US to vacate first air base within weeks as it withdraws from NigerThe head of U.S. Africa Command says the American withdrawal from Niger is "on pace."By Jen Judson5 weeks ago
Air Force unveils command changes, wing plans in bid to outpace ChinaA sweeping set of proposals could comprise one of the Department of the Air Force's most significant reorganizations since the end of the Cold War.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown and Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
Air Force may bring back warrant officers to boost technical expertiseA training pipeline for up to 30 junior warrant officers could be in the works to begin later this year.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown6 months ago
KC-135 tanker autopilot now safer to use in flight, Air Force saysA new restriction bars airmen from turning on the autopilot when flying at an altitude of less than 2,000 feet at night, or when flying in bad weather.By Rachel S. Cohen10 months ago
B-21 ground tests proceed as bomber’s first flight deadline approachesEngine runs on the first B-21 are underway, with tests of its fuel systems, doors, landing gear and more already complete.By Stephen Losey11 months ago
Entire Air Force to miss recruiting goal, the first failure since 1999The active duty Air Force made it about 90% of the way to its goal of 26,877 enlisted recruits.By Rachel S. Cohen11 months ago