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New planes, ready fleet a focus as Wilsbach takes charge of Air Force
Wilsbach's emphasis on aircraft readiness comes as mission-capable rates have steadily declined in recent years.
Pentagon says allies will unite to train Ukrainians on F-16s
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in addition to training, Ukraine will need to be able to sustain and maintain the aircraft and have enough munitions.
By Lolita C. Baldor and Tara Copp, AP
Austin hopes F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots will begin in weeks
F-16 jets will bolster Ukraine in the long run but not necessarily as part of a spring counteroffensive against Russia.
Ukraine could begin training on F-16 jets in Europe this summer
American and European officials are still hashing out the details of who would send jets, instructors and other resources to support training.
Biden shift on F-16s for Ukraine came after months of internal debate
Over the past three months, Biden officials shifted toward the view that it was time to provide the aircraft for Ukraine's long-term security.
US Air Force wants to avoid F-35 mistakes on sixth-gen fighter
The Air Force plans to award a contract to a vendor to build its Next Generation Air Dominance fighter in 2024.
How US support for pilot training could pave path to F-16s for Ukraine
President Joe Biden endorsed plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets at the Group of Seven Summit, according to U.S. officials.
By Lolita C. Baldor, AP and Tara Copp, AP
Air National Guard pilot safe after F-15D skids off Oregon runway
The fighter jet suffered an in-flight emergency around 3 p.m. local time Monday.
F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter crashes in South Korea; pilot safe
The pilot is in stable condition and no other injuries, including civilians have been reported, according to the Air Force.
By Kent Miller
Opinion
It’s time to resource the Air Force fighter enterprise the US needs
Congress should block the Air Force’s budget-driven request to retire 32 of its F-22s, while providing the resources necessary for air superiority.
By Douglas A. Birkey
Army special operations community concludes first-ever Heritage Week
While the Regimental Honors program for this community began in 1981, Heritage Week began this year.
By Rachael Riley