Unit commanders may allow the desert-colored camouflage combat utility uniform or the flame-resistant organizational gear, known as FROGs. The first- and second-place winning pilots likely crashed at the National Air Race Championships, possibly because of a blind spot, glare or loss of focus. Nearly three-fourths of spouses in the program have been hired by their employer who hosted their fellowship. More employers are needed. Ukrainian pilots with prior experience flying other fighters could learn to fly the F-16 in as short as five months, the Air Force said. After being forced to eject from his F-8 Crusader, Lt. Col. William Rankin soon found himself amid a thunderstorm — 40,000 feet above ground. For now, only commissioned officers can pilot the Marine Corps' MQ-9 aircraft. Each service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards. The fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region. F-16 jets will bolster Ukraine in the long run but not necessarily as part of a spring counteroffensive against Russia. Kabanuck crossed the final finish line in 43 hours, 18 minutes and 22 seconds, placing 183rd of 765 runners. Load More