B-52 with key radar upgrade flies to Edwards for testingThe new AESA radar is a major part of the U.S. Air Force's plan to thoroughly revamp the venerable B-52, and extend its life into at least the 2050s.By Stephen Losey13 days ago
Latest US strike on alleged drug-running boat kills 6, Hegseth saysIt's the 10th strike on a vessel suspected of carrying drugs, with Hegseth blaming the Tren de Aragua gang for operating the vessel in the Caribbean.2 months ago
Russian warplanes detected flying near Alaska again, US military saysThe U.S. military says fighter jets have intercepted Russian warplanes near Alaska for the third time in about a month and the ninth time this year.3 months ago
John Luckadoo, last B-17 pilot of the Bloody Hundredth, dies at 103 "Lucky" was just a wide-eyed 21-year-old lieutenant when he manned the B-17 controls and took to the sky for his first bombing mission over Nazi Germany.By J.D. Simkins and Claire Barrett4 months ago
Lawmaker proposes Iranian Campaign Medal for strikes on nuclear sitesPilots and supporting service members involved in the complex airstrikes would be eligible for the new military medal. By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Pentagon leaders hail successful Iran strikes but wary of retaliation The operation against Iran involved 125 American aircraft, 75 precision weapons and a bevy of other U.S. military assets. By Noah Robertson and Leo Shane III6 months ago
