U.S. bombers accomplish mission in Europe; building trust and interoperability
The U.S. routinely demonstrates its commitment to NATO Allies and partners through BTF missions.
USAF and Lockheed Martin complete flight test of Mk21A reentry vehicle
The U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin conducted a planned flight test of the unarmed, developmental Mk21A reentry vehicle in the Pacific Ocean.
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Lockheed Martin: F-22 Raptor achieves 500,000 flight hours [VIDEO]
The U.S. Air Force's F-22 Raptor fleet has recently achieved a significant milestone, reaching 500,000 flight hours.
U.S. Air Force awards contract to L3Harris for B-52 Stratofortress modernization
L3Harris Technologies received a USD 34 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to help modernize the B-52 Stratofortress bomber.
Kongsberg to supply U.S. Air Force with JSM missiles under multi-million deal
The JSM missle is equipped with an advanced mission planning system designed to exploit the geographical advantages of sea and land environments.
U.S. bombers deploy to Royal Air Force Fairford for latest European bomber task force
Four U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers arrived at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, on May 22, 2024 to commence Bomber Task Force (BTF) Europe 24-3.
U.S. Air Force Secretary Kendall flies in AI-piloted X-62A VISTA
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works joined the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School and other government and industry partners in hosting U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall to fly in the X-62A VISTA.
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers conclude combined drills with Allies
During a month-long deployment, which kicked off March 24 U.S. Air Force B-1Bs and supporting personnel conducted several missions to train alongside Allies and partners across the European region.
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers conclude Bomber Task Force 24-2
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, returned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, as they concluded Bomber Task Force 24-2.
U.S. Air Force conducts Bomber Task Force mission to Türkiye
Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers flew from their deployed location at Morón Air Base, Spain, to Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, April 15, 2024.
BAE Systems: EPAWSS system for F-15 aircraft completes operational testing
The U.S. Air Force recently completed Initial Operational Test & Evaluation (IOT&E) of the Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System (EPAWSS).
B-1B bombers arrive at Morón for latest European bomber task force deployment
Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers landed at Morón Air Base, Spain, to make four total U.S. bombers on station and complete the arrival of Bomber Task Force (BTF) 24-2.