Bud Anderson, America’s last World War II ‘triple ace,’ dies at 102Bud Anderson, the last American fighter pilot known as a “triple ace” for downing 16 German planes during World War II, died May 17 at 102.By Jon Guttman5 hours ago
Dick Rutan, Vietnam War pilot and record-breaking aviator, dies at 85A decorated Vietnam War pilot, Dick Rutan, along with co-pilot Jeana Yeager, completed the first round-the-world flight with no stops or refueling.2 weeks ago
Air Force again dangles $600,000 in bonuses to keep pilots in uniformAnnual bonus pay programs aim to keep airmen around to blunt the effects of a pilot shortage that has lasted decades.By Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
Defense bill would let Air Force retire A-10s, F-15s — but not F-22sLawmakers want to see more detailed plans for collaborative combat aircraft and the Next Generation Air Dominance platform.By Stephen Losey6 months ago
Lawmakers urge Air Force to shift fighters to guard, reserve squadronsThey worry that if A-10s at Guard bases in Maryland and Michigan retire without a replacement, those squadrons could lose their fighter missions.By Stephen Losey6 months ago
Former Air Force boss Mark Welsh named sole finalist to lead Texas A&MWelsh retired from the Air Force in 2016 at the end of a 40-year military career.By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune6 months ago
Romania inaugurates an F-16 pilot training center for NATO, UkraineThe training facility, situated at an air base in Fetesti in southeast Romania, will aim to increase interoperability between NATO allies.6 months ago
Man arrested in alleged assault of former US Sen. Martha McSallyFormer U.S. Sen. Martha McSally, an Air Force veteran, reported that she was molested while jogging in Iowa.6 months ago
Pentagon red tape blocking bigger pilot bonuses authorized by CongressThe Army and Navy want to give more money to pilots whose service is ending, but they're blocked by bureaucracy.By Davis Winkie6 months ago
Meet one of the few airmen to ever hit 10,000 flying hoursLt. Col. Bob Volpe has flown trainer and cargo aircraft since 1990.By Rachel S. Cohen7 months ago
US A-10 attack planes arrive in Middle East in bid to deter wider warMore advanced military aircraft — including F-35 Lightning II, F-15 Eagle and F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters — are expected to join them.By Rachel S. Cohen7 months ago
Here’s a look at the military firepower the US is providing to IsraelThe buildup reflects U.S. concern that the deadly fighting between Hamas and Israel could escalate into a more dangerous regional conflict.By Tara Copp, AP7 months ago