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KC-46 vision system upgrade slips to 2027, 3 years behind schedule

The original vision system for the KC-46 was beset by troubles such as distorted images, but its replacement also has repeatedly fallen behind.

By Stephen Losey

4 days ago

Sending THAAD to Israel adds to strain on US Army, leaders say

The top two Army leaders said the THAAD deployment also adds potential delays in modernizing the service’s missile defense systems.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

7 months ago

US to send missile defense system and troops to Israel

That announcement comes as Iran has warned Washington to keep American military forces out of Israel.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

7 months ago

KC-10 tanker flies last combat mission as retirement looms

The last KC-10 Extender tanker jet is scheduled to retire in September 2024.

By Rachel S. Cohen

19 months ago

Air Force flyovers around US celebrate 100 years of air refueling

The Air Force is celebrating 100 years of air refueling by performing flyovers across the country.

By Georgina DiNardo

23 months ago

Boeing wants to boost KC-46 defenses as Air Force weighs tanker path

The Air Force wants its next tankers to be able to survive in the contested airspace likely in the nation's next war.

By Stephen Losey

23 months ago

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