Dec. 20, 2023 Red Hawk readies for climate chamber testing The Air Force’s new bird of prey, the T-7 Red Hawk, arrived at Eglin Dec. 15, 2023 to begin a series of climate testing at Eglin’s McKinley Climatic Lab.
Nov. 6, 2023 Hill Aerospace Museum’s newest gallery nears completion After nearly two years of planning and construction, the Hill Aerospace Museum is putting the finishing touches on its newest gallery, which will be called the L.S. Skaggs Gallery.
Aug. 16, 2023 DAF selects JetZero to develop blended wing body aircraft prototype The Department of the Air Force selected JetZero for the next phase of a blended wing body prototype aircraft project Aug. 16.
April 20, 2023 AF senior leaders discuss budget, aircraft procurement Air Force, industry, and academia leaders recently discussed the president’s budget request, the Secretary of the Air Force’s operational imperatives, and the service’s state of readiness.
Feb. 28, 2023 Air Force awards E-7A prototype contract The Department of the Air Force awarded The Boeing Company a contract to begin work on the E-7A weapon system, which is slated to replace the E-3 AWACS.
Feb. 2, 2023 History & Heritage Race showcases P-38 Lightning during second race of 2023 The P-38 Lightning will be the second retired aircraft to headline the 2023 History & Heritage Race Series, powered by the Air Force Marathon, beginning March 1.
Dec. 6, 2022 Aerodynamic technologies for mobility aircraft promise high return on investment As part of its effort to increase readiness and capability, the Air Force is working to introduce aerodynamic technologies on mobility aircraft to improve airflow, reduce maintenance issues, increase payload capability, and decrease fuel demand.
Dec. 5, 2022 HEXA highlighted in AF Week in Photos This weekly feature showcases the men, women and aircraft of the Air Force including the 413th Flight Test Squadron's efforts with the HEXA, an electrical vertical take off and landing aircraft.
Dec. 2, 2022 B-21 Raider makes public debut; will become backbone of Air Force’s bomber fleet The U.S. Air Force unveiled its newest bomber aircraft, the B-21 Raider, designed to operate in tomorrow's high-end threat environment.
Oct. 19, 2022 Registration opens for final History & Heritage race WRIGHT- PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 2022 History & Heritage Race Series opened registration for the last virtual race of the season Oct. 1, featuring the C-47 Skytrain.One of the most famous U.S. Army Air Corps aircraft, the C-47, nicknamed “Gooney Bird” for its resemblance to an albatross,