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B-1 bomber rises from the ‘Boneyard’ to rejoin the Air Force’s fleet
After an engine fire destroyed a B-1 Lancer bomber in 2022, the Air Force picked a new "Bone" from its jet graveyard to replace it.
Airman hospitalized after B-1 bomber crashes in South Dakota
The mishap is the Air Force's first major aircraft safety incident of 2024.
B-1 bomber crashes at South Dakota Air Force base, crew ejects safely
The mishap occurred as the aircraft was attempting to land at Ellsworth Air Force Base, officials said.
By Tara Copp, AP
Jill Biden helps launch new employer challenge for military spouses
The spouse employment initiative is an effort to "stave off a national security crisis."
By Karen Jowers
North Korea claims it successfully put spy satellite into orbit
North Korea claimed Wednesday to have successfully placed a spy satellite into orbit with its third launch attempt this year.
When are jets allowed to go ‘boom,’ AKA, break the sound barrier?
One F-16 Fighting Falcon that responded to the unresponsive Cessna made the jump to supersonic speed, though three others were also authorized to do so.
Baby on-board? Pregnant Air Force B-1 pilot soars to new heights
Olme is one of the first airmen to benefit from new service guidance on flying while pregnant.
By Zamone Perez
How to re-engine a B-52 and make a new bomber fleet
Defense News recently interviewed Brig. Gen. William Rogers, the program executive officer for the Bombers Directorate with the U.S. Air Force.
Opinion
Bombers necessary to deter and defeat
A healthy and capable U.S. bomber fleet is vital to national security.
By Mackenzie Eaglen and Rep. Jodey Arrington