Latest "Air force pilots" stories

Air Force tests in-flight bladder relief system for female pilots

The new system was desgined specifically with female pilots in mind.

By Sarah Sicard

8 months ago

No, the Pentagon is not sending mass texts to service members about vaccine mandates

The military doesn't have the capability to send out service-wide SMS texts.

By Sarah Sicard

2 years ago

Here’s how much money is on the table for the Air Force’s 2021 aviation bonus program

Pilots who sign new contracts this fiscal year can earn up to $420,000.

By Diana Stancy Correll

3 years ago

Air Force broadens height standards for career enlisted aviator fields

The new, interim height standards range from 4′10″ to 6′8″ — depending on career field.

By Diana Stancy Correll

3 years ago

Rand study: Warrant officer pilots would hurt retention in the Air Force — but a flying-only track might help

A flying-only career track would increase retention and mean the Air Force wouldn't have to train as many new pilots, according to a recent RAND study.

By Stephen Losey

5 years ago

So you wanna fly? Air Force pilots can apply to new aviation-only program

Airmen have until Aug. 17 to apply.

By Charlsy Panzino

5 years ago