US Air Force names second and third B-21 Raider basesWhiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, and Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, will be the second and third bases to receive the U.S. Air Force's newest bomber.By Riley Ceder90 minutes ago
Small fleet, fewer flights weaken Army aircraft training, report saysThe main trends point to fewer helicopters, fewer flight hours, but more drones and aircraft available for missions.By Todd South10 days ago
The B-21 stealth bomber’s first mission: evading Pentagon red tapeAfter a dramatic unveiling of Raider, former Air Force leaders are holding a muted celebration, having proved their acquisition strategy worked.By Stephen Losey21 months ago
How to re-engine a B-52 and make a new bomber fleetDefense News recently interviewed Brig. Gen. William Rogers, the program executive officer for the Bombers Directorate with the U.S. Air Force.By Stephen Losey21 months ago
Rescue crews honored for response to Iranian ballistic missile attack“These airmen exemplify the rescue and attack mission of the 355th Wing,” the Air Force said.By Rachel S. Cohen21 months ago
OpinionBombers necessary to deter and defeatA healthy and capable U.S. bomber fleet is vital to national security.By Mackenzie Eaglen and Rep. Jodey Arrington21 months ago
B-1s replace B-2s for New Year’s Day flyoverA pair of B-1B Lancers flew over the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl football game on Monday instead of the B-2 stealth bomber.By Jonathan Lehrfeld21 months ago
New in 2023: Welcoming new airframes to the fleetThe Air Force hopes to show off the B-21 Raider bomber's first flight in 2023 — though that target has been pushed back multiple times.By Rachel S. Cohen21 months ago
Close combat ‘mixed reality’ goggle fielding in 2023Two versions roll out in 2023 with an advanced version coming in 2025.By Todd South21 months ago
Whiteman AFB’s only runway reopens after B-2 bomber accidentHaving a functioning runway again means the base can resume flying its A-10C attack planes and T-38 training jets.By Rachel S. Cohen21 months ago
Space Force’s 3rd birthday wish: Keep growingTo year four — and beyond!By Rachel S. Cohen21 months ago
US flies bombers, jets in joint drills with South KoreaTuesday's drills came after the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un threatened a full-range intercontinental ballistic missile test.21 months ago