Congress offers procurement boost for F-35 jets in FY24 spending billThe U.S. Air Force would receive enough money to buy 51 F-35As in fiscal 2024 under the compromise defense spending bill lawmakers released.By Stephen Losey and Rachel S. Cohen6 days ago
Combatant commanders head to Capitol Hill to face budget questionsDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 18, 2024.By Leo Shane III10 days ago
F-35 upgrade delays prompt US Air Force to scale back jet purchasesThe Pentagon stopped accepting deliveries of the newest F-35 Joint Strike Fighters in summer 2023 as software problems snarled the jets' latest upgrades.By Stephen Losey2 weeks ago
Space Force reimagines training, operations as conflicts intensifySpace Force leaders previewed a new approach to officer training, possible promotion changes and continued efforts to grow the newest service's ranks.By Rachel S. Cohen3 weeks ago
Turkey F-16 sale to proceed after Senate voteThe Senate overwhelmingly rejected a resolution to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey after Ankara approved Sweden's NATO accession.By Bryant Harris4 weeks ago
US, South Korea practice missile intercepts after North Korean testsFriday's drill involved F-35A fighter jets from both countries and other fighter jets from South Korea.5 weeks ago