pointer incidents poses threat to USAF aircraft
The US Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is currently facing a concerning surge in incidents involving laser pointers…
US Air Force F-16 shoots down Turkish drone in Syria
United States forces shot down a Turkish Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) in proximity of US troops near Hasakah,…
Archer Aviation banks US Air Force’s first eVTOL contract installment
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Archer Aviation has now received its first pay installment from…
Lockheed completes U-2 Dragon Lady’s first flight with advanced-tech upgrades
The high-altitude intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft Lockheed U-2 (nicknamed U-2 Dragon Lady) has completed its first…
US Air Force receives first eVTOL electric air taxi from Joby Aviation
The US Air Force received its first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft from Joby Aviation on…
US Air Force takes delivery of first EC-37B electronic attack aircraft
BAE Systems and L3Harris Technologies have delivered the first of 10 EC-37B Compass Call aircraft to the United…
Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider strategic bomber begins engine runs
The B-21 Raider project, which has been shrouded in secrecy and anticipation, is taking tangible steps towards its…
Boeing C-17 Globemaster III: history, features, and performance
The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a modern long-haul military aviation cargo aircraft. This tactical airlifter currently plays…
Shield AI successfully demonstrates autonomous drone teaming using AI pilot
Shield AI successfully completed a demonstration showcasing the coordination and teamwork of three V-BAT Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)…
US Air Force will train Ukrainian F-16 pilots from September 2023
The United States will begin training Ukrainian pilots to fly the F-16 from September 2023, to help the…
Pilatus PC-12: a versatile aircraft for business or leisure
An aircraft that has gained popularity due to its versatility, the Pilatus PC-12 combines the capabilities of private,…
USAF B-2 stealth bomber task force deployed to Iceland
More than 150 aviators and three B-2 Spirit strategic bombers landed at Keflavik Air Base, Iceland on August…
US Air Force invests $235M in JetZero’s blended-wing aircraft project
The US Air Force has announced a $235 million investment in aerospace startup JetZero to develop a demonstrator…
eVTOL aircraft: the revolutionary industry that may all end in tears
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s an eVTOL aircraft! There is no question, the…