Air Force

Senate Democrats are seeking information from the Air Force and a contractor about the conversion of a Qatari-gifted aircraft into an Air Force One. Lawmakers claim they have been 'stonewalled' in their requests for detailed information on the 'bridge' aircraft project.

An Air Force major was arrested on the Capitol steps after calling for the impeachment of President Trump and Vice President Vance. Peaceful demonstrations are allowed on Capitol grounds, but speaking from the steps requires a protester to be accompanied by a member of Congress.

An Air Force major was arrested on the Capitol steps after advocating for the impeachment of President Trump and Vice President Vance. Demonstrations on Capitol grounds require a protester to be accompanied by a member of Congress to speak from the steps.

U.S. Capitol Police arrested Air Force Maj. Jason Watson at the Capitol after he called for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump. The incident occurred on Wednesday.

Kevin Bailey's remains were recovered from a creek on June 26 and identified by the Denver Medical Examiner's Office as the missing Air Force veteran. The identification concluded a weeks-long search for Bailey.

A Marine missing from the USS Anchorage during training off Southern California has shifted to a recovery mission involving Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force assets. The search covered 2,400 square miles with three surface ships and 12 aircraft, while the Marine's identity remains withheld pending family notification.

A U.S. Marine is missing during a training exercise off southern California, prompting a multi-agency search. The Navy transitioned from search-and-rescue to recovery efforts, covering 2,400 square miles with ships and aircraft. The incident follows a similar military search in Morocco for missing Army soldiers.

A U.S. Marine is missing during a training exercise off southern California, prompting a multi-agency search involving the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force. This is the second such incident in six weeks, following the recovery of a U.S. Army soldier's remains in Morocco in May.

Japan will rename its air force to reflect its expanding space capabilities, with the change taking effect in 2027.

Flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas have risen to 275, up from 160 last week, following the ban on the influenza vaccine mandate by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Air Force confirmed the cases, and Rep. Joaquin Castro highlighted the increase.

The House Appropriations Committee approved $1.55 billion to revive the Air Force's E-7 Wedgetail program by reallocating funds from the Navy's E-2D Hawkeye account and a classified Air Force line, though it restored the Navy's funding after opposition. The money will fund E-7 prototypes and development, aiming to replace the retiring E-3 battle management aircraft.

Jim Slife, a former Air Force No. 2 officer, argues in an op-ed that past space procurement efforts have been hindered. He emphasizes the need for improved acquisition processes to ensure military success in space.

An active-duty Air Force firefighter from Omaha, Nebraska, who was injured in a hit-and-run in Austin, Texas, is returning home after spending 24 days in a trauma unit on a respirator.

A flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, which sickened nearly 160 people, highlights the consequences of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's decision to eliminate the military's universal flu vaccine mandate. The policy change in April led to fewer than half of Air Force trainees opting for the vaccine, prompting an exception allowing recruits at the base to be required to receive flu shots.

A 2025 study found a 500% increase in nitrous oxide-related deaths between 2010-2023, prompting a California congressman to propose a federal ban on retail sales. The article highlights the case of Robert Howland, an Air Force veteran who died from nitrous oxide misuse after returning from combat, with his mother describing the drug as 'pure poison.'

The Air Force's T-7 Red Hawk training jet faces more issues than previously reported, including weather restrictions and a serious airworthiness risk, according to an investigation by Breaking Defense.

The US Navy allocated $154 million to Lockheed Martin to begin manufacturing 11 F-35 stealth jets for an unnamed foreign buyer. Chilean media suspects Chile as the buyer due to its need to replace 11 ageing F-5 jets.

Indian students retake a medical exam with enhanced security measures, including biometric checks and frisking, as the air force is deployed to secure the exam papers following an alleged leak.

President Donald Trump unveiled a new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet with a navy and red color scheme, serving as a bridge aircraft until new Boeing planes arrive in 2028. The administration accepted the jet despite ethical concerns, and Trump reinstated his preferred colors after Then-President Joe Biden reversed the decision in 2023.

President Donald Trump unveiled a newly refurbished Boeing 747-8i presidential aircraft at Joint Base Andrews, describing it as larger and more luxurious than its predecessors. The jet, donated by the Qatari government and modified for presidential use, will serve as an interim Air Force One while Boeing works on delayed VC-25B replacements. Trump highlighted its size, red-white-and-blue paint scheme, and potential role in next year's America 250 celebration.

President Donald Trump unveiled a newly refurbished Boeing 747-8i aircraft at Joint Base Andrews, describing it as an interim Air Force One while Boeing works on delayed VC-25B replacements. The jet, donated by Qatar, features a new red, white, and blue paint scheme and Trump praised its size, luxury, and potential role in the America 250 celebration.

The Air Force's basic training facility in San Antonio, Texas, is experiencing a flu outbreak with at least 159 cases, according to two sources cited by ABC News.

Anduril and General Atomics have received Air Force contracts to develop the first drone wingmen. The agreements aim to advance autonomous aerial systems for military use.

Military officials have released the names of eight Air Force personnel and government staff who were aboard a B-52 flight that crashed shortly after takeoff near Mojave on Monday. The crash occurred near Mojave, and the identities of those involved have been disclosed.

Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force identified the victims in the incident.

Eight people died when a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force has identified all those killed in the incident.

Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force has identified the individuals killed in the incident.

Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base. The Air Force identified the victims in the incident.

The Air Force will identify eight crew members killed in a B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. The crash occurred during a routine test mission for the Radar Modernization Program.

A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base resulted in 8 fatalities. The incident occurred as the Air Force was upgrading the B-52, a strategic bomber that has served as the backbone of the U.S. bomber force for over 60 years.

A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed 8 people onboard. The incident occurred as the Air Force was upgrading the B-52, a strategic bomber that has served the United States for over 60 years.

A B-52 on a test flight crashed at an Air Force base in California after being airborne for over three minutes. The plane descended at nearly 10 times the normal landing rate, killing all eight people aboard.

A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. Tracking data shows the plane made a sharp right turn and plunged at nearly 1,541 meters per minute before crashing, with the cause under investigation. The aircraft was part of a radar modernization program to extend its service life through 2050.

The Air Force is transporting NEET question papers via aircraft to over 20 locations nationwide. Papers were delivered to northern states, while dry runs were conducted in southern India.

A B-52 on a test flight at an Air Force base in California made a sharp right turn and nearly completed a 180-degree turn before crashing, resulting in eight fatalities. Tracking data indicates the aircraft plunged to the ground at nearly a mile per minute.

A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. Tracking data showed the plane descended at nearly a mile per minute after a sharp turn, likely linked to a radar modernization program. The Air Force said the aircraft was part of efforts to extend the B-52's operational lifespan through 2050.

A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California on Monday, killing all eight people aboard. Investigators are examining the incident, with former Top Gun pilot Matthew Buckley noting the aircraft was likely used as a test platform for a radar modernization program.

An Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a routine test mission shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, likely resulting in the deaths of all eight crew members. The base has closed operations and diverted incoming aircraft following the incident.

8 people aboard a B-52 bomber that crashed at a military base in California are believed to be dead, according to the Air Force. The incident occurred at a military base in California.

A B-52 military jet crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. Emergency crews are responding to the incident.