Air Force Col. (ret.) Joseph Kittinger, who set parachute record, diesKittinger, a Vietnam War fighter pilot and former POW, parachuted from 19 miles high, a record that stood for more than 50 years.3 months ago
Living legend: WWII fighter pilot gets honorary promotionRetired Col. Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson, A 100-year-old World War II flying ace, received an honorary promotion to brigadier general.By Jonathan Lehrfeld4 months ago
New commander takes the reins of ACCGen. Mark Kelly succeeded Gen. Mike Holmes, who is retiring after 39 years in service.By Stephen Losey3 years ago
Kelly, Van Ovost nominated to be next heads of ACC, AMCIf confirmed, both lieutenant generals would receive their fourth stars.By Stephen Losey3 years ago
F-16 pilot ejects at Kunsan with minor injuries; flights suspendedA board of officers has convened to investigate the incident.By Stephen Losey3 years ago
Hank Buttelmann, who became the youngest Korean War ace, dies at age 90Buttelmann, who died in late September, shot down seven MiGs in Korea and received two Distinguished Flying Crosses — and then returned to war a dozen years later in Vietnam, earning two more DFCs.By Stephen Losey3 years ago
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