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Beale AFB picked to host new battle management squadron
A new squadron at Beale AFB, California, will handle the battle management data collected by manned aircraft, drones and other military systems.
Ellsworth pauses B-1 bomber flights as crash investigation begins
Lancer flights are on hold until at least Jan. 19.
Airman hospitalized after B-1 bomber crashes in South Dakota
The mishap is the Air Force's first major aircraft safety incident of 2024.
B-1 bomber crashes at South Dakota Air Force base, crew ejects safely
The mishap occurred as the aircraft was attempting to land at Ellsworth Air Force Base, officials said.
By Tara Copp, AP
New in 2024: With first B-21 flight done, Northrop eyes next contract
The first B-21 flight came nearly a year after its highly publicized December 2022 debut in California.
‘All we can do for you now’: How Czech sabotage saved a B-17 crew
It was not until the 1944 introduction of the P-51 Mustang that B-17s would be regularly accompanied by fighter escorts.
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber set to return for New Year’s Day flyover
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is set to fly over the Tournament of Roses after missing it this past year.
US flies bombers for joint drills with South Korea, Japan
The United States has flown long-range bombers for joint drills with South Korea and Japan in a show of force against North Korea.
How embracing a former enemy at Pearl Harbor ended one veteran’s war
“Who will be there?” "The pilot who sunk my ship."
By Frank A. Vargo, The War Horse
Pratt wins engine-work contract to keep aging B-52, AWACS flying
With 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.
Nuclear stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, takes first test flight
It's the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years, and almost every aspect of the program is classified.
By Tara Copp, AP