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Fighter pilots integrate drones into air combat training
The drones served in a "loyal wingman" role to the pilots, marking “a major leap in human-machine teaming," the Air Force said.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Ukraine’s F-16 jets intercept Russian missiles in apparent first
Russia fired dozens of missiles and drones across Ukraine on Tuesday, including some that officials said were shot down by Western-supplied F-16 jets.
Air Force drops child sex abuse case against lieutenant colonel
Lt. Col. Kevin DiFalco, who was arrested in 2022 for alleged child sexual abuse, will no longer face a court-martial.
By Riley Ceder
Air Force colonel fired days before handing off command duties
Col. Jeremiah Hammill was relieved days ahead of turning over command after service officials cited a loss of confidence in his ability to lead.
By Riley Ceder
Forest fire at New Jersey Air National Guard range 80% contained
Heavy rain overnight helped firefighters gain more control over a forest fire burning at Warren Grove Range.
Vietnam veterans recount their missions through the deadly jungle
Veterans of the Vietnam War’s long-range reconnaissance patrols recount their missions through the jungle, where they faced far more than just the enemy.
By Staff Reports
Vietnam vets recall what it was like to lose brothers in combat
Veterans of LRRP units talk about how they got into the military, and took jobs in Long Range Recon — one of the most dangerous jobs in Vietnam.
By Staff Reports
US test-fires two unarmed Minuteman III ballistic missiles
The reentry vehicle of each missile traveled approximately 4,200 miles to the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site on the Kwajalein Atoll.
With a drop of blood, this new device will test for TBIs in 15 minutes
A new rapid test that checks for traumatic brain injuries using a single drop of blood is expected to make its debut in the military in the coming months.
By Karen Jowers
Here’s your team, go get ‘em: Training for long range recon in Vietnam
Veterans of LRRP units talk about how they got into the military, and took jobs in Long Range Recon — one of the most dangerous jobs in Vietnam.
By Staff Reports