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Vance pledges to help airman’s widow after online backlash exposed benefit gaps

After Air Force Maj. Alex Klinner died in a KC-135 crash during operations against Iran, his wife Libby struggled to receive some combat-related benefits.

By Cristina Stassis

6 days ago

US Air Force tanker availability figures may be inflated, study finds

In addition to questionable availability rates, the Air Force tanker fleet also suffers from severe sustainment issues, according to the GAO.

By Michael Peck

3 months ago

B-21 Raider completed ‘close-proximity flight’ with KC-135 tanker, US Air Force confirms

The event represents a precursor step toward validating capabilities essential for the B-21’s long-range, penetrating strike role.

By Michael Scanlon

6 months ago

Images show shredded KC-46 boom that led to emergency landing

Photographs that leaked online showed extensive damage to the KC-46's refueling boom, with its metal ripped and twisted and a chain hanging down.

By Stephen Losey

14 months ago

KC-46 vision system upgrade slips to 2027, 3 years behind schedule

The original vision system for the KC-46 was beset by troubles such as distorted images, but its replacement also has repeatedly fallen behind.

By Stephen Losey

16 months ago

Next-gen stealth tanker may be unaffordable, Air Force secretary fears

A bow wave of modernizations — including the Air Force's desire to build a sixth-gen fighter and drone wingmen — has stretched its budget thin.

By Stephen Losey

22 months ago