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Kendall floats F-35 successor, casts 2050 vision for Air Force
The Air Force and Space Force "need to go through a transformation" by 2050, Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said on the eve of his departure.
Marines reactivate East Coast squadron with Corps’ newest fighter jet
The Marine Corps has reactivated a fighter squadron with a lineage that traces back to Guadalcanal during World War II.
By Todd South
Defense bill for 2025 would delay F-35 deliveries
Key lawmakers grew frustrated with the F-35 program earlier this year, as critical upgrades stalled and jets piled up at Lockheed Martin's Texas factory.
Marine Corps F-35C notches first overseas combat strike
Marine F-35C pilots hit Houthi positions being used to target military and civilian vessels in the Red Sea area.
By Todd South
Could a fighter jet software upgrade have saved this pilot’s life?
The Navy has declined to answer questions about a fatal Super Hornet crash, and whether a safety system could have saved the pilot's life.
By Diana Stancy
Marine pilot loses command after ejecting from F-35B that kept flying
Col. Charles "Tre" Del Pizzo said the commandant of the Marine Corps ordered his removal from command after reviewing the crash investigation.
Marines score aviation firsts with F-35 squadron, drone test and more
A new East Coast F-35 squadron and key Valkyrie drone test mark significant steps in the Corps's push toward more nimble and responsive air combat power.
By Todd South
Lockheed names software specialist as new head of F-35 jet program
The change comes as software troubles with the F-35's Technology Refresh 3 program led to a year-long delivery halt for the Joint Strike Fighter.
Can the Air Force make its next-gen fighter jet cheaper than the F-35?
The Air Force wants to keep its next-generation fighter jet affordable without sacrificing capability. Some analysts warn it can't be done.
No more late-night off-base drinking for US troops in Japan
US military personnel in Japan are now banned from drinking off-base late at night after several service member arrests.
By Riley Ceder