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Congress may alter Air Force fighter structure as service fails to reach 1,145 aircraft minimum

In response to a 2025 Air Force report, Congress can now consider the fighter force structure amid proposals to divest older aircraft and pilot shortages.

By Cristina Stassis

13 hours ago

Vance pledges to help airman’s widow after online backlash exposed benefit gaps

After Air Force Maj. Alex Klinner died in a KC-135 crash during operations against Iran, his wife Libby struggled to receive some combat-related benefits.

By Cristina Stassis

5 days ago

Joint Base Andrews activates new helicopter squadron for HH-60W mission

The 5th Helicopter Squadron, which activated Thursday, is slated to be the first unit on base to receive and train with the HH-60W Jolly Green IIs.

By Cristina Stassis

12 days ago

Joint Base Andrews airmen reflect on Huey’s legacy ahead of switch to HH-60Ws

Joint Base Andrews will receive 26 Jolly Green IIs to replace their 26 UH-1N Hueys, leaving airmen to reminisce over the latter's legacy at the base.

By Cristina Stassis

13 days ago

Airmen rescue 5 Navy sailors in California with HH-60Ws

Airmen rapidly deployed two HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters to rescue five Navy personnel near Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake on Aug. 10.

By Cristina Stassis

3 weeks ago

Joint Base Andrews to receive 26 HH-60Ws, stand up helicopter squadron

Joint Base Andrews will receive 26 HH-60W "Whiskey” helicopters, replacing its aging UH-1N “Huey” fleet and adding 60 active-duty positions.

By Cristina Stassis

4 weeks ago