New missile allows Marine pilots to strike far, avoid air defenses Marine fighter pilots now have a missile that can strike targets up to 230 miles away, keeping aviators out of the range of many air defense systems.By Todd South2 days ago
US Army takes new look at training aviators with decisions coming soonThe Army is examining a new training model for aviators as its helicopter fleet evolves into a complex network of manned and unmanned aircraft.By Jen Judson3 weeks ago
Air Force’s costliest accidents, maintainer injuries rose in 2023Two people died and 10 aircraft were destroyed in aviation-related mishaps in FY23 as the Air Force’s most serious accidents hit a five-year high.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown5 months ago
Alaska-based airman killed in workplace accidentStaff Sgt. Charles Crumlett, 25, of Streamwood, Illinois, died Friday after being injured in what the Air Force called a "workplace incident."By Courtney Mabeus-Brown6 months ago
Joint VA/DOD medical site launches new health records systemThe nation's only joint Veterans Affairs and Defense Department health care center began using a new compatible medical records system on Saturday.By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Military prepares to brief a plan to get its V-22 Ospreys flying againThe military services on Friday will lay out plans to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for addressing safety concerns stemming from a fatal 2023 crash.7 months ago
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base begins retiring A-10 fleetDavis-Monthan received its first A-10 in 1976.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown7 months ago
US Air Force logistics officer talks basing, drones in the Pacific"We learned a lot of skills that were multi-capable back in the late 1980s that we are now dusting off."By Rachel S. Cohen9 months ago
Feds crack down on dealer deceit, scams in car shoppingRules will require more more transparency, helping consumers avoid paying for add-ons they don't want or need.By Karen Jowers9 months ago
Defense bill would let Air Force retire A-10s, F-15s — but not F-22sLawmakers want to see more detailed plans for collaborative combat aircraft and the Next Generation Air Dominance platform.By Stephen Losey10 months ago
Lawmakers urge Air Force to shift fighters to guard, reserve squadronsThey worry that if A-10s at Guard bases in Maryland and Michigan retire without a replacement, those squadrons could lose their fighter missions.By Stephen Losey10 months ago
Former Air Force boss Mark Welsh named sole finalist to lead Texas A&MWelsh retired from the Air Force in 2016 at the end of a 40-year military career.By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune10 months ago