DefenceTalkThe United States’ existing long-range bomber fleet of B-52s, B-1s, and B-2s are at a critical point in their operational life span. With the average age of each airframe being 50, 28, and 20 years old, respectively, military analysts are beginning to question just how long these aircraft can physically last and continue to be […]https://www.defencetalk.com/u-s-air-force-bomber-sustainment-and-modernization-47650/

DefenceTalkAir Force officials will begin to stand down active-duty combat units starting April 9 to ensure the remaining units supporting worldwide operations can maintain sufficient readiness through the remainder of the fiscal year. The stand down is the result of cuts to Air Combat Command’s operations and maintenance account, which must be implemented in part […]https://www.defencetalk.com/air-combat-command-stands-down-units-due-to-budget-cuts-47421/

DefenceTalkMembers of the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron are gearing up for the largest B-1 Lancer modification in program history, as part of the Integrated Battle Station and Sustainment-Block 16 upgrade. Because of the magnitude of this upgrade, additional work is being done to make sure members of the 337th TES are ready to test […]https://www.defencetalk.com/airmen-gear-up-for-largest-b-1-modification-46643/