Category: Air Force

In the sun-baked skies over Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, the distinctive silhouette of the A-10 Thunderbolt II once again dominated the horizon. From Sept. 11-15, the base played host to Hawgsmoke, a competition that has become a revered tradition in the A-10 community. This year’s event, possibly the last of its kind, served as both a testament to the Warthog’s enduring capabilities and a poignant farewell to an aircraft that has defined close air support for over four decades.

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The U.S. Air Force’s B-21 Raider program is gaining momentum, with significant progress reported during the Air and Space Force Association’s recent conference. Air Force leaders and industry partners provided key updates on the development of this advanced stealth bomber.

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L3Harris Technologies has commenced production of its cutting-edge Viper Shield electronic warfare (EW) suite, marking a significant milestone in F-16 fighter jet capabilities. The all-digital system, officially designated AN/ALQ-254(V)1, is set to equip F-16 fleets across six nations, enhancing their combat readiness against emerging threats.

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