A USAF C-130 is hit 12 times by small-arms fire during takeoff but returns safely to Italy after delivering flour to Sarajevo, Bosnia, as part of Operation Provide Promise.
For years, sustainment challenges and spare parts shortages have hindered the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter’s readiness. But the Air Force’s experience flying F-35s heavily in operations against Iran have showed what the jet can be capable of, if maintainers get all the supplies and support they need.
