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‘REVOKED’: Hegseth’s revenge for Qatari Air Force One leaks is revealed

Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall previously warned in media comments that the donated jumbo jet lacked standard Air Force One modifications and added a ‘measure of risk’

The Independent UK

Pentagon strips ex-Air Force secretary Kendall of security clearance over Air Force One claim

Former Air Force secretary Frank Kendall has been stripped of his security clearance and barred from from holding “any sensitive position," after the Pentagon accused him of sharing classified details about Air Force One's capabilities with the media.

The Times of India

US Air Force says F-47 fighter has reached 'unprecedented maturity'; from AI-powered drones, to stealth tech, here's what we know about this sixth-generation jet

The US Air Force's F-47 fighter program has reached unprecedented maturity, advancing faster than expected. This next-generation aircraft is planned to replace the F-22 Raptor, with first flight anticipated in 2028. The F-47 will operate as a centerpiece of a networked combat system alongside autonomous drones. The Pentagon has requested…

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Air Force members don't have unqualified right to leave job at will: Supreme Court

A bench comprising justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Atul S Chandurkar held that strict adherence to the Air Force's procedural requirements for seeking prior permission is mandatory to maintain operational preparedness.

The Economic Times

In 1958, the US planned to detonate a nuclear bomb on the Moon. Why project A119 never happened

The US considered detonating a nuclear bomb on the Moon after Sputnik's launch. Project A119 aimed to demonstrate American power and prestige to the Soviet Union. Physicist Leonard Reiffel led the study, with Carl Sagan modeling the detonation's effects. The plan was scrapped due to risks and a shift towards…

The Economic Times

50-year-old A-10 Thunderbolt II Warthog gets reprieve as BRRRRT act keeps it alive after Iran showdown

The BRRRRT Act seeks to slow A-10 retirements by restoring capabilities and tightening replacement requirements following recent operational missions.

TechRadar

Conceived in a secure military facility, this Jedi Knight fansite has been running consistently for almost 30 years: 'It looks really close to what it did back in 1998'

The story of The Massassi Temple.

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Trump says new Air Force One from Qatar will get 'maxed out' upgrades

In a recent announcement, President Trump shared that the Air Force One jet, a generous gift from Qatar, will soon undergo significant upgrades. The enhancements are crucial to improving the jet's missile-defense capabilities amidst security concerns. Expected to take roughly a month, a temporary jet will serve during this refurbishment…

The Economic Times

Australians are more concerned about terrorism and cyberattacks than war: new research

2026 has been an unsettling year in terms of Australian security. It opened with the nation still reeling from its worst terrorist attack on home soil. This sense of insecurity has since been compounded by regional and global events, including the conflict in Iran and, more recently, the Chinese ballistic…

The Conversation

USAF's Autonomous AI fighter drone just fired a 'real' AMRAAM air-to-air missile in a world first

The US Air Force tested an autonomous drone firing an AMRAAM missile, advancing plans for future human-controlled combat aircraft.

TechRadar

Pentagon Hires Firm to Investigate Havana Syndrome, the Mystery Illness Affecting CIA Officers and US Diplomats

The Pentagon has hired Anomaly 6, a private surveillance firm, to assist in investigating Havana syndrome, an unexplained illness affecting US intelligence officers and diplomats worldwide.

International Business Times UK

75 B-52 strategic bombers set to get gigabit connectivity and a fiber-optic network for their weapons pylons as part of a huge upgrade to keep them going till it reaches almost 100

American Air Force plans advanced digital weapons pylons with gigabit connectivity, supporting heavier munitions while extending B-52 service toward 100 years.

TechRadar

Promoted One Week, Rejected the Next: US Air Force Rescinds 135 Promotions After Administrative Error

A scoring error in the US Air Force's promotion exams led to 135 airmen losing their promotions, while another 135 gained them. The incident prompted a review of promotion processes.

International Business Times UK

'I'm Iran's No. 1 Target': Trump Ditches New $400M Air Force One, Flies Older Jet Home

President Trump chose an older Air Force One over a new $400M jet due to security concerns, amid rising tensions with Iran. The decision raises questions about the new aircraft's cost and safety.

International Business Times UK

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Air Force sergeant promotion errors: 'No AI products used, result of human error,' says Air Force service after 135 airmen lose promotions

Air Force sergeant promotion errors: Over 100 US Air Force personnel lost promotions due to a scoring error. An outdated answer key mistakenly graded exams for Security Forces staff sergeants. This error caused 135 promotions to be revoked after a thorough review. Another 135 airmen now receive promotions through a…

International Business Times UK

Hegseth Boasted About Ending Military Flu Shot Requirement; Now a 25-Year-Old Air Force Recruit Dies From Flu

A flu outbreak at Lackland has brought back discussion over military vaccination policies, following the death of a recruit and rising infection rates among trainees.

The Economic Times

Donald Trump flies in new Air Force One, gift from Qatar

President Trump has taken his inaugural flight on the newly refurbished Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8i gifted by Qatar. Sporting a fresh red, white, and navy blue livery, this luxury jet replaces the aging presidential aircraft. Trump expressed excitement over the advanced security features and the plane's capabilities, calling…

Medical Daily

The Flu Outbreak at a Texas Air Force Base Grew to 222 Cases — Then the Military Quietly Reversed the Policy That Caused It

Flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base grew to 222 after the Pentagon ended mandatory flu vaccines. The military has now reinstated the requirement for recruits. Here's the full timeline.

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Army vs police in Kishtwar: What does it tell us about civil-military balance?

Nothing like a narrow mountain road in a remote district of Jammu and Kashmir to test India’s civil-military relations. Reams have been written on why the supremacy of civilian institutions in India makes it so different from – and need it be said, so much better than – Pakistan. But…

International Business Times UK

UFO Disclosure Forum Reveals Secret Recording of 1952 'Invasion of Washington' Exists and Could Soon Be Made Public

A recording of a 1952 Air Force briefing on the 'Invasion of Washington' UFO incidents may soon be released, potentially offering new insights into this historic event.

The Independent UK

Hegseth’s Air Force quietly brings back flu vaccine rule for recruits after more than 200 fall sick at base

As of June 19, around 222 flu cases were reported on Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas

Euronews

‘A flying White House’: President Trump unveils the new Air Force One

Converted from a former Qatari-owned Boeing 747, the new Air Force One will serve as a temporary presidential aircraft until Boeing delivers the long-delayed replacement fleet in 2028.

France 24

Trump unveils new Air Force One converted from luxury jet gifted by Qatar

US President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled a new Air Force One converted from a former Qatari-owned Boeing 747, calling it a "flying White House" while touting the aircraft's luxury interior. The plane will serve as a temporary replacement as presidential jets ordered directly from Boeing have been delayed until…

The Economic Times

Donald Trump unveils 'flying White House' gifted by Qatar amidst Iran war, Strait of Hormuz deal at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. All about 'largest Air Force One ever built'

Donald Trump Air Force One: The aircraft, a luxury Boeing 747, had previously generated controversy after Qatar offered it to replace the presidential jet last year.

AAP

Trump unveils 747 ahead of joining Air Force One fleet

The Air Force One upgrade's cost has not been disclosed and some experts fear it may not be as secure as the existing fleet's aircraft.

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