Hegseth questions Air Force plan to buy E-7, touts space-based reconAir Force officials say the E-7 must replace its aging E-3 AWACS planes and would be needed even when space-based ISR capabilities are in orbit.By Stephen Losey5 weeks ago
Secretive surveillance flights keep close watch on Russia and UkraineNATO policing of its airspace has ramped up since the Russian invasion of Ukraine almost two years ago.18 months ago
Pratt wins engine-work contract to keep aging B-52, AWACS flyingWith the Air Force planning to retire the AWACS and replace the B-52's current engines, the contract could last for the remainder of the TF33's life.By Stephen Losey20 months ago
US Air Force eyes advance procurement to more quickly make E-7 planesWith the clock ticking on retiring the Air Force's aging E-3 Sentry fleet, every second counts on building the E-7s that will replace them.By Stephen Losey24 months ago
US airmen to visit Australia in June for E-7 Wedgetail trainingAir Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown Jr. noted the upcoming trip at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Tuesday.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago
US Air Force wants money to speed E-7 purchases in FY24 wish listThe unfunded priorities list also requests money to buy 12 conformal fuel tanks for F-15EX fighters to extend their range and let it carry more weapons.By Stephen Losey2 years ago
