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Boeing B-50 Superfortress: The Air Force's Forgotten Bomber Russia Feared
The Boeing B-50 Superfortress was a pivotal post-World War II U.S. bomber developed as an upgrade to the B-29. First flown in ...
Aerial Refueling Operations: How the US Military Extends Fighter Jet Range
Aerial refueling is a crucial force multiplier and U.S. military has relied on this capability since the Vietnam War.
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Happy Birthday U.S. Air Force!
The U.S. Air Force, officially established on September 18, 1947, through the National Security Act, is the second youngest ...
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RC-135V/W Rivet Joint
Initially employed by Strategic Air Command to satisfy nationally tasked intelligence collection requirements, the RC-135 fleet has also participated in every sizable armed conflict involving U.S ...
USAF Fightin' 55th Wing: What To Know About Offutt Air Force Base
Offut AFB in Nebraska is one of the most prestigious bases in the USAF. The 55th Wing is a major reason for that prestige.
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Air War from 1939-1945
General Spaatz takes command of the United States Strategic Air Forces in Europe (USSTAF). Lt. General James Doolittle is placed in command of the 8th Air Force. James Doolittle will send ...
Satellite Photos Show US Reclaiming World War II Airfield for China War
In August 1945, North Field launched the two bombers that carried out the first and only wartime use of nuclear weapons in ...
Dyess AFB selected as 3rd base to receive B-21 Raider
As the United States Air Force prepares to welcome the next generation of bombers, Dyess Air Force Base has been selected as ...