NORAD intercepts 2 Russian maritime patrol aircraft near Alaska, Canada
NORAD detected and tracked two Russian Tu-142s operating within the Alaskan and Canadian Air Defense Identification Zones on Wednesday.
By Michael Scanlon
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Dover ‘personal effects specialist’ job posting creates stir on social media
A job posting for specialists to handle the belongings of fallen troops at Dover Air Force Base prompted concerns about overseas military operations.
By Patricia Kime
Air Force ‘battle lab’ to focus on protecting bases from small drones
The 319th Reconnaissance Wing at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, will spearhead efforts to counter small-drone threats at U.S. bases.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Air Force to update deployment design in Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0
AEW 2.0 will form around 18 months prior to a deployment to ensure its components can train and certify as a cohesive unit arriving ready to fight.
Qatar-gifted Air Force One plane delivery expected this summer
The administration's acceptance of a plane from Qatar to use as a short-term Air Force One has sparked concerns about cost and ethics.
Space Forces Southern activated amid Western Hemisphere focus
The U.S. Space Force officially activated the component in a ceremony on Wednesday, formalizing its role in space operations across the Western Hemisphere.
Air Force, Navy aircraft to take to the skies for 2026 Super Bowl
The flyover formation will incorporate aircraft from the two branches to symbolize the country’s independence and journey.
After 8 attempts, airman earns commission
Chavis Kendrick’s commissioning shows value of perseverance and dedication, Air Force says.
US lawmakers release $839B compromise defense spending bill
The conferenced defense spending bill would increase funding for both the Air Force and Navy's sixth-generation fighters.
Grey Wolf helicopter notches first operational mission
Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters completed their first operational mission Jan. 8, escorting a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile convoy.
By Michael Scanlon
Lockheed delivered record 191 F-35s as it cleared out TR-3 backlog
The government refused to accept delivery of new F-35s for a year between 2023 and 2024, which led to jets being stockpiled at Lockheed Martin facilities.
Ex-Navy SEAL convicted for plot to kill officers at California protest
Gregory Vandenberg bought fireworks to harm law enforcement officers at the "No Kings Day" protests held in California on June 14, the DOJ said.
By Riley Ceder