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The Air Force's desired upgrades to Boeing's battle management plane proved more complicated and costly than expected, snarling negotiations for months.

US Air Force, Boeing reach deal on prototype E-7

Boeing’s F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet has achieved initial operational capability with the US Air Force. Air Combat Command chief Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach announced the achievement at a Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies webinar last week. The milestone was reached a year later than planned due to production delays....

US Air Force F-15EX Eagle II Reaches Initial Operational Capability

Dayton, OH

DAYTON, Ohio — Air Force officials recently revealed new details about schedule delays and rising costs related to the service’s multi-billion dollar effort to modernize its long-range B-52 Stratofortress bombers, complications that prompted the service to bring on a seasoned negotiator to sharpen discussions with prime contractor Boeing.

‘No fail’: Air Force officials spotlight cost jumps, delays for B-52 bomber modernization

War History Online

In July 1986, a Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk crashed in California's Sequoia National Forest - two years before it was announced to the public.

The US Air Force Scrambled To Cover Up The Crash of One of Its Top-Secret Stealth Fighters

Savannah, GA

A mid-air collision between two aircraft caused the emergency drop of a Mk 15 nuclear bomb near Tybee Island, but where exactly did it land?

Where Did the Nuke That The US Air Force Accidentally Dropped On Georgia In the 1950s Go?

Detroit, MI

Michigan State

CBS Detroit

(CBS DETROIT) - An F-16 fighter jet from the Ohio Air National Guard landed safely in Ohio after having an emergency while flying over Michigan. The jet needed to drop two fuel tanks, one of which exploded in a lake. At about 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, the Iosco County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of an explosion in the area of Baldwin Resort Road near Lake Huron, according to a release.Law enforcement authorities discovered two F-16s from the 180th Fighter Squadron in Toledo were operating in the area. One had declared an emergency and dumped two full external fuel tanks. One of the tanks landed in Lake Huron and exploded, while the other landed in the Baldwin Plaza parking lot, which includes a Tractor Supply, Sav-a-lot, and a Michigan Secretary of State location. There was minor damage to a few vehicles, but no one was injured, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office initially called water rescue teams after receiving the call about the emergency because they didn't know if there was a plane or pilot ejection in the water. No plane or pilots were actually in the water, but the U.S. Coast Guard recovered part of the suspected fuel tank from the lake. 


F-16 fighter jet drops fuel tanks during emergency over Michigan, one of which exploded in Lake Huron

SlashGear

Looking at your gear shifter in your car, you may have noticed an "S" on there. Here's what that means, and when you should (and shouldn't) use it.

What Does The 'S' Stand For On Your Car's Gear Shift And When Should You Use It?

24/7 Wall St.

The U.S. Navy is home to one of the largest air forces in the world, second only to the U.S. Air Force. The backbone of the Navy’s arsenal of aircraft is the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. These jets are equipped with advanced avionics and weapons systems and are designed for strike missions, air superiority, and aerial […]
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This Fighter Jet Makes Up Almost Half of the Navy’s Aircraft

What aviation geek doesn’t love speed, new technologies, advanced manufacturing methods, and the mysteries of a secret government program? Many aircraft embody these features, but none come close to the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird. It could fly over Vietnam in eight minutes, its electronic counter measures were so advanced that...

SR-71 pilot recalls when a Soviet MiG-23 pilot asked him to bring his Blackbird at Vladivostok as a gesture of peaceful relationship. He answered him to forward his request to US state department.

Ford's little Maverick truck gets a big boost to power and capability, courtesy of an AWD option, new hybrid drivetrain, as well as an updated chassis.

2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid AWD Is The Truck We've Been Waiting For (And It'll Tow, Too)

Capt. Taylor Bye showed her skills as a US Air Force pilot by safely belly landing her malfunctioning A-10 Warthog.

USAF Pilot Taylor Bye Pulled Off an Insane Landing In Her A-10 Warthog After Its Landing Gear Failed

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

You may have driven a Honda CR-V for decades at this point without knowing what those three little letters mean. Here's what CR-V stands for.

What Does CR-V Mean For Honda Cars?

The SR-71 The SR-71, the most advanced member of the Blackbird family that included the A-12 and YF-12, was designed by a team of Lockheed personnel led by Clarence “Kelly” Johnson, then vice president of Lockheed’s Advanced Development Company Projects, commonly known as the “Skunk Works” and now a part of Lockheed Martin.

Once F-4 crews told the SR-71 couldn’t go vertical after takeoff. They gave up after a Blackbird did a high-performance takeoff (with sensitive equipment replaced with ballast).

Militaries around the world are working on planes they hope will represent a generational leap in aviation technology.

How the sixth-generation fighter jet will upend air warfare

The world's largest aircraft carrier has already spent significant time at sea, and has a formidable arsenal of weaponry at its disposal.

All About The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Aircraft Carrier & And Where Its Homeport Is

Cadillac has taken the wraps off its new Precision Package for the CTV-5 Blackwing sport sedan, offering buyers luxury combined with track-ready performance.

It's Not The LT7, But Cadillac's Newest CT5-V Blackwing Upgrade Could Be Even Better

WD-40 is pretty ubiquitous in garages and workshops all over, so it's worth finding out if it's safe to use on a regular basis. Here's what the company says.

Does WD-40 Have Any Serious Side Effects? Here's What The Company Has To Say

Not all car tires are designed to handle the same amount of weight or the same terrain. If you drive a Large SUV or pickup truck, you may have a few options.

What Does LT Mean On A Tire And How Is It Different From A Passenger Tire?

Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1941 Boeing​/​Stearman PT-17....

Why Did The USAF Choose Boeing 747-8 Jet To Replace The Current Air Force One?

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