US, USSR Sign Treaty That Leads to Deactivation of Air Force Tactical Missile Wings in Europe

Dec. 8, 1987

The US and the Soviet Union sign the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, agreeing to remove all intermediate-range (620 miles to 3,415 miles) missiles from Europe. The agreement results in the deactivation of six USAF tactical missile wings equipped with Ground-Launched Cruise Missiles (GLCM).

Anduril Bolstering Space Portfolio by Buying Sensing Firm

March 11, 2026

In a move to expand its space portfolio, Anduril announced March 11 it has signed a definitive agreement to buy ExoAnalytic Solutions, a longtime provider of commercial and government space domain awareness and modeling and simulations capabilities.

‘Battle Lab’ to Produce SOPs for Air Base Counter-Drone Defense

March 10, 2026

A new Air Force organization is searching for counter-drone firms to participate in a dozen or more exercises to help create operating plans by the end of this year for defending the service’s U.S.-based installations from drone attacks.

New X-Plane Promises Jet-Like Speed Without the Need for Runways

March 10, 2026

Bell Textron is now building a new vertical takeoff and landing X-plane, the X-76, that can achieve jet-like speeds, aimed at special operations missions and cutting ties to traditional runway-based aircraft.

Space RCO Adopts New Approach to Fielding Cloud-Based, Consolidated C2 System

March 10, 2026

The Space Force has adopted a more incremental approach to migrating new and legacy orbital warfare systems onto a consolidated, cloud-based command-and-control platform, according to the head of the Space Rapid Capabilities Office.

New Air Force Safety Tool Forecasts Mishap Risk

March 10, 2026

When you check the weather, the forecast projects the chance of rain based on barometric pressure, wind, humidity, and other factors. Now the Air Force Safety Center is offering a way to forecast accident risks, a dashboard intended to help mitigate against factors that historically indicate higher risks for mishaps.

Wilsbach’s Message to the Force on Iran: ‘We Need You Ready’

March 9, 2026

In a rare letter to the entire force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach is telling Airmen to stay ready to support Operation Epic Fury, the massive U.S. operation against Iran.

CCA’s AI Pilots Step into the Spotlight

March 9, 2026

Just one year ago, Collaborative Combat Aircraft took center stage as then-Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin designated the two competing jets prototypes as the first unmanned fighters in Air Force history: General Atomics’ YFQ-42A and Anduril Industries’ YFQ-44A. Twelve months later, it’s the autonomy software that’s flying those aircraft garnering the attention. Autonomy software, more than hardware, may prove the most valuable and enduring element of the CCA program.

B-1s and B-52s Pour into Europe for ‘More Bomber Pulses’ over Iran

March 9, 2026

As many as 11 U.S. Air Force bombers—plus additional support aircraft—have arrived at bases in Europe as Pentagon leaders promise to ramp up bombing runs over Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury.

Air Superiority Is More Than Denial

March 9, 2026

Operations Midnight Hammer and Absolute Resolve demonstrated the remarkable flexibility and overwhelming force possible when nations command control of the skies. It’s an object lesson to all who, having watched the carnage over more than four years of Russia’s war on Ukraine, some of whom have come to the erroneous belief that air superiority is no longer necessary…

US, USSR Sign Treaty That Leads to Deactivation of Air Force Tactical Missile Wings in Europe

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