Two U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, U.K., make history by landing on a highway strip during the exercise BAANA 2024, Sept. 4, on Hosio Highway Strip, Ranua, Finland. During the exercise the U.S. Air Force collaborated with NATO Allies to adapt, innovate and strengthen our collective defense while making history by … [Read more...]

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - The Department of the Air Force intends to activate a new wing headquarters, the 95th Wing, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This new wing is one of the many efforts underway to reorganize the department for Great Power Competition. The creation of the 95th Wing under Air Force Global Strike Command will enable effective command of forces to ensure … [Read more...]

Royal Australian Air Force Cpl. Anthony Ross, Australian Defence Force Combat Survival Training School instructor, discusses the importance of well-built shelter in survival scenarios during Pacific Angel 24-1 at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, Aug. 27, 2024. Pacific Angel 24-1 is a bilateral operation with forces representing the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and … [Read more...]

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 - In the modern world, everything runs on communications systems, from calling your friends and streaming movies to paying bills and managing critical infrastructure. The U.S. military is no exception to this. With an expectation of being able to complete the mission anytime, anywhere in the world, the military needs to be able to access critical resources, … [Read more...]

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall meets with U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 52nd Operations Group, Detachment 1 at Łask Air Base, Poland, Aug. 24, 2024. During his visit, Kendall expressed appreciation for members assigned to Det 1 for their efforts to foster bilateral defense ties, enhance regional security and increase interoperability among NATO allies. (U.S. … [Read more...]