APRIL 28, 2022 - In a major milestone for the KC-46A Pegasus program, the aircraft refueled Spanish EF-18 Hornets, known in Spain as C-15s, April 18, during its first Employment Concept Exercise, or ECE 22-03, at Morón Air Base. The mission marked the first international receiver for the KC-46A, paving the way for stronger interoperability with allies and partners. “The … [Read more...]
$194 Billion Air Force Budget Request Balances Risks
APRIL 28, 2022 - Invoking Gen. Douglas MacArthur’s observation that militaries fail when they are slow and “too late” to change, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall urged Congress April 27 to embrace a $194 billion budget request specifically tailored to “transform” and modernize the Air and Space Forces to meet growing challenges from China. “We’re comfortable with the … [Read more...]
Boeing E-7 to Replace the E-3 Warning System
APRIL 27, 2022 - Based on market research, the Department of the Air Force has decided to replace a portion of the E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System fleet with the E-7 Wedgetail, which is produced by The Boeing Company. The Boeing E-7 is the only platform capable of meeting the requirements for the Defense Department’s tactical battle management, command and … [Read more...]
Air Show Celebrates 75th Air Force Anniversary
Members of the Honor Guard from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing present the colors during the opening ceremony of the Thunder Over Louisville air show in downtown Louisville, Ky., April 23, 2022. This year’s event celebrates the 75th anniversary of the United States Air Force and features more than 30 airplanes and helicopters. The Kentucky Air National is … [Read more...]
Roadmap to Enlisted Force Development
APRIL 26, 2022 - It is critical to equip Airmen with accessible tools and resources, and to cultivate an environment for deliberate development, so Airmen remain the strongest competitive advantage for the Air Force to outpace emerging threats, according to Air Force leaders. The Air Force released The Blueprint April 21. It serves as a foundational document to link enlisted … [Read more...]