China responds to US complaint over aircraft interceptThe U.S. military said a Chinese J-16 fighter jet pilot flew in front of the nose of the RC-135 conducting routine operations in international airspace.24 months ago
Video shows Chinese fighter jet flying close to US aircraftThe U.S. military says a Chinese fighter jet flew aggressively close to a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft over the South China Sea.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press24 months ago
Air Guard’s RC-26 reconnaissance planes head into retirementThe Air Force argued that maintaining the three-decade-old planes cost $30 million each year.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago
‘Dangerously’ close: Video shows Chinese jet buzzing US spy planeThe U.S. military said this incident “reflects a concerning trend of unsafe and dangerous intercept practices" by China.By Stephen Losey2 years ago
None of the US Air Force’s linguists spoke Ukrainian. Then Russia invaded.Air Force linguists scrambled to keep up through the Afghanistan withdrawal and, now, the war in Ukraine.By Rachel S. Cohen3 years ago
Chasing pavement: Offutt’s massive runway renovation enters home stretchThe 18-month overhaul is expected to finish in September or OctoberBy Rachel S. Cohen3 years ago