MAY 5, 2026 - Airmen assigned to the 944th Fighter Wing traveled north in Arizona to Camp Navajo from Luke Air Force Base for Exercise Desert Hammer 26-2, May 1-3; the exercise is the latest evolution of the wing's ongoing readiness training designed to build battlefield skills, test mission-essential tasks and prepare Air Force Reserve airmen for operations beyond … [Read more...]

MAY 5, 2026 - The T-7A Red Hawk has officially been cleared for production. Following Milestone C approval on April 23, the Air Force is moving forward with a $219 million contract for the first 14 advanced trainer aircraft along with associated spares, support equipment, and training from Boeing Defense, Space & Security. This achievement marks a pivotal moment for the … [Read more...]

MAY 4, 2026 - The Air Force’s VC-25B Bridge aircraft has officially completed modification and flight testing and is being painted. The aircraft is on schedule to roll out in a new red, white and blue livery this summer. The Bridge program represents a fundamental shift in how the Air Force delivers critical capabilities. By utilizing a construct similar to the direct … [Read more...]

APRIL 29, 2026 - Airmen assigned to the 124th Air Support Operations Squadron, Idaho Air National Guard, conducted close air support training at the 188th Wing's Razorback Range at Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center, Arkansas, April 20 and 21. Razorback Range provides air support operations squadron personnel nationwide the ability to train for close air support in … [Read more...]

APRIL 29, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force approved a comprehensive strategy this month to aggressively recruit, train and retain top-tier artificial intelligence professionals, aiming to operationalize AI and maintain a decisive competitive advantage in an era of rapid technological change. This Total Force plan was developed in accordance with the Department of War’s … [Read more...]