Latest "mobility aircraft" stories

DARPA wants a heavy cargo plane that can land at sea

The Pentagon has grown increasingly concerned about the potential for a conflict with China, which would require improved maritime capabilities.

By Stephen Losey

10 months ago

Can the Air Force train new pilots without planes?

Goodbye, T-1 Jayhawk. Hello, simulators.

By Rachel S. Cohen

13 months ago

US Air Force tests exoskeleton to give cargo-loading porters a boost

They might not be as elaborate as the exosuit Sigourney Weaver used in “Aliens,” but the idea of using tech to bolster human muscles is not far off.

By Stephen Losey

14 months ago

From Kabul to Kyiv, air mobility boss reflects on a year unlike most

"If this becomes the new normal, how do we keep everything going?" Air Mobility Command boss Gen. Mike Minihan said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

15 months ago

Air Force considers removing co-pilot from Boeing KC-46 tanker crews

The idea could reduce potential troop casualties during wartime refueling missions.

By Rachel S. Cohen

17 months ago

Senate confirms Van Ovost as US Transportation Command boss

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost will take over as head of U.S. Transportation Command on Oct. 15.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

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