Death of airman caused by multiple points of failure, report findsA special investigation found that Staff Sgt. Charles Crumlett’s death while working on a F-22 was caused, among others, by a lack of supervision.By Cristina Stassis9 days ago
What is Nifty Nugget? NDAA revives 47-year-old military exerciseIn 1978, the 21-day exercise, dubbed “Nifty Nugget,” brought two dozen military commands to bear to support a notional conflict in Europe.By Hope Hodge Seck10 days ago
Radar, other upgrades planned for experimental US Air Force AI fighterRaytheon was awarded a contract from the Air Force to put its air-cooled, compact PhantomStrike fire control radar into the X-62 as part of its upgrades.By Stephen Losey3 weeks ago
Senate passes major policy bill authorizing $900 billion for PentagonThe National Defense Authorization Act now heads to the desk of President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it.By Stephen Losey3 weeks ago
Security squadron commander relieved of duty after airmen fatalitiesLt. Col. Tyler Hiatt made the request for removal, stating that he was unable to execute the duties of the position.By Cristina Stassis3 weeks ago
B-52 with key radar upgrade flies to Edwards for testingThe new AESA radar is a major part of the U.S. Air Force's plan to thoroughly revamp the venerable B-52, and extend its life into at least the 2050s.By Stephen Losey4 weeks ago