Final Marine Harrier pilots finish training, set to join last squadronBoth pilots will report to Marine Attack Squadron 223, also known as “the Bulldogs.”By Zamone Perez5 weeks ago
East Coast Marine F-35 squadron reaches initial operational statusWhen the unit reaches fully operational capability, it will contain six squadrons with 10 planes per squadron.By Todd South3 months ago
New program accelerates military spouses’ job opportunitiesNearly three-fourths of spouses in the program have been hired by their employer who hosted their fellowship. More employers are needed.By Karen Jowers9 months ago
Ukrainian pilots will learn to fly F-16s at US Air Force’s 162nd WingUkrainian pilots with prior experience flying other fighters could learn to fly the F-16 in as short as five months, the Air Force said.By Noah Robertson and Stephen Losey9 months ago
Meet the Marine who ‘rode the thunder’ and lived to tell the taleAfter being forced to eject from his F-8 Crusader, Lt. Col. William Rankin soon found himself amid a thunderstorm — 40,000 feet above ground.By Claire Barrett10 months ago
Who can fly the Marine Corps’ Reaper drones?For now, only commissioned officers can pilot the Marine Corps' MQ-9 aircraft.By Irene Loewenson11 months ago
Why colorblindness disqualifies military pilot hopefulsEach service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards.By Sarah Sicard11 months ago
F-16 jet scrambled to respond to unresponsive small plane over capitalThe fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region.11 months ago
Austin hopes F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots will begin in weeksF-16 jets will bolster Ukraine in the long run but not necessarily as part of a spring counteroffensive against Russia.12 months ago
Air Force instructor pilot tackles ‘toughest footrace on Earth’Kabanuck crossed the final finish line in 43 hours, 18 minutes and 22 seconds, placing 183rd of 765 runners.By Rachel S. Cohen12 months ago
Female Navy pilot makes historic debut with the Blue AngelsNavy Lt. Amanda Lee, the No. 3 left wing pilot for the Blue Angels, is the first woman to fly fighter jets with the renowned flight demonstration team.By Alan de Herrera, Special to the Times14 months ago
Military spouses can now apply for ‘game changing’ employment programDoD is paying spouses' salaries for a 12-week fellowship with private companies during the three-year pilot program.By Karen Jowers16 months ago