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Images show shredded KC-46 boom that led to emergency landing

Photographs that leaked online showed extensive damage to the KC-46's refueling boom, with its metal ripped and twisted and a chain hanging down.

By Stephen Losey

2 months ago

Some A-10 Warthogs may dodge retirement under proposed Senate bill

The DOD's fiscal 2026 budget calls for the Air Force to retire its remaining 162 A-10 attack planes. The Senate's version would have the service keep 103.

By Stephen Losey

2 months ago

Army tests robotic coyotes to defend fighter jets

Unmanned ground vehicles mounted with life-size plastic coyotes are one idea proposed as part of a new effort to keep wildlife away from military aircraft.

By Hope Hodge Seck

2 months ago

US Air Force to retire all A-10s, cancel E-7 under 2026 spending plan

The Air Force wants to retire hundreds of older aircraft, including the entire Warthog fleet, to free up money for future planes.

By Stephen Losey

3 months ago

Trump pardons Army officer who defied COVID prevention rules

Former 1st Lt. Mark Bashaw was convicted of disobeying rules about face masks and virus testing before he was forced out of the service.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

Advocates push Senate to drop changes in 90/10 rule for vets benefits

A provision in the Republican-backed reconciliation bill would roll back restrictions on what federal funds for-profit colleges can receive.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago