Congress offers procurement boost for F-35 jets in FY24 spending billThe U.S. Air Force would receive enough money to buy 51 F-35As in fiscal 2024 under the compromise defense spending bill lawmakers released.By Stephen Losey and Rachel S. Cohen6 days ago
Air Force’s first Grey Wolf patrol helicopter arrives at MalmstromThe MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopter, which replaces Vietnam War-era Hueys, will be used to patrol nuclear missile fields across the northern United States.By Rachel S. Cohen13 days ago
Nearly 200 cancer cases surface among missileers in Air Force studyAn Air Force analysis of 2.2 million airmen's medical records revealed 198 cancer cases among missileers and 5,063 cases across the wider service.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown2 weeks ago
US and allies down dozens of Houthi drones in Red Sea showdownU.S. and coalition forces took out a steady stream of Houthi attack drones Saturday.By Jonathan Lehrfeld2 weeks ago
Central Command’s Kurilla eyes drone-countering lasers for Middle EastAt least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. Department of Defense. Some are more mature than others.By Colin Demarest3 weeks ago
February Red Sea recap: A busy month for Navy against Houthi attacksThe Navy destroyed dozens of Houthi drones and missiles in February during a relentless month of engagements with the militant group.By Jonathan Lehrfeld4 weeks ago