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A-10 Warthog Lives On: The Close-Air Support Beast Too Tough to Ground

A-10 Warthog Lives On: The Close-Air Support Beast Too Tough to Ground

January 23, 2025

The legendary A-10 Warthog’s 30mm cannon can unleash 70 rounds per second, earning its status as a “flying tank” that refuses to quit.

SkyOS Transforms Black Hawks Into Pilot-Optional Aircraft

SkyOS Transforms Black Hawks Into Pilot-Optional Aircraft

January 15, 2025

The US Army upgrades 2,400 Black Hawks with Skyryse’s SkyOS, adding optionally-piloted capabilities for safer, smarter missions.

US Air Force Warns of China’s Rapid Advances in Sixth-Generation Fighter Race

US Air Force Warns of China’s Rapid Advances in Sixth-Generation Fighter Race

January 14, 2025

China’s racing ahead with a 6th-gen fighter jet, and the USAF warns we might not win. Can tech superiority keep us on top?

B-2 Spirit: Why America’s Stealth Bomber is Essential to National Security

B-2 Spirit: Why America’s Stealth Bomber is Essential to National Security

December 21, 2024

The B-2 Spirit: 40 years later, still flying under the radar and over the enemy—America’s stealthy ace in an era of global power plays.

China’s New J-35 Stealth Fighter vs US F-35

China’s New J-35 Stealth Fighter vs US F-35

November 22, 2024

China’s new J-35 stealth jet claims F-35-level sensing and targeting, but can it truly rival US tech? The Pentagon’s keeping an eye on it.

US Air Force Approves Merlin’s Plan for KC-135 Pilot AI

US Air Force Approves Merlin’s Plan for KC-135 Pilot AI

November 13, 2024

Merlin’s AI-powered Pilot is set to transform the KC-135, marking a huge step for military aviation and the future of autonomous flight.

Air Force Massively Upgrades Classic A-10 Warthog With Weapons, Cyber and Electronic Warfare

Air Force Massively Upgrades Classic A-10 Warthog With Weapons, Cyber and Electronic Warfare

September 4, 2024

The A-10C Thunderbolt II’s extensive upgrades ensure this battle-tested beast remains the U.S. Air Force’s go-to for delivering unmatched close air support in the toughest of combat zones.

High-Flying Milestone: C-130J’s Global Journey Hits 3 Million Hours

High-Flying Milestone: C-130J’s Global Journey Hits 3 Million Hours

July 24, 2024

Lockheed Martin’s C-130J fleet hits 3 million flight hours, showcasing its global impact and versatility in diverse missions worldwide.

‘The Black Jet’: F-16 Squadron Gives Its Flagship an F-117 Paint Scheme

‘The Black Jet’: F-16 Squadron Gives Its Flagship an F-117 Paint Scheme

July 9, 2024

The 8th Fighter Squadron honors its F-117 Nighthawk history with a new paint scheme on its F-16 flagship, blending past and present.

Luftwaffe’s Secret Weapon: The Rise and Fall of the “Shrike” Fighter Aircraft

Luftwaffe’s Secret Weapon: The Rise and Fall of the “Shrike” Fighter Aircraft

June 16, 2024

The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 emerged in 1941 to challenge the Bf 109’s dominance and cast a long shadow over World War II skies.

How Has the F-15 Eagle Maintained an Unbeaten Combat Record?

How Has the F-15 Eagle Maintained an Unbeaten Combat Record?

May 30, 2024

The F-15 Eagle, a dominant fighter jet for 50 years, boasts an undefeated record and a legacy forged in innovation and unwavering dedication.

The Future of Military Aviation: Aurora Flight Sciences’ Fan-In-Wing X-Plane

The Future of Military Aviation: Aurora Flight Sciences’ Fan-In-Wing X-Plane

May 29, 2024

DARPA’s SPRINT program, with Aurora at the helm, is poised to revolutionize military air mobility with its groundbreaking fan-in-wing design.

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