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Bird smacks into Marine F-35B after takeoff, prompting pilot to land
Between 2004 and 2019, the Marine Corps recorded more than 1,500 aviation incidents involving bird or animal strikes.
Marine F-35C used for Top Gun training takes a nosedive while parked
The jet “experienced an incident involving collapse of the nose landing gear” on Jan. 26, a Marine spokeswoman said.
Lawmakers press Biden for quality of life focus in next defense budget
Members want next year's spending plan to include money for junior enlisted pay raises and military housing improvements.
East Coast Marine F-35 squadron reaches initial operational status
When the unit reaches fully operational capability, it will contain six squadrons with 10 planes per squadron.
By Todd South
Last Harrier mechanics finish training as Corps shifts to F-35
According to the 2022 Marine Corps Aviation Plan, Harrier pilot training will end in 2024.
By Todd South
Troop pay, housing problems lead senior enlisted leaders’ concerns
Lawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life.
Passenger absolved of in-flight bomb hoax that prompted F-18 response
The passenger, then 18, alleged the bomb threat was a joke.
By Sarah Sicard
Upgraded F-35 deliveries slipping to fall 2024, Lockheed says
If the F-35 upgrades known as Technology Refresh 3 aren't ready for deliveries to resume in the third quarter, Lockheed said it may slow down production.
A third ‘Top Gun’ movie is in the works
Paramount recently announced it reached a deal for “Top Gun 3.”
By Sarah Sicard