US Air Force’s new stealth drone can fly for days before going for the kill The US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has awarded General Atomics a contract for work on the development of a new, cutting-edge stealth drone. This advanced drone, known as the MQ-9B SkyGuardian, is designed to be capable of flying for […]
Trump signals bold upgrades for US air power with F-55 twin-engine jet and F-22 Super
Trump signals bold upgrades for US air power with F-55 twin-engine jet and F-22 Super The United States may be gearing up to redefine its air dominance, and President Donald Trump is leading the charge. With the recent announcement of the development of the F-55 twin-engine jet and the enhancement of the F-22 Super, the […]
F-47: US 6th-gen fighter jet to pack 50% more range than F-35, will fly before 2030
F-47: US 6th-gen Fighter Jet Set to Redefine Air Power Capabilities As the US Air Force is expanding its air power capabilities, the service has revealed plans for the development of the next-generation fighter jet, the F-47. This 6th-generation aircraft is poised to revolutionize aerial combat with its cutting-edge technology and superior performance. One of […]
US looks to turn drones into long-range strike platforms by mounting cruise missiles
US Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Aims to Transform Drones into Long-Range Strike Platforms with Cruise Missiles It has come to light that the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) wants to revolutionize the use of drones by turning them into long-range strike platforms through the mounting of cruise missiles. This strategic move […]
US military to go orbital for ultra-fast cargo delivery with 28,660-pound load rocket
US Military Partners with Rocket Lab for Ultra-Fast Cargo Delivery: A Game-Changer in Orbital Innovation Rocket Lab, an aerospace firm, will participate in an “experimental mission” for the U.S. Air Force, aiming to revolutionize the way military cargo is delivered across the globe. The mission involves launching a 28,660-pound load rocket into orbit, marking a […]
US Air Force wants drone-ready missiles half the size of today’s Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile
US Air Force Seeks Smaller Drone-Ready Missiles for Enhanced Air-to-Air Capabilities The US Air Force (USAF) is looking at new options for air-to-air missiles. It’s seeking a transformation in the size and capabilities of its weaponry by aiming to develop drone-ready missiles that are half the size of the current Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile […]
US Air Force plans new nuclear missile silos, ditching 450 old ones for Sentinel
US Air Force Plans New Nuclear Missile Silos, Ditching 450 Old Ones for Sentinel The US Air Force (USAF) has announced that it will probably be cheaper to dig new missile silos for its nuclear weapons than to refurbish its existing arsenal. This decision comes as a part of the USAF’s plan to modernize its […]
US Air Force gets eagle-inspired robots that glide at 109 mph with 500-pound payload
US Air Force Gets Eagle-Inspired Robots that Glide at 109 mph with 500-Pound Payload The US Air Force has inducted multiple aerial cargo glider systems to improve its autonomous capabilities and enhance mission effectiveness. These cutting-edge robots, inspired by the majestic flight of eagles, can soar through the skies at speeds of up to 109 […]
‘Frankenjet’: Scrap-built F-35 fighter stitched from 2 crashed jets joins US fleet
“Frankenjet”: Scrap-built F-35 Fighter Stitched from 2 Crashed Jets Joins US Fleet In what could be called a modern world wonder, the US Air Force has inducted a unique aircraft into its fleet – a Frankenjet. This extraordinary creation is a result of stitching together parts from two crashed F-35 fighter jets, showcasing innovation and […]
US Air Force’s F-16 Vipers to get ‘Venom’ boost for autonomous flying capability
US Air Force’s F-16 Vipers to get ‘Venom’ boost for autonomous flying capability The US Air Force has reached a significant milestone in automating the F-16 fighter jet. With the introduction of the cutting-edge ‘Venom’ upgrade, these already formidable F-16 Vipers are set to soar to new heights of autonomous flying capability. The F-16 Viper […]