June 12, 1994

June 12, 1994

The Boeing 777 makes its first flight. It is the first jetliner to be 100 percent digitally designed using three-dimensional computer graphics. It enters service in June 1995 with United Airlines.

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Air Force Accident Investigation Board released detailed report on Missile Defense Agency's civilian employee's death on Aug. 22, 2023, linked to decompression sickness.

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As commander of Air Forces Central, Lt. Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich has been at the heart of almost all U.S. military action in the Middle East, from overseeing airstrikes against Iranian proxy groups to protecting troops as America’s air defense commander for the region. Just before handing over his command to…

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For First Time Since 2022, Austin Talks to China’s Defense Minister

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