Latest "aircraft" stories

‘No company is immune’: Supply chain woes weigh on defense firms

Supply chain problems have hit all sides of the defense industry in unexpected ways — and small businesses with narrower profit margins are particularly worried about how they can weather this storm.

By Stephen Losey

23 months ago

AFSOC plans to demo amphibious MC-130J by end of next year, commander says

A new water-ready C-130 would give the Air Force more littoral capability.

By Leila Barghouty

2 years ago

Thunderbirds shake up aerial show for 2021 return

This is the first time in four decades that the team of six F-16 Fighting Falcons has changed its routine.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

Marine Corps’ first F-35C squadron ready to deploy on carriers

Its larger wings and stronger landing gear make it better suited for the catapult launches and arrestments used on carriers, and its wingtips fold for better storage on deck.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

Blue Angels to make final flight in the legacy F/A/-18 Hornet as they transition to Super Hornets

The Blue Angels will fly their legacy Hornets for the last time over the Pensacola area Wednesday. The team will be switching to Super Hornets in the 2021 season.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

Congress pursuing independent commission to review aviation safety

Rep. Adam Smith, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, has filed as amendment to the annual defense policy bill creating a national commission to review the spike in aviation mishaps.

By Tara Copp, AP

5 years ago