F/A-18 Hornet crashes in Washington state, wildfire subsequently reportedThe pilot ejected and was taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries. By Riley Ceder8 days ago
US lawmakers weigh aviation fuel cost increase from Iran war in fiscal 2027 defense hearingAhead of drafting fiscal year 2027’s NDAA, U.S. lawmakers are grappling with the rise in fuel prices and what it means for the military's aviation costs.By Cristina Stassis4 weeks ago
The F4F Wildcat: The little fighter that couldMany Allied aircraft achieved greatness during WWII, but the Wildcat, usually outnumbered and almost always outclassed, proved to be a stubby hero.By Claire Barrett5 weeks ago
Army moves toward contractor-run pilot training after years of safety concernsContractors bidding to train U.S. Army rotary-wing pilots have centered their plans on different training aircraft.By Eve Sampson3 months ago
House Armed Services Committee backs sweeping aviation safety reformsThe legislation addresses reforms put forth by federal investigators after a deadly 2025 collision between a regional jet and a U.S. Army helicopter.By Eve Sampson3 months ago
Marines to host weeklong Harrier aircraft sundown celebration honoring its legacyThe Harrier Sundown celebration will take place in the beginning of June with festivities to commemorate the aircraft before its end of service life.By Cristina Stassis3 months ago