Weapon Systems 2024-02-14
Upgrades will bring B-52 Stratofortress into 'whole new type of fight'
The US Air Force's planned upgrades to the legacy B-52H bomber are so substantial that the overhauled aircraft will be re-designated the B-52J.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-12
US Air Force's Joint Air-To-Surface Standoff Missile goes extreme on range
The JASSM-XR will be able to reach heavily defended targets 1,900km away and be deployed by a wide range of bombers and fighter jets, and even cargo transport aircraft.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-09
Rapid Dragon missile system weaponizes US Air Force cargo aircraft
The system allows the US Air Force to deploy long-range, precision-guided missiles from its vast fleet of cargo aircraft.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-08
Capabilities of MQ-9 Reaper see full effect under key combat concept
The US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept is a vision of using agile tactics to respond to modern contested environments. The MQ-9 is distinctly suited for this doctrine.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-07
The MC-130J Commando II: Special operations transport and strategic bomber
The deployment of the Rapid Dragon system on the MC-130J Commando II takes it beyond its initial role as a transport aircraft and makes it a truly multi-mission powerhouse.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-05
Beyond combat: the C-17 Globemaster III offers unparalleled transport capabilities
Able to hold 10 armored Humvees or a single Abrams tank, the C-17 is uniquely capable of delivering manpower, firepower and equipment to forward deployed bases anywhere in the world.
Weapon Systems 2024-02-05
The B-1B Lancer: delivering high speed, heavy payload anywhere in the world
The supersonic bomber is capable of carrying up to 75,000 pounds (34,000kg) of ordnance and is designed to fly at extremely low altitudes with reduced radar visibility.
Weapon Systems 2024-01-31
Data links, threat detection enable more than just refueling for the KC-46A Pegasus
The next-generation KC-46A Pegasus is capable of refueling military aircraft more efficiently than its predecessors, but additional capabilities also position it to play a key combat role during hostilities.
Weapon Systems 2024-01-26
C-130J Super Hercules flies high with upgrades that enhance US Air Force agility
The versatility of the Super Hercules enables it to integrate into the US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept.
Weapon Systems 2024-01-24
Versatile F-16 fighter jet is a worldwide alliance builder
There are currently more than 3,100 F-16s operating in 25 countries. The updated Block 70/72 F-16s will be easier to fly and better capable of intercepting drones and ballistic missiles.