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Chirag Veer Singh Sarao becomes first Sikh American to join US Air Force Academy

Chirag Veer Singh Sarao has become the first keshdhari Sikh American at the US Air Force Academy. He received religious accommodation to serve while maintaining his articles of faith. Sarao joined the academy on In-Processing Day and is currently undergoing boot camp. He previously earned full scholarships from ROTC programs…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

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 · Jul 9

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 · Jul 9

Air Force One That Flew Six Presidents Retires as Trump Awaits Qatar-Donated Jet

Air Force One, the iconic VC-25A, retires after 35 years of service. The new Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar, is set to join the presidential fleet, marking a new era in presidential aviation.

International Business Times UK · Jun 19

Trump takes final ride on old Air Force One plane, jet gifted by Qatar to join fleet

President Donald Trump has taken his last flight aboard the iconic Boeing 747-200B Air Force One. This aircraft served US presidents for 35 years. A new, specially modified Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar will now take over presidential duties. This new jet features a red, white, and blue design. It…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

'Last ride': US says goodbye to Air Force One as Qatari jet awaits

WASHINGTON - Is it goodbye Air Force One, hello Qatar Force One?

Bangkok Post · Jun 19

B-52 Stratofortress crashes during routine test mission at Edwards Air Force Base, kills eight military and civilian personnel

“The crash was not survivable."

We Got This Covered · Jun 17

Iran World Cup clash sees protest against killing of schoolchildren by US strike

IRANIAN football fans have staged a protest against US strikes on the country which have killed hundreds of civilians.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 16

How Old Is the B-52 Bomber? Deadly California Crash Renews Debate Over America's Ageing Military Fleet

A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California has killed eight people. The incident occurred during a test mission, prompting an investigation into the cause of the crash.

International Business Times UK · Jun 16

What's the Price of a Boeing B-52? Taxpayer Asset Lost Forever After Catastrophic California Airfield Crash

A B-52H Stratofortress crashed at Edwards Air Force Base, impacting the US Air Force's modernisation plans. The incident highlights the challenges of maintaining an ageing bomber fleet.

International Business Times UK · Jun 15