Among five women selected for the International Women in Aviation Pioneer Hall of Fame are three from the Air Force: retired Maj. Gen. Jeanne Holm, retired Maj. Gen. Betty Mullis, and retired Lt. Col. Betty Jane Williams. Holm started as an enlisted truck driver in World War II, serving 33 years and achieving many firsts, including first female brigadier general. Mullis also completed for 33 years, serving as a pilot in all three components—active, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve. Williams retired after 28 years, beginning her career as a Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP).
BAE Systems has received a contract from Lockheed Martin to install an upgraded Block 4 electronic warfare system into new F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, as well as to retrofit some older jets.
