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Advanced engine industrial base at risk of ‘collapse,’ Air Force says
The head of the Air Force's propulsion directorate is concerned cancellation of AETP would weaken the advanced engine industrial base.
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All US Air Force F-35s are flying again after ejection seat checks
Service technicians inspected 706 cartridges from 349 F-35s, as well as additional supplies of spare cartridges.
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Air Force may put Angry Kitten in planes for electronic warfare edge
Despite the inoffensive name — a far cry from Reaper or Predator drones or Hellfire missiles — the electronic warfare system can bare its claws.
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US: Drone attack targets US base in Syria, no casualties
The military said the attack took place in the vicinity of al-Tanf base.
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Air Force tests a new way to help survivors of violence, harassment
A new Department of the Air Force pilot program aims help airmen and guardians who have suffered domestic violence, sexual assault and harassment.
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In think tank’s Taiwan war game, US beats China at high cost
It's a pessimistic, but realistic, 2026 war game scenario.
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Challenges and triumphs of military family life
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US, South Korea to begin expanded military drills next week
The allies’ summertime drills, named Ulchi Freedom Shield, will take place from Aug. 22 to Sept. 1 in South Korea.
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Why comparing VA home loans to other options might soon get easier
Advocates have expressed concerns many veterans are missing out on benefits from the VA home loan program.
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Austin quarantining with second bout of COVID-19
Austin first contracted COVID early this year, though both cases have presented only mild symptoms.
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See Ukrainian troops go through urban combat training in the UK
Hundreds of new Ukrainian Army recruits are training to liberate Ukraine from the Russian invasion — but they are doing it more than 1,000 miles away.
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Surprise, kill, vanish: ‘Jedburghs’ led way for US cyber, special ops
WWII's "Jedburghs" show how an unconventional take on cross-functional partnerships can operate effectively in politically sensitive environment.
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How much land does the military really own?
The U.S. military has nearly 30 million acres around the world.
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3D animation shows the inner-workings of an AR-15
The video explains why the rifle is such an efficient, and ultimately dangerous, weapon.
By Sarah Sicard
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Steven Seagal appears in Ukraine, serving as a Russian spokesperson
Steven Seagal visits Ukraine amid prison bombing controversy.
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New Army recruiting ad continues crusade against civilian workforce
Army encourages college grads to "skip entry level" and join the military instead.
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Service dog helps ease Army veteran’s anxiety
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A new Department of the Air Force pilot program aims help airmen and guardians who have suffered domestic violence, sexual assault and harassment.
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Report reveals holes in DoD law enforcement active shooter response
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Missile Defense Agency priorities include hypersonics, Guam, Hill says
The Missile Defense Agency director lays out his top priorities to address current and emerging missile threats.
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