The Latest Breaking News from Air Force

Marine Corps Requires Flu Shots for Recruits, Medical Staff and Base Child Care Workers by December 15

The Marine Corps named nine categories that must get flu shots this season, including base child care staff, with a December 15 deadline.

Medical Daily · Aug 28

After two decades of legal deadlock, accused 9/11 mastermind gets a 2028 trial date

A U.S. Air Force judge has ordered Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the accused mastermind of the September 11 attacks, and three co-defendants to stand trial at Guantanamo Bay beginning June 5, 2028. The date follows decades of legal delays, failed plea agreements and renewed court battles over the military prosecution case.

The Economic Times · Aug 27

Poland to get four Airbus refuelling aircraft by 2030

Poland and Spain plan to jointly buy at least seven Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft for air refuelling and strategic transport, with four due in Poland by 2030 under the SAFE programme.

Euronews · Aug 26

IAF is not against theaterisation: Air Chief Marshal Singh

The Indian Air Force supports theaterisation but stresses an objective approach. It advocates for internal enhancements rather than copying foreign military structures. The Air Force wants minimal disruption to existing systems during this transition. The government's theaterisation plan aims to integrate army, air force, and navy capabilities. The Air Chief…

The Economic Times · Aug 22

In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved

In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved. Ronald Wick, 19, and Carl Stolz, 21, disappeared after leaving a Madison bait shop in February 1961. Their car was found at the bottom of Lake Waubesa in 2006,…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Air Force Major Arrested at Capitol Over Trump Impeachment Call Detained Again: Now 'Ordered Into Pretrial Confinement'

Air Force Major Jason Watson faces potential court-martial after calling for Trump's impeachment. Detained in Maryland, his case highlights military legal challenges and public support.

International Business Times UK · Aug 21

USAF is buying banned DJI drones to train its operators against the 'most statistically probable real-world threat'

The US Air Force is buying restricted DJI drones for nuclear missile base training, seeking realistic exposure to commercial drone threats.

TechRadar · Aug 20

US Air Force major held again days after arrest over Trump impeachment call

A US Air Force major, Jason Watson, finds himself detained once more for voicing his criticism of President Trump and advocating for his impeachment. Currently in pretrial confinement, Watson's refusal to wear his military uniform led to this latest arrest. This incident follows his earlier detention on the Capitol steps…

The Times of India · Aug 20

US Air Force wants AI help to keep its Minuteman III nukes ticking until they're 66, or maybe 80

The US Air Force wants AI to unify Minuteman III data as Sentinel delays could extend missile service toward 80 years.

TechRadar · Aug 16

80th Independence Day: PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid floral tributes to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, at Rajghat on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.

The Economic Times · Aug 15