US, partner nations sink two decommissioned ships during Exercise Balikatan
A two-day strike saw the sinking of two vessels, utilizing land, sea and air platforms from the U.S., Philippine, Japanese and Canadian forces.
By Brooke Griswold
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Air Force experimenting with using AI for promotion boards
New uses of the Air Force's “AI Action Team” include promotion board screening and ranking.
By Hope Hodge Seck
15 Fairchild airmen awarded for refueling roles in combat operations
The airmen were recognized for providing "crucial refueling" in contested airspace.
Iranian strikes target the infrastructure behind US airpower
Iran has struck radar systems, satellite communications and mission-critical aircraft at US bases across Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
By Michael Scanlon
Opinion
The Strait of Hormuz offers a lesson in air denial
"By that measure, the United States does not have air superiority where it counts," write analysts Max Bremer and Kelly Grieco.
By Maximilian K. Bremer and Kelly A. Grieco
US Space Command provides update on phased headquarters relocation to Alabama
The command plans to break ground on a new headquarters facility on an approximately 60-acre site near the center of Redstone Arsenal in 2027.
By Michael Scanlon
34th ‘Rude Rams’ named top 2025 Air Force fighter squadron
The “Rude Rams” won the 2025 Raytheon Award, recognizing the fighter squadron as the top across the force for their assistance in CENTCOM operations.
A web of sensors: How the US spots missiles and drones from Iran
If a missile is launched from Iran toward a U.S. military base in the region, how do service members know in time to stay safe?
By Aaron Brynildson, University of Mississippi, The Conversation
Air Force first to upgrade records for troops discharged over COVID vax refusal
Hegseth also announced that the active-duty obligation for troops who opt to return to service is slashed in half from four years to just two years.
A-10 Warthogs target Iranian fast-attack craft in Strait of Hormuz
The A-10’s deployment in Operation Epic Fury comes as Congress has moved to protect it from Air Force divestment efforts.
By Michael Scanlon
Domestic-related shooting leaves 1 dead, another injured at New Mexico Air Force base
A shooting near the Holloman Air Force Base’s shoppette caused a brief lockdown on Tuesday evening.
US Air Force special operations seeks kamikaze drones
The U.S. Air Force wants small one-way attack drones for its special operations forces, according to an Air Force Request for Information.
By Michael Peck