US Air Force awards Boeing $2B contract to begin B-52 engine upgradesThe upgrades to the B-52's engines and numerous other systems are so dramatic the Air Force plans to redesignate the Cold War-era bomber the B-52J.By Stephen Losey20 hours ago
Space warfare in 2026: A pivotal year for US readinessAs the Space Force enters 2026 amid escalating threats from China and Russia, it faces a pivotal year as it transitions to full-spectrum warfighting.By Michael Scanlon2 days ago
B-52 with key radar upgrade flies to Edwards for testingThe new AESA radar is a major part of the U.S. Air Force's plan to thoroughly revamp the venerable B-52, and extend its life into at least the 2050s.By Stephen Losey3 weeks ago
How the Air Force brought a B-2 Spirit back to life After four years of repair efforts, the "Spirit of Georgia" overcame obstacles to return to flight following a landing accident.By Cristina Stassis5 weeks ago
US Air Force names general to oversee major acquisition programsIn his new role, Lt. Gen. Dale White will oversee many of the Air Force's biggest ― and, in some cases, most troubled ― programs.By Stephen Losey7 weeks ago
Here are the major defense programs backed in shutdown-ending dealThe bills passed as part of the deal that ended the longest U.S. government shutdown in history include billions of dollars for the Air Force and Navy.By Stephen Losey7 weeks ago
