U.S. Air Force conducts readiness exercise with F-22A Raptors and F-15C Eagles at Kadena Air Base
The U.S. Air Force conducted a large-scale readiness exercise on 15 January 2025, showcasing the capabilities of F-22A Raptors and F-15C Eagles.
U.S. Air Force revises T-7A Red Hawk acquisition strategy to enhance training and readiness
The U.S. Air Force and Boeing have revised the acquisition strategy for the T-7A Red Hawk, aiming to meet operational and training requirements while replacing the aging fleet of T-38C Talon aircraft.
F-35A Lightning II jets arrive at Kadena Air Base as U.S. Air Force modernizes Pacific fighter fleet
F-35A Lightning IIs from the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, Vermont Air National Guard, arrived at Kadena Air Base, Japan.
USAF: Global Reach Combined Test Force supports historic ballistic missile intercept in Guam
The 418th Flight Test Squadron, part of the 412th Test Wing, has successfully supported a significant missile defence test in collaboration with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
MQ-9A Reaper demonstrates dirt airstrip capabilities in operational testing
The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command have successfully completed Exercise Reaper Castillo, a comprehensive evaluation of MQ-9 Reaper drone operations on unpaved airstrips.
U.S. Air Force: 501st Combat Support Wing powers BTF 25-1 mission success
The 501st Combat Support Wing (CSW) has successfully hosted the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron (EBS) and four U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses as part of Bomber Task Force (BTF) 25-1.
Pacific Defense awarded contract to advance AI-driven electronic warfare systems for USAF
Pacific Defense, along with its affiliate Perceptronics, has announced a follow-on contract awarded by the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC).
U.S. Air Force and Navy conduct precision strikes on Houthi facilities in Yemen
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted precision airstrikes on 21 December targeting a missile storage facility and a command-and-control centre operated by Iran-backed Houthi forces.
Boeing advances U.S. Air Force pilot training with T-7A Red Hawk milestone
Boeing has reached a significant milestone in its T-7A Red Hawk program, delivering the final Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) test aircraft to the U.S. Air Force.
U.S. Air Force: 163d Attack Wing supports exercise Steel Knight 2024, showcasing advanced MQ-9 capabilities
The 163d Attack Wing has joined Exercise Steel Knight 2024, an annual U.S. Marine Corps-led training event, to bolster joint force collaboration and readiness.
Amentum secures USD 279 million contract to enhance U.S. Air Force operations globally
Amentum, a leading global engineering and technology solutions provider, has secured a USD 279 million contract from the United States Air Force.
Leidos secures USD 987 million contract for F-16 sustainment services
Leidos has been awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Air Force to provide essential engineering and sustainment services for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers of the F-16.