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Latest Air Force stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

The Versatile MC-130 – A Special Operations Workhorse

The Versatile MC-130 – A Special Operations Workhorse

October 22, 2021

The ability to get in and get out with nobody being the wiser is the key to AFSOC’s success. The MC-130 provides exactly that.

How Fast Are the US Air Force Jets? Supersonic!

How Fast Are the US Air Force Jets? Supersonic!

October 20, 2021

In one generation, mankind went from its first flight to landing on the moon. The future looks bright for military aviation and supersonic jets.

Breaking the Sound Barrier – Chuck Yeager, the Father of Mach Speed

Breaking the Sound Barrier – Chuck Yeager, the Father of Mach Speed

October 14, 2021

Many aircraft fly faster than the speed of sound today, but none could have done it if Chuck Yeager had not paved the way.

Air Defense Identification Zone Incursions or the Rise of the Exclamation Point!!

Air Defense Identification Zone Incursions or the Rise of the Exclamation Point!!

October 10, 2021

The rise of exaggerated headlines often hides the truth and diminishes the importance of the actual events.

How Do Chinese Weapons Stack Up? China’s J-16D Fighter vs America’s EA-18G Growler

How Do Chinese Weapons Stack Up? China’s J-16D Fighter vs America’s EA-18G Growler

October 8, 2021

Electronic-warfare platforms may prove critical in the Indo-Pacific. Chinese weapons are evolving but can they withstand U.S. capabilities?

The Future Is Here: Air Force Porters Get Exoskeleton From Arizona State University

The Future Is Here: Air Force Porters Get Exoskeleton From Arizona State University

September 30, 2021

The Air Force will be the first beneficiary of the Arizona State exoskeleton which can see commercial use in the future.

Air Force Reddit and the Search for Enlightenment

Air Force Reddit and the Search for Enlightenment

September 28, 2021

Everyone knows that the Air Force is the best of all military branches. But how many people know that the Air Force also has the coolest Reddit page?

Tequila Bottles on Air Force One? Ahhh, Takes me Back

Tequila Bottles on Air Force One? Ahhh, Takes me Back

September 26, 2021

Buckle up as America’s premier aircraft maintainers buckle down and teach you how to properly maintain an aircraft and an unhealthy liver!

B-21 Stealth Bomber Production Ramps Up as the US Sends a Signal to Russia

B-21 Stealth Bomber Production Ramps Up as the US Sends a Signal to Russia

September 24, 2021

Deploying these stealth bombers right next to Russia sends a strong message to adversaries and demonstrates the Air Force’s superiority.

Project Kaiju: Giant Monsters or the Air Force’s SkyNet?

Project Kaiju: Giant Monsters or the Air Force’s SkyNet?

September 21, 2021

The Air Force’s Top Secret Program Kaiju looks to move the branch to the future with the power of Japanese monster movies.

An Air Force Tale of VIPs and Speed Records

An Air Force Tale of VIPs and Speed Records

September 19, 2021

Flying around VIPs as part of the 89th Military Airlift Wing was filled with puke, naughty phone calls, speed records, and some very kind people.

24th Special Tactics Airmen Wrap Up Haiti Relief

24th Special Tactics Airmen Wrap Up Haiti Relief

September 19, 2021

Special Tactics Squadron operators were instrumental in enabling relief to come into Haiti following last month’s devastating earthquake.

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