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The US Air Force's Tanker Fleet Is Facing Big Changes In 2027

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:15:00 +0000

The USAF needs to build up its tanker fleet significantly, but production issues mean that the fleet will have a different look than expected in 2027.

3 Dangerous Situations Every Apache Helicopter Pilot Trains For

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:08:51 +0000

Pilots in the U.S. military go through some of the most strenuous flight training on the planet, but Apache pilots have other special training routines as well.

US Navy Blue Angels Break Tradition - They Won't Fly Over Chicago This Summer

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Planning to watch the Blue Angels in Chicago this summer? Discover the latest schedule update that has left local aviation fans disappointed.

What Does 'Call The Ball' Mean For Navy Pilots Landing On Aircraft Carriers?

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Military jargon can get quite quirky. U.S. Navy pilots, for example, have to "call the ball" when landing on aircraft carriers. Here's what that means.

This Navy Fighter Jet Had The Weirdest Ejection System Ever

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0000

The ejector seat has been the standard escape method for military jets, but early aircraft design sometimes meant these technologies couldn't be used.

KC-46 Pegasus: The Troubled History Of The Air Force's Largest Tanker

staff@slashgear.com (Michael G. Stroud) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Built to revolutionize aerial refueling, this next-generation tanker promised big gains - but its path to service has been anything but smooth.

F-4E Fighter Jets May Be Faster, But The F-16 Is Still Superior In Other Ways

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

There are clear strengths and weaknesses to the F-4E and F-16 fighter jets, but while top speed is a strength the F-4E boasts, the F-16 has its merits too.

Canada's Next-Gen Spy Planes Won't Be Coming From The USA

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Canada is no stranger to purchasing U.S.-made aircraft, but the nation's next-gen spy planes will be coming from much further afield than usual.

6 Of The Coolest Jet Maneuvers You'll Ever See

staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid) — Sun, 31 May 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Fighter jets are capable of extreme maneuvers, and our best pilots can make planes do the impossible. Here are some the most breathtaking aerobatics you'll see.

British Man Built A Replica WW2 Bomber Cockpit By Hand – Now It's Headed To A Museum

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 31 May 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Léon Ellison spent 20 years building a picture-perfect replica of a WWII-era bomber in his back yard. Now, after his passing, it's being put on museum display.

A Simple Container Full Of 100 Deadly Drones Could Be The Future Of Warfare

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 31 May 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Drone warfare is changing the warfare landscape. This container can contain up to 100 drones that can be deployed in minutes. Here's what we know.

Why The A-10 Warthog Still Hasn't Been Replaced Yet

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Despite decades of retirement plans, the A-10 keeps surviving. A closer look reveals surprising challenges standing in the way of its successor.

Fighter Pilot Ordered To Pay Nearly $60K After Selfie Caused An F-15K Crash

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 26 May 2026 10:45:00 +0000

Flying a fighter plane is no small task, and taking selfies while flying may cause accidents. That's what happened to these F-15K pilots from Korea.

What Is The US Military's Longest Range Air-To-Air Missile And How Far Can It Go?

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 24 May 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Air-to-air missiles have improved by leaps and bounds since they first emerged, with the U.S.' current leader boasting a range of hundreds of miles.

The US Air Force Just Paused Its Entire T-38 Fleet - Here's Why

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 24 May 2026 03:45:00 +0000

The Air Force's T-38 jet has had a fleet-wide operational pause. It's the only jet that branch of the military uses to train pilots. Here's what happened.

New US Defense System Uses Sound To Target Drones In Full 360 Degrees

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sat, 23 May 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Picket Defense Systems introduced a new solution to combat coordinated drone swarm attacks, and it's equipped with an innovative targeting architecture.

Only 2 Of These US Fighter Jets Were Ever Built

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Fri, 22 May 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Specialized aircraft is nothing new when it comes to military aviation, but this particular variant of an otherwise common plane only produced two aircraft.

Japan Hopes This Hypersonic Engine Can Make 2 Hour Flights To The US A Reality

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Aviation hasn't seen passenger speeds like this since the Concorde. Discover the extreme aerospace technology that could revolutionize global travel.

18 'Swiss Army Knife' Turboprop Aircraft Join The US Air Force Fleet

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Fri, 22 May 2026 10:45:00 +0000

You wouldn't expect the latest aircraft added to the U.S. Air Force's fleet to be propeller planes, but that's exactly what the Skyraider II is.

The Reason Air Force One Needs Nearly Twice The Wiring Of A Regular 747

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:15:00 +0000

A regular 747 can't compare to Air Force One's enormous wiring system. And it's all down to its unique mission and the extreme scenarios it could face.