The new boss of Air Mobility Command, Gen. Arthur Lichte, took the reins of command on Sept. 7, vowing to “keep raising the bar; we’ll keep going farther and farther in this command.” He does intend to continue with the Air Force’s No. 1 priority, securing a new aerial refueling aircraft to replace the KC-135. Lichte, who was confirmed by the Senate just prior to its summer recess, replaces Gen. Duncan McNabb, who becomes the Air Force vice chief of staff.
Flying the New T-7: One Squadron Gets Ready
Feb. 9, 2026
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.orgJOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas—The first T-7A trainer jet touched down here nearly two...

