U.S. Air Force

The U.S. Navy suspended the active search for a sailor missing after an MH-60S helicopter crashed in the Arabian Sea. The search was conducted by the U.S. Navy and Air Force under U.S. Central Command, with the sailor’s name withheld pending next-of-kin notification.

Maj. James Watson of the U.S. Air Force was arrested after calling for the impeachment, conviction, and removal of President Trump during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol. The incident occurred on Wednesday.

Reagan National Airport will close for rehearsals and celebrations on Friday and Saturday as part of the America 250 events, featuring military flyovers, parachute teams, and demonstrations by the Air Force Thunderbirds, Blue Angels, and other aircraft. The schedule includes multiple low-flying military formations, FAA-mandated airport shutdowns, and appearances by Air Force One and B-2 stealth bombers.

The US Air Force is establishing a specialized anti-drone force to defend military bases against missile and drone attacks, driven by vulnerabilities exposed in recent conflicts and incidents like Ukraine’s 2025 'Operation Spiderweb'. The initiative includes dedicated air base defense units and a $1.4 billion budget proposal for missile defense systems, though operational deployment remains uncertain.

President Trump is flying on a retrofitted Qatari Boeing 747 as Air Force One, featuring luxury elements and a red and gold color scheme. The $400 million jet, gifted by Qatar, will temporarily serve until new planes arrive in 2028, and Trump expressed pride in its luxurious design despite ethical concerns.

President Donald Trump is using a retrofitted Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar as his new Air Force One, featuring a navy, red, and gold color scheme and luxury amenities. The $400 million jet is temporarily in service until new planes arrive in 2028, with ethical concerns raised about the gift.

Lance Cpl. Armando Ortiz Canseco, a 21-year-old Marine from Minnesota, went missing during a training exercise off the coast of Southern California. Extensive search efforts by the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force were conducted, but he was declared dead.

The U.S. Department of Defense has increasingly adopted artificial intelligence to process vast military data and gain decision advantage. Initiatives like Project Maven (2017), the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (2018), and the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (2022) demonstrate AI's role in enhancing battlefield awareness, autonomous systems, and threat detection while retaining human oversight.

US troops are working to reopen Caracas' airport and La Guaira's port to deliver earthquake aid after the June 24 disaster. Around 100 US Air Force airmen and 130 Marines are involved in the mission.

A U.S. Marine aboard the USS Anchorage went missing during a training exercise off Southern California, prompting a multi-agency search that shifted to a recovery operation. The Navy confirmed the search involved three ships and 12 aircraft from the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force, covering 2,400 square miles over 43 hours.

US Navy and Air Force fighter jets struck 10 Iranian military targets in and near the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iran's drone attack on the Panama-flagged tanker M/T Kiku. The strikes targeted surveillance infrastructure, communications systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and minelaying capabilities. Centcom confirmed commercial shipping through the Strait continues and US forces remain 'vigilant, lethal, and ready'.

The U.S. Southern Command is deploying military resources, including C-17 aircraft and Miami-Dade urban search and rescue teams, to Venezuela for earthquake relief. The mission, requested by the Venezuelan government and led by the U.S. State Department, focuses on restoring air traffic and conducting search-and-rescue operations in affected areas.

A US Air Force pilot was shot down twice during the Iran War, first by friendly fire from a Kuwaiti jet and later by an Iranian surface-to-air missile. The pilot survived both incidents.

The U.S. Southern Command, led by Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard, is addressing damage at Venezuela's Simón Bolívar International Airport following earthquakes. The primary runway remains closed until July, and humanitarian aid flights are using an alternative terminal. U.S. military personnel and a search-and-rescue team have been deployed to assist.

A British woman, Sarah Steele, was strangled in the UK by Jacob Wulfson, a US fighter pilot in Cambridge. Her case was adjudicated by a US military court, with a jury composed of US Air Force members, highlighting a system where US military personnel face court martial for crimes in the UK.

The Pentagon has reinstated mandatory flu vaccinations for all military recruits following a flu outbreak at the US Air Force’s boot camp in Texas that has sickened nearly 300 people. The policy reversal comes after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the shots optional in April.

The United States Air Force Academy's newest class began their journey to join the U.S. Air Force or Space Force during In-Processing Day. The new basic cadets parted ways with their families for the summer as they started their training.

The Pentagon has reinstated mandatory flu vaccinations for military recruits after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the shot optional in April. This decision follows a flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base that sickened nearly 300 people, though officials stated the mandate was unrelated to the outbreak.

China has invested in stealth aircraft and anti-stealth defenses, believing advanced technology underpins U.S. stealth capabilities. However, U.S. Air Force analysis argues that American success stems from integrating stealth with operational tactics, not just technology. China's focus on sensors like low-frequency radar to counter stealth is seen as limited by technical and operational constraints.

The KC-10A Extender, a US Air Force aerial refueling tanker in service from 1981 to 2024, refueled fighter jets, bombers, and cargo planes during conflicts like the Gulf War and Iraq War. The first KC-10A is displayed at the Air Mobility Command Museum in Delaware, offering public access to its refueling operator station. The Air Force now uses KC-135 Stratotankers and newer KC-46A Pegasus aircraft to replace the retired KC-10 fleet.

The U.S. Air Force is considering a $1.5 billion deal involving data from its T-7 engine program and a 'Doomsday Plane' initiative. A Breaking Defense source acknowledges potential benefits but warns the deal may not be favorable for taxpayers unless the Air Force aligns requirements properly.

The Qatari-donated Boeing VC-25B Bridge aircraft, painted in red, white, and blue, has begun commissioning flights at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, as part of its transition to an interim presidential aircraft. The move follows delays in Boeing’s replacement of aging Air Force One planes, with the Bridge aircraft intended to provide secure transportation for the president until 2028.

President Donald Trump unveiled a new Air Force One, a Qatari-owned Boeing 747 converted for U.S. presidential use, featuring a navy blue and red color scheme. The jet serves as a temporary replacement until new Boeing planes arrive in 2028, following a reversal of a prior decision by President Joe Biden regarding the aircraft's design.

Trump unveiled a new Air Force One gifted by Qatar, valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars. The aircraft, designated VC-25B Bridge, was delivered to the US Air Force's Presidential Airlift Group and will begin commissioning flights.

The U.S. Air Force has unveiled a new Boeing 747-8 aircraft, which will serve as the next Air Force One, with a price tag of $400 million and gifted by Qatar.

A Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 is being modified to join the U.S. presidential fleet as the aging VC-25A Air Force One planes retire. Three new VC-25B aircraft, including the donated jet, will replace the older models, with modifications ongoing at an airport in Texas. The transition follows scrutiny over security concerns and Trump's criticism of the existing fleet.

An investigation into a fatal B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California, which killed 8 airmen, will review past incidents involving the aging bomber fleet. The probe may influence the future of the B-52 fleet.

The U.S. Air Force awarded production contracts for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and Anduril Industries, marking their transition from prototypes to production. Six companies, including Anduril, General Atomics, and others, will compete to develop autonomous software for the CCA, with three selected to begin work immediately. The Air Force aims to field over 150 combat-capable CCA by the end of the decade.

The US Air Force is developing robotic wingmen to counter China's growing air capabilities in the western Pacific, prioritizing unmanned systems over manned jets. Contracts for engineering and manufacturing were awarded to advance this initiative.

The US Air Force has released the names of eight individuals killed in a Boeing B-52 test flight crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The victims include four active-duty airmen, one reservist, and three civilians as the investigation into the crash continues.

The C-130 Hercules, in continuous production for over 70 years, is a versatile military transport aircraft capable of hauling cargo, troops, and providing close air support. Recent operations include humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, and the latest C-130J model costs $75.5 million to produce. The Air Mobility Command Museum in Delaware offers tours of a retired C-130E.

Marquette County officials passed a resolution to explore reactivating the decommissioned K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base as a military facility. The resolution aims to initiate discussions with defense personnel and local stakeholders, despite resident concerns about housing impacts. State lawmakers supported the effort, citing the strategic value of the Upper Peninsula for military operations.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to 17 counts including murder and attempted murder of two U.S. National Guard members attacked near Washington, D.C. The new indictment includes charges eligible for the death penalty, replacing prior charges. The victims were Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, who died, and Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, who survived.

A B-52 Stratofortress crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed eight individuals, including Miles Middleton, a Boeing pilot and U.S. Air Force veteran. Middleton's family confirmed his presence on the flight but noted uncertainty about his role during the test mission. Military officials will release the names of all victims on Wednesday.

Lauren Smith, wife of Jeromy Smith—a U.S. Air Force flight test engineer—spoke out about the B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California that killed all eight crew members. She claimed, 'Something was wrong with the plane' following the incident.

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The investigation into the crash could take up to six months, according to officials.

A US Air Force Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The investigation into the crash could take up to six months, according to US officials.

A new report reveals only 25% of US F-35 fighters were fully mission-capable last year due to maintenance and spare parts issues, with readiness rates declining from 67% to 44% between 2021 and 2025. The Pentagon's $13.7 billion readiness plan faces risks like contractor reliance and cost gaps, as the F-35 program's total costs now exceed $2 trillion.

Eight crew members were killed when a U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. The crash is the deadliest involving a B-52 since 1982, and Boeing confirmed two of its employees were among those on board.

Eight people were killed when a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission. The aircraft is one of the longest-used bombers in the US Air Force.