U.S. Air Force enhances KC-135 tanker squadron at Eielson AFB with active duty component
The U.S. Department of the Air Force has announced the expansion of its Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker squadron at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.
Kirtland Air Force Base enhances readiness with installation of global aircrew communications system
Kirtland Air Force Base reached a significant milestone with the installation of the Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal (GASNT) at the 377th Air Base Wing Command Post.
U.S. Air Force works to keep nuclear triad mission ready during recapitalization
The U.S. Air Force is working to meet the challenge of maintaining mission readiness for bomber and land-based missile legs of the nation's nuclear triad.
Bomber Task Force 25-1 completes integrated multi-domain operations in Europe
Following their latest deployment in Europe, U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers and supporting personnel returned to their home wing as Bomber Task Force (BTF) 25-1 concludes.
Saab to deliver advanced Giraffe 4A radar systems for U.S. Air Forces in Europe
Leading Swedish defence company Saab has announced the receipt of a USD 48 million (525 million SEK) order for its Giraffe 4A radar systems.
U.S. Air Force conducts precision strikes against ISIS targets in Syria
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has carried out a series of precision airstrikes targeting ISIS camps and operatives in central Syria on 8 December.
USAF joins European allies in Arctic defence exercise showcasing fifth-generation air power
Norwegian, U.K., and U.S. forces conducted a high-profile military exercise on 3 December in the Arctic, demonstrating the capabilities of fifth-generation aircraft in a challenging, multi-domain environment.
U.S. Air Force successfully tests Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) for the first time
The U.S. Air Force has achieved a critical milestone in the development of its new Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW), conducting the missile's first test release from an F-16 Fighting Falcon.
U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps enhance radar and command capabilities
The U.S. Air Force’s 623rd Air Control Squadron (ACS) and the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) have successfully tested integrated sensor systems to bolster command and control capabilities.
U.S. Air Force: B-52 Stratofortress bombers conduct training mission with NATO allies in Finland
Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron carried out a simulated weapons drop training mission in Finland.
U.S. Air Force demonstrates nuclear deterrence with successful Minuteman III missile test launch
The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command, in collaboration with the U.S. Navy, successfully launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on 5 November 2024.
U.S. Air Force confirms unidentified drones spotted over three airbases in the United Kingdom
Small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) were observed in and around three U.S. Air Force bases in England over a five-day period last week, according to a statement from U.S. Air Forces in Europe.