US Air Force

US Seeks Low-Cost Counter‑Air Missile Designs

The US Air Force has issued a white paper request for the Counter-Air Missile Program to develop a ground-launched missile that could later evolve into a low-cost air-to-air system. 

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Seven Hospitalized After Suspicious Package Opened at US Base

Seven people were briefly hospitalized after a suspicious package containing a white powder was opened at the military base near the US capital that is home to Air Force One.

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Anduril’s Drone Prototype for USAF CCA Program Completes First Flight 

Anduril’s drone prototype for the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, designated YFQ-44A, has completed its maiden flight.

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US Air Force to Lease 3,000+ Acres of Base Land for Private AI Data Centers

The US Air Force is opening up more than 3,000 acres across five active bases for private companies to build massive AI data centers.

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US Air Force Partners With Merlin to Develop Next-Gen Autonomous Flight Systems

Merlin has signed an agreement with the US Air Force to develop autonomous flight technologies for improved mission resilience.

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Netherlands Joins US Drone Wingman Program

The Netherlands has joined the US Air Force's CCA program, which aims to enhance combat capabilities through manned-unmanned teaming.

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AeroVironment, GrandSKY to Launch ‘Limited’ Golden Dome Drone Shield at Grand Forks AFB

AeroVironment is teaming up with GrandSKY to install “Limited Area Defense” anti-drone technology at Grand Forks Air Force Base in support of the “Golden Dome for America” defense initiative.

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US Air Force Eyes Independent Loyal Wingman Squadrons

The US Air Force plans to establish dedicated squadrons for its next-generation Collaborative Combat Aircraft.

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US Air Force Buys Eight Grey Wolf Helicopters 

The US Air Force purchased eight more Grey Wolf helicopters to boost capabilities for patrol, search and rescue, and missile field security.

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US Air Force Employee Sentenced for Sharing Defense Info on Dating App

A former civilian employee of the US Air Force was sentenced to nearly six years in prison for sharing classified information on an online dating platform.

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