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fromFortune
7 minutes ago
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The U.S. military set up an improvised airfield deep inside Iran to rescue the F-15 airman. Marines just practiced building one in the desert | Fortune

fromFortune
3 hours ago
Washington DC

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

fromAxios
3 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Exclusive: Trump says U.S. feared Iran trap during F-15 crew rescue

fromFortune
13 hours ago
World news

U.S. airman from F-15 shot down by Iran has been rescued after frantic search in mountainous region | Fortune

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fromFortune
7 minutes ago

The U.S. military set up an improvised airfield deep inside Iran to rescue the F-15 airman. Marines just practiced building one in the desert | Fortune

The U.S. military executed a complex rescue mission for a downed F-15 officer in Iran, involving improvised airfields and significant operational challenges.
Washington DC
fromFortune
3 hours ago

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

The U.S. successfully rescued two aviators shot down over Iran, marking a significant military operation in enemy territory.
fromAxios
3 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Exclusive: Trump says U.S. feared Iran trap during F-15 crew rescue

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

WE GOT HIM!' Trump Celebrates Miraculous' Rescue of Second F-15 Crew Member Who Was Shot Down in Iran

U.S. special forces successfully rescued a crew member from an F-15 fighter jet shot down in Iran, marking a historic military operation.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Search for missing U.S. F-15 crew member underway in Iran

U.S. forces are conducting a risky search-and-rescue mission for a missing F-15 crew member in Iran after two military aircraft were shot down.
World news
fromFortune
13 hours ago

U.S. airman from F-15 shot down by Iran has been rescued after frantic search in mountainous region | Fortune

A U.S. service member missing after Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued following a search operation.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Here's how US combat search-and-rescue crews save downed fighter pilots in the middle of a war

Air Force combat search-and-rescue, also known as CSAR, is the military's force dedicated to rescuing downed aircrew. Combat search-and-rescue missions are dangerous under the best of conditions, ideally on dark nights with no moonlight.
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#iran
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
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Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Despite propaganda coup of F-15 crew rescue, downing is reminder to US that Iran can fight back

The downing of an F-15 fighter highlights Iran's ability to challenge US air superiority and raises concerns over military operations in the region.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Iranian forces launch search for crew of downed US fighter jet

Iranian forces are searching for the crew of a downed US fighter jet, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

I'm Very Worried': Former Combat Fighter Pilot Breaks Down What Happens When a Pilot Ejects Like Over Iran

Concerns grow for U.S. pilots ejected over Iran after an F-15E fighter jet was downed, with Iran offering rewards for their capture.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
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Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Despite propaganda coup of F-15 crew rescue, downing is reminder to US that Iran can fight back

The downing of an F-15 fighter highlights Iran's ability to challenge US air superiority and raises concerns over military operations in the region.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Iranian forces launch search for crew of downed US fighter jet

Iranian forces are searching for the crew of a downed US fighter jet, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
Science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The Navy brought a retired laser weapon back for a new drone fight

The U.S. Navy has revived a high-energy laser weapon for military exercises, enhancing capabilities against asymmetric threats.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
#air-superiority
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Boeing Gains 5%, Lockheed Martin Up 2%: Defense Stocks Are Having a Moment as Pentagon Spending Accelerates

Boeing and Lockheed Martin shares rose significantly due to a major Pentagon contract to triple production capacity for PAC-3 missile seekers.
#drones
fromFortune
1 week ago
European startups

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago
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America's Drone Future

State and local governments will face significant challenges managing the increasing number of drones in U.S. airspace.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
European startups
fromFortune
1 week ago

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

Drones are revolutionizing warfare, prompting the Army to create an online marketplace for rapid procurement of unmanned aircraft systems.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Cheap drones allowing war with volume

Drones have transformed warfare, allowing less equipped nations to effectively combat larger forces through high-volume, low-cost technology.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag

The marine told investigators he found the round in the field about a year ago and kept it, thinking it wasn't live. Due to extensive rust and corrosion, the round's original identifying paint markings were no longer visible, making it difficult to determine whether it was an inert training munition or a live explosive device.
Los Angeles
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

The Man Who Put AI at the Centre of America's War Machine | The Walrus

"War is terrible, war is terrible, war is terrible," he intones, holding my gaze and giving voice to a universal chorus.
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#f-15e
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fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

RAF gunners earn title of drone aces' for first time in history

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, supported by donations to ensure accessibility and comprehensive reporting.
#drone-warfare
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
Germany news
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
#us-iran-conflict
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
World news

Iranian TV urges public to search for missing American pilot after F-15 shot down as US launch frantic search and rescue mission

The US launched a rescue operation after a fighter jet was downed over Iran, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago
World news

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Miraculous': US rescues second pilot downed in Iran, Trump confirms

The US successfully rescued a second F-15 pilot while Iran claims to have shot down another US aircraft involved in the operation.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Iranian TV urges public to search for missing American pilot after F-15 shot down as US launch frantic search and rescue mission

The US launched a rescue operation after a fighter jet was downed over Iran, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
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fromArs Technica
6 days ago

After 16 years and $8 billion, the military's new GPS software still doesn't work

Extensive testing revealed unresolved system issues in GPS satellite programs, risking future launches and capabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Giulio Douhet proposed a revolution in warfare, stating that victory would come from large-scale aerial bombardments targeting civilians and infrastructure rather than just combatants.
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Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

The Defense Department reportedly plans to train AI models on classified military data

The Pentagon plans to train AI models on classified information in secure facilities for exclusive military use to enhance warfighting capabilities.
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

How Army paratroopers heading to Iran are trained to jump from airplanes

The Pentagon is deploying 2,000 Army paratroopers to the Middle East amid diplomatic efforts to end the war with Iran.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

25 Weapons That Changed Warfare Over the Last Century

Technological breakthroughs over the last century transformed warfare by introducing tanks, missiles, stealth aircraft, and precision-guided weapons that forced armies to continuously adapt tactics and reshape military doctrine globally.
Science
fromWIRED
5 years ago

The Air Force's Venerable F-15 Gets a Makeover

Boeing's upgraded F-15 fighter jet completed its first flight test, demonstrating advanced capabilities including vertical takeoff, with initial delivery to Qatar's air force before US Air Force adoption as the F-15EX.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

An Air-Campaign Primer

Air campaigns offer unique advantages in concentration, speed, and flexibility, but differ fundamentally from ground operations in their goals, strengths, and inherent limitations.
Information security
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

The Drone War's Real Problem Isn't Technology - It's Speed

Defense acquisition reforms implement recommended changes but fail to address the fundamental cycle-time gap between rapidly evolving adversary capabilities and the military's ability to deploy countermeasures.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Space Command chief throws cold water on the question of UAPs in space

Gen. Stephen Whiting states Space Command has found no extraterrestrial objects in space, only man-made and natural objects, though he remains open to investigating UAP data if directed.
#f-15
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Even Top US Jets Face Risks: F-15 Incident Highlights Complex Airspace Over Iran

The F-15, despite its success, faces risks in contested airspace, highlighted by recent incidents and historical losses to ground defenses.
World news
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

U.S. F-15 Shot Down Over Iran, Search for Crew Underway

An American F-15 fighter jet was shot down over southern Iran, prompting a U.S. search-and-rescue operation for the crew.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Even Top US Jets Face Risks: F-15 Incident Highlights Complex Airspace Over Iran

The F-15, despite its success, faces risks in contested airspace, highlighted by recent incidents and historical losses to ground defenses.
World news
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

U.S. F-15 Shot Down Over Iran, Search for Crew Underway

An American F-15 fighter jet was shot down over southern Iran, prompting a U.S. search-and-rescue operation for the crew.
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The Army's new drone competition is really a talent hunt. It's scouting out what makes a top drone pilot.

The Army uses competitions to identify and select specialized drone operators with specific aptitudes instead of broadly training all soldiers to pilot unmanned aircraft.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Bolton believes Trump is 'probably in panic mode' US hunt for the missing pilot - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It sounds to me like he's probably back in a panic mode. Wishing he could find a way to declare victory and get out of this war, regardless of whether or not he opens the Strait of Hormuz before he does it.
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fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Mystery drone triggers terror alert at major US Air Force base

An unauthorized drone triggered a terror alert at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, home to nuclear-capable B-52 bombers, prompting a shelter-in-place order and heightened security protocols.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The US is burning through expensive missiles. DARPA is looking for cheaper ones that can be built in days, not months.

"To accelerate current weapons development timelines, DARPA is considering an alternative development paradigm to increase the nation's magazine depth and breadth."
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: Search on for missing crew member of downed US jet

The UNSC will vote on a resolution to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian threats and international opposition.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Military Aircraft That Only Succeeded Because of Their Skilled Crews

Some aircraft succeeded even though they made life harder for the people flying them. They demanded constant attention, punished mistakes, and left little margin for error. Instead of relying on forgiving design, these platforms forced crews to compensate through skill, planning, and coordination. Over time, combat proved that the human element was the decisive factor behind their success. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at these aircraft that embodied the human factor.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

The survival training that kicks in after a US pilot is shot down

Pilot survival training through ejection preparation is critical because improper body positioning during emergency ejection can cause severe injury or death, as demonstrated by a recent friendly-fire incident involving three F-15E Strike Eagles.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

The US is sending a new drone-killer to the Middle East. It's logged over 1,000 Shahed intercepts over Ukraine.

The US Army is deploying the Merops counter-drone system to the Middle East, which has successfully intercepted over 1,000 Shahed drones in Ukraine and offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive air defense missiles.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Aircraft That Forced Changes in U.S. Military Strategy

Certain aircraft forced doctrinal, organizational, and operational changes by introducing capabilities existing U.S. military doctrine could not absorb.
Science
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Precision Weapons That Shifted Combat From Firepower to Patience

Precision weapons shifted military emphasis from massed firepower to patience, timing, and disciplined decision-making, making individual strikes decisive.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Combat Aircraft That Were Designed for Wars That Never Happened

Many combat aircraft were designed for strategic, large-scale conflicts but proved poorly suited to regional, counterinsurgency, or modern airspace threats.
US news
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Air Force spy jet circling over states home to America's missile silos

A US Air Force RC-135W Rivet Joint spy plane flew over America's nuclear missile fields in the Dakotas, coinciding with stalled Iran nuclear negotiations and Trump's stated dissatisfaction with talks.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Cheap drones are reshaping modern warfare and catching the U.S. off guard

Iran's relatively inexpensive drones are depleting U.S. interceptor missile supplies faster than anticipated, raising concerns about sustained defense capability in the Middle East.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

U.S. Military Reportedly Shoots Down DHS Drone in Texas: Our Heads Are Exploding'

The U.S. military shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone using a laser-based anti-drone system near Fort Hancock, Texas, prompting airspace closure and raising concerns about coordination between federal agencies.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

RAF Typhoon jets in action over Bahrain

Two jets out of the four sent to Qatar have been allocated specifically to help Bahrain intercept incoming drones, as the US-Israel war with Iran has entered its second week. It comes as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper landed in Saudi Arabia on Thursday amid continued concern about Iranian threats to the Strait of Hormuz - a key artery for commercial shipping.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

US bomber lands in UK after warning of surge in strikes on Iran

A US B-1 Lancer bomber landed at RAF Fairford after the UK approved defensive US strikes against Iranian missile sites from British bases, with operations expected within days.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

West Coast Marines want to train 500 new drone pilots a year in a crash course on everything from flying to explosions

Marines run a 15-day drone pilot course training aerial navigation, attack drone operation, and safe explosive payload preparation, aiming to certify 500 operators annually.
World news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Aircraft That Redefined How the U.S. Projects Military Power

Aircraft enabled the United States to extend global reach, reduce reliance on foreign bases, accelerate responses, and signal deterrence without committing to full-scale war.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US announces multi-day aerial military drills in the Middle East amid Iran tensions

Air Forces Central, the air component of the US Central Command (CENTCOM), said on Tuesday that it would hold a multi-day readiness exercise to demonstrate the ability to deploy, disperse, and sustain combat airpower across the US Central Command area of responsibility. The exercise was designed to enhance asset and personnel dispersal capability, strengthen regional partnerships and prepare for flexible response execution, Air Forces Central added in a statement.
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