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April 27, 2021
31st FW, multinational allies conclude INIOCHOS 21

The exercise was a Hellenic air force-sponsored operational and tactical level field training exercise, hosted by the Hellenic Air Tactics Center at Greece’s fighter weapons school. The aim was to enhance combat readiness and fighting capability, while providing participants the opportunity to
April 23, 2021
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April 16, 2021
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April 9, 2021
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March 26, 2021
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March 12, 2021
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March 5, 2021
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Feb. 22, 2021
31st FW, Italian air force complete Agile Combat Employment exercise

The 555th and 510th Fighter Squadrons executed counter air training with the Italian air force 32 Stormo, Rome Air Squad Command. The 32 Stormo is the first European unit to acquire F-35A Lightning II aircraft. 
Feb. 19, 2021
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Jan. 26, 2021
Red Flag 21-1 kicks off at Nellis AFB

Southern Nevada residents may notice an increase in military aircraft activity from Jan. 25 through Feb. 12 as Nellis Air Force Base begins exercise Red Flag 21-1, one of the U.S. Air Force’s largest combat training exercises.
Jan. 8, 2021
AF Year in Photos

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Jan. 7, 2021
AFRL demonstrates first collaborative weapon technologies

A team from the Air Force Test Center flew an F-16 Fighting Falcon and released two Collaborative Small Diameter Bombs, which are Small Diameter Bombs that have been modified with a collaborative autonomy payload. The CSDBs quickly established communication with each other and their seekers detected
Dec. 4, 2020
New RTT initiative creates combat ready F-16 crew chiefs, saves time, money

After completing technical training at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, F-16 crew chiefs will now proceed directly to their first duty station to attend Right Time Training with the 372nd Training Squadron, Detachment 12, which saves the Air Force money by cutting extra travel to additional duty
Nov. 20, 2020
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Nov. 6, 2020
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Nov. 6, 2020
Around the Air Force: Agile Flag 21-1, re-designed G-Suits, and Testing the Minuteman III

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights Air Combat Command’s “Agile Flag” exercise, incorporating the “Lead Wing” concept for agile combat employment, a test run of modified Advanced Technology Anti-Gravity Suit “G-suits” for female pilots, and an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test
Nov. 3, 2020
Female fighter pilots test modified ATAGS “G-suit”

Five female fighter pilots tested a modified version of the Advanced Technology Anti-Gravity Suit Oct. 26-30.
Oct. 23, 2020
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Sept. 28, 2020
Spangdahlem AB Airmen integrate in joint multinational exercise Astral Knight

As part of joint multinational exercise Astral Knight, a KC-10 Extender refueled multiple Polish and U.S. aircraft while over Polish airspace Sept. 22 and 24.
Sept. 11, 2020
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Aug. 18, 2020
Red Flag-Alaska 20-3 comes to a close

Red Flag-Alaska 20-3, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, concluded Aug. 14.
July 17, 2020
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July 13, 2020
CSAF visits Holloman AFB

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein is no stranger to Holloman AFB, but this visit was special in that it marked his last trip as the U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff.
July 8, 2020
Spangdahlem AB hosts USAFE large force exercise

The exercise focused on aircrew integration of multiple platforms to enhance readiness and increase proficiency needed to maintain a ready force to ensure the collective defense of the NATO alliance.
June 5, 2020
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June 1, 2020
Ellsworth AFB B-1s Integrate with Ukrainian, Turkish assets during BTF mission

Ellsworth Air Force Base B-1 Lancers provided escort and combat patrol during a long-range, long duration Dynamic Force Employment mission throughout Europe and the Black Sea region spanning more than 29 hours and over 12,200 nautical miles.
May 22, 2020
SecAF visits Holloman AFB during COVID-19

Barrett visited facilities and interacted with Airmen who have been working diligently to adapt, innovate and still complete mission operations amid COVID-19.
May 21, 2020
AFLCMC maintenance team airlifts to repair F-16s during COVID-19 pandemic

To prevent a standard 14-day mandatory quarantine required by personnel traveling through commercial airports, the AFLCMC depot field team located at Hill AFB, Utah, were flown directly to Holloman AFB on a C-130 Hercules the week of April 27 to fix three F-16 Fighting Falcons in a weeks’ time and
May 15, 2020
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May 8, 2020
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Feb. 23, 2020
18th AGRS replicates threats during Cope North 2020

Operating in the mindset of the enemy, the 18th Aggressor Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, employs adversarial tactics to prepare U.S. and partner-nation aircrews for tomorrow's victories through challenging, realistic threat replication and training.
Feb. 21, 2020
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Feb. 6, 2020
US, Japan bomber-fighter integration showcases alliance, global power projection

U.S. Strategic Command’s bomber forces conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world.
Jan. 31, 2020
USAFE welcomes Poland to European F-35 User's Group

Poland is the ninth member of the European F-35 User’s Group, and the first country in Eastern Europe to transition to the F-35 Lightning II.
Jan. 27, 2020
Total-force aviators take flight during Sentry Aloha 20-1

Sentry Aloha 20-1, an air-to-air combat exercise, is hosted by the Hawaii Air National Guard and designed to train Airmen from around the country in a joint and interoperable venue on a large scale.
Jan. 6, 2020
432nd Wing/432nd AEW brings Reaper airpower into new decade

In early 2009, a recently reactivated combat unit, now named the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing, achieved the mark of 500,000 hours of combat, for a relatively new form of airpower, known as remotely piloted aircraft.
Dec. 26, 2019
F-16 downs drone during cruise missile defense testing

The 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron shot down a subscale drone using an AGR-20A Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System laser-guided rocket Dec. 19, providing a proof of concept for using rockets queued from an F-16 Fighting Falcon targeting pod as viable munitions to perform cruise missile defense.
Dec. 23, 2019
Air Force, Navy, Army conduct first ‘real world’ test of Advanced Battle Management System

In the first field test of a novel approach to warfighting, communicating and decision-making, the Air Force, Navy and Army used new methods and technology Dec. 16-18 for collecting, analyzing and sharing information in real time to identify and defeat a simulated cruise missile threat to the United
Dec. 20, 2019
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Dec. 13, 2019
AF Week in Photos

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Dec. 6, 2019
AF Week in Photos

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Nov. 1, 2019
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Oct. 28, 2019
52nd FW conducts CFE treaty exercise

Airmen escorted an exercise inspection team from Romania, members of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency and members of the German Verification Agency for an inspection of facilities throughout the installation.
Oct. 25, 2019
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Oct. 11, 2019
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Oct. 8, 2019
F-16 crashes near Spangdahlem AB, pilot OK

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed Oct. 8 at about 3 p.m. CEST, near Zemmer, Germany, during a routine training sortie.
Oct. 4, 2019
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Sept. 26, 2019
DLA national account managers adapt to Air Force goals

DLA’s seven-member Air Force National Account Manager team works with logisticians and planners at Air Force headquarters to increase service readiness.
Sept. 13, 2019
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Sept. 5, 2019
Shaw AFB prepares for Hurricane Dorian

Service members have been working hard to protect the installation against potential wind damage and flooding, such as placing sandbags around buildings, securing objects that could become flying hazards and fueling generators for possible power outages.
Aug. 29, 2019
Air Force Research Laboratory develops product to provide F-16 pilots with better visibility during rainstorms

While pilots receive weather reports from operational support squadrons, unexpected conditions, like fast moving, pop-up storms, pose risks to planes in the air. In these cases, HydroSkip intends to prevent rain from pooling or remaining stagnant on the F-16 canopy, the transparent enclosure over
Aug. 10, 2019
Avionics Airman inspires young women at aviation camp

Senior Airman Lydia Kamps, an avionics technician with the 756th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, had the opportunity to return to the Experimental Aircraft Association’s GirlVenture Camp during the Oshkosh Air Show in Wisconsin as a mentor -- not just a participant.
July 24, 2019
Vt. ANG prepares for F-35 arrival

The partnership between the 158th FW consists of the visiting staff from BAE Systems, Inc., Lockheed Martin and Pratt & Whitney aerospace company who are assisting members through the technical phases of induction.
June 20, 2019
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June 14, 2019
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June 7, 2019
AF Week in Photos

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May 31, 2019
AF Week in Photos

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May 30, 2019
US, UAE fly to build interoperability

The U.S Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Air Force join together for a partnering flight in the U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility. This flight was conducted to build military-to-military relationships and interoperability with the UAE.
May 30, 2019
USAFE commander discusses regional security with Arctic air chiefs during Arctic Challenge 19

Gen. Jeff Harrigian worked with the air chiefs on a path forward for future ACE exercises, including a focus on developing realistic scenarios for the Airmen on the ground and in the air.
May 28, 2019
AFMC team receives prestigious award for life-saving aircraft technology

The Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System, or Auto-GCAS, team won the 2018 Robert J. Collier Trophy, an award bestowed annually by the National Aeronautic Association that recognizes “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance,
May 24, 2019
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May 16, 2019
Air Force leaders strengthen community ties, engage students at JB Andrews Air & Space Expo

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson delivered opening remarks for this year’s biennial three-day event, which focused on JB Andrews’ partnership and mentorship with local schools against a backdrop of more than 30 STEM exhibits designed to engage and inspire some 7,000 students.
May 8, 2019
Thunderbird performance dazzles Make-A-Wish families

The Make-A-Wish Foundation offered children diagnosed with critical illnesses a chance to view U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds in action during their unique over-the-water practice demonstration at The Thunder Over the Sound: Keesler and Biloxi Air and Space Show on the beach in Biloxi, Mississippi, May
May 7, 2019
Hill AFB F-35A units assist in F-16 fighter training

For the last two weeks, F-16 basic course students and instructor pilots from the 311th Fighter Squadron at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, have been flying with and against the Air Force’s first operational F-35A units.
May 6, 2019
Hill AFB fighter wings conduct combat exercise

The friendly and enemy forces were made up of F-35 Lightning IIs from Hill AFB, F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 311th Fighter Squadron at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, and 80th FS at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, and a team of contracted aggressor pilots from Draken International, at Nellis AFB, Nevada.
May 3, 2019
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April 26, 2019
AF Week in Photos

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April 23, 2019
Airmen sharpen capabilities through dispersal exercise

Pacific Air Forces Airmen and aircraft from across the command joined together at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 22, to participate in a dispersal exercise throughout Micronesia.
April 5, 2019
Triple Nickels kick-off exercise African Lion 2019 with a roar

Airmen from the 31st Fighter Wing and Royal Moroccan Air Force conduct F-16 aviation training during exercise African Lion 2019, March 25-April 3, 2019, at Ben Guerir Air Base, Morocco.
March 19, 2019
RAF Mildenhall KC-135 crew strengthens relationship with Romanian air force

Airmen with the 351st Air Refueling Squadron and the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron participated in air refueling training alongside members of the Romanian air force in Bucharest, Romania, March 11-15.
March 15, 2019
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March 14, 2019
F-16s provide essential support to US, coalition forces in Afghanistan

During a recent raid on a terrorist stronghold in a remote Afghan village, U.S. ground forces came under enemy fire. They called for close air support, and shortly thereafter, an F-16 Fighting Falcon dropped munitions to eliminate the threat.
March 8, 2019
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Feb. 28, 2019
F-35A maintainers, special ops team up for forward refueling

For the first time, Airmen from the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah and Airmen from the 26th Special Tactics Squadron and the 27th Special Operation Logistics Readiness Squadron at Cannon AFB, trained and carried out a Forward Air Refueling Point operation from the MC-130J Commando
Feb. 8, 2019
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Feb. 6, 2019
US, Philippine AF concludes bilateral air contingency exchange

U.S. and Philippine air forces Airmen marked the successful completion of 12 days of bilateral training and increased mutual cooperation during the seventh iteration of Bilateral Air Contingent Exchange-Philippines, or BACE-P, at Cesar Basa Air Base, Feb. 1, 2019.
Feb. 1, 2019
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Jan. 24, 2019
US Air Force Thunderbirds set to perform Super Bowl LIII flyover

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds are scheduled to conduct a flyover during the national anthem performance at Super Bowl LIII, Feb. 3, over Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
Jan. 8, 2019
First female F-35 test pilot completes flight mission

A routine F-35 Lightning II flight test mission recently marked a significant event in Air Force history at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
Dec. 7, 2018
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Nov. 30, 2018
AFCENT publishes October Airpower Summary

“Our mission is to deliver decisive air and space power on behalf of U.S. Central Command for the security and stability of the region. We do this mission proudly, alongside our international, joint and interagency partners,” said Lt. Gen. Joseph Guastella, Combined Forces Air Component commander.
Nov. 29, 2018
US Air Force hydrazine team train Chilean Airmen

A U.S. Air Force hydrazine Mobile Training Team traveled to Los Condores Air Base, Chile, to conduct classroom instruction and hands-on training with Chilean Air Force fuels technicians Nov. 5-16.
Nov. 16, 2018
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Nov. 16, 2018
F-35s begin Auto GCAS test flights

The 461st Flight Test Squadron recently began test flight missions with the F-35 Lightning II and the Auto GCAS at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
Nov. 13, 2018
Falcons undergo facelift

Upon entering a room lined with panels and LED lights, described solely as something out of a science fiction movie, people in polar white suits are ready to re-skin a new beast. The Airmen working across two shifts in the work center, paint and renovate the aircraft and equipment assigned to the
Nov. 9, 2018
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Nov. 7, 2018
Royal Thai AF, PACAF build upon strong partnership

Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, hosted Air Chief Marshal Chaiyapruk Didyasarin Royal Thai air force commander in chief, to build upon the strong U.S. – Thailand partnership, at Headquarters PACAF at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Oct. 29.
Nov. 2, 2018
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Sept. 20, 2018
Air Force realigns Holloman AFB under AETC

The 49th Wing at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, and all co-located units, will realign from Air Combat Command to Air Education and Training Command effective Oct. 1.
Aug. 3, 2018
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July 18, 2018
Colombian Kfirs fighters train with the A-10, F-16

Six Colombian Air Force Kfir fighter jets on their way to Red Flag 18-3 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, stopped at Davis-Monthan AFB from July 5-16, to train with A-10 Thunderbolt IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons.
June 26, 2018
CSAF presents Kolligian Trophy to Air National Guard pilot

Lt. Col. Daniel Finnegan, Vermont Air National Guard’s 158th Fighter Wing plans officer, was presented the Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein at the Pentagon, June 25, 2018.
June 22, 2018
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June 14, 2018
Shaw AFB Airmen earn DFC for saving 88 lives

Col. Daniel Lasica, former 20th Fighter Wing commander, presented the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captains John Nygard and Salvador Cruz, both 79th Fighter Squadron instructor pilots, at Shaw Air Force Base, June 7, 2018.
May 9, 2018
F-16 Service Life Extension Program a ‘great deal’ for DoD, taxpayers

An Air Force Thunderbird jet is the first of what will be roughly 300 refurbished C and D model F-16’s that will roll off the shop floor of the 573rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here after receiving multiple structure-strengthening modifications.
May 2, 2018
US F-16s relocate, Misawa Airmen integrate with JASDF

Nearly 95 personnel and six F-16 Fighting Falcons from Misawa Air Base soared to Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 23 to 27 to participate in an aviation training relocation program.
April 11, 2018
Around the Air Force: April 11

On this look around the Air Force, the Thunderbird pilot in the F-16 Fighting Falcon crash is identified, Airmen participated in an African partnership flight in Senegal, and the Air Force is analyzing unexplained physiological events with the T-6 Texan training platform.
April 6, 2018
Thunderbirds pilot identified

U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Slot Pilot Thunderbird 4, Maj. Stephen Del Bagno, was killed when his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range April 4, 2018, at approximately 10:30 a.m. during a routine aerial demonstration training flight.
April 5, 2018
Thunderbirds aircraft mishap

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds pilot was killed when his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range April 4, 2018, at approximately 10:30 a.m. during a routine aerial demonstration training flight. The identity of the pilot is being withheld for 24-hours pending next of kin
April 4, 2018
Aircraft accident on Nevada Test and Training Range

An Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, crashed at approximately 10:30 a.m. during routine training on the Nevada Test and Training Range.

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