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Air Force unit’s new ammo-linking machine saves $4 million a year

A new 30 mm ammunition-linking machine can save the force millions annually by repurposing rounds from retiring A-10s for use on AC-130Js.

By Cristina Stassis

4 days ago

House panel backs A-10 Warthog through 2030, eyes autonomous successors

House lawmakers approved provisions allowing the A-10 Warthog to stay in service through its planned 2030 retirement.

By Michael Scanlon

2 weeks ago

Air Force crew honors WWII-era Flying Tigers with A-10 paint job

Maintainers at Moody AFB have transformed an A-10 into a piece of visual history, tracing its lineage to the famous Flying Tigers squadron of WWII.

By Claire Barrett

3 weeks ago

Not ‘just a gun’: New SOCOM rifle allows barrel swapping and cartridge changes

At SOCOM’s request, the rifle features a swappable barrel, allowing operators to change between legacy cartridges and the newer 6.5mm Creedmoor.

By Daniel Terrill

3 weeks ago

Crew members safely ejected after Navy jets collide at Idaho air show

Two E/A-18G Growler jets collided in mid-air Sunday during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, the Navy said.

By Matt Tracy, Reuters

5 weeks ago

Military spouses head to the Hill, push for removal of barriers to small businesses to boost retention

Advocates aim to introduce the Military Spouse Small Business Recognition Act, arguing it could improve access to capital, national security and retention.

By Cristina Stassis

7 weeks ago