US Air Force officials and experts have long been concerned the fleet is shrinking and aging as China's grows and advances.
In 2004, Taylor Roach answered a questionnaire for the Vail Daily upon graduating from Battle Mountain High School at 18. One ...
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US Air Force New 6th Generation Fighter Jet To Replace The F-22 Raptor
The U.S. Air Force is preparing to retire the legendary F-22 Raptor — and what’s replacing it is nothing short of ...
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More Fighter Jets Won’t Help the US Air Force Win the Next War
The Air Force continues to rely almost exclusively on manned fighter aircraft—even though these platforms could not be quickly replaced in a major war.
Russia has increased its incursions into NATO airspace, seen by the West as tests of resolve. NATO has defenses and a host of F-35s, F-16s, and Gripens ready to respond, but choices to make. It ...
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US Air Force wants 1,558 fighters for low-risk wars. Can it get there?
The Air Force warns that having a smaller fleet may increase the risk it won't be able to carry out all its missions.
In terms of capacity, capability, and readiness, the Chinese air force represents a growing challenge. US Air Force officials and experts are concerned about the service's shrinking, aging fleet. In a ...
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