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When a fisherman suffered critical injuries 680 miles off Mexico's coast, U.S. Air Force pararescuemen jumped from a plane into the open ocean to save his life. The daring rescue showcased how American and Mexican forces work together to protect lives across shared waters.
The U.S. Air Force has approved production of 14 next-generation T-7A Red Hawk trainer aircraft, marking a major step toward replacing jets that have trained pilots for over 60 years. The first all-digitally designed Air Force aircraft will prepare students for advanced fighter and bomber cockpits starting in 2027.
The U.S. Air Force is backing a startup's plan to beam solar power from space to remote military bases, reviving a concept shelved 20 years ago when launch costs were too high. Falling rocket prices and laser improvements are making the once-impossible idea a reality.
A U.S. Air Force pilot turned program manager has shattered 17 Guinness World Records while raising thousands for underprivileged kids. His quirky feats range from fire knife spins to popping 200 balloons with a nail.
U.S. Air Force pilots from Florida's 920th Rescue Wing turned a routine training flight into a dramatic ocean rescue, pulling 11 people from the Atlantic after their small plane went down. Racing against thunderstorms and fuel limits, the crew found every passenger alive.
U.S. Air Force pilots saved 11 people from a crashed plane 80 miles offshore, completing the mission with just five minutes of fuel remaining. The survivors had been drifting in a raft for five hours with no way to call for help.
The U.S. Under-19 Men's National Team rallied from behind to beat Guatemala 3-1, punching their ticket to the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The comeback victory also earned them a spot in the 2027 Pan American Games.
After a massive 10-day search across Morocco's coastline, U.S. and Moroccan forces recovered two missing American soldiers, bringing them home to their families. More than 1,000 personnel worked tirelessly across 8,200 square miles of ocean and coastal terrain.
NASA and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management just launched NASA Force, a new talent pipeline bringing America's best engineers and technologists directly into the space program. If you've ever dreamed of working on moon missions or Mars exploration, your path just got clearer.
The U.S. Under-19 Men's National Team dominated their group at the Concacaf U-20 Championship with a stunning 5-0 victory over Cuba, securing the tournament's top seed. Five different players scored in a performance that showcased the rising talent of American soccer.
When a twin-engine plane went down 80 miles off Florida's coast, an Air Force rescue crew already in the air for training pivoted instantly to save 11 lives. All survivors made it home safely.
All 11 people aboard a small plane survived after it ditched in the Atlantic Ocean, thanks to Air Force rescue teams who hoisted survivors from life rafts with just five minutes of fuel to spare. The dramatic rescue unfolded in choppy seas after the aircraft's emergency beacon alerted the Coast Guard.
Actress Sydney Sweeney shared a heartfelt tribute to her younger brother Trent, a U.S. Air Force staff sergeant currently deployed overseas. The sweet sibling moment sparked a wave of gratitude for service members stationed around the world.
President Trump invited Army Lt. Tyler Feehan's grieving parents aboard Air Force One after attending their son's dignified transfer ceremony in Delaware. The unexpected gesture brought comfort to a family mourning their 25-year-old hero killed while serving in Jordan.
A U.S. Air Force pilot turned program manager has broken 17 Guinness World Records, from fire knife spinning to bursting 200 balloons with a nail. He's using his record-breaking feats to raise money for sports equipment for underfunded youth programs.
US Air Force crews saved all 11 people aboard a plane that crashed into waters off the Florida coast. Everyone survived thanks to the swift response of trained rescue teams.
When gunmen kidnapped 46 students and teachers from three schools in Oyo State, Nigeria's Air Force immediately launched surveillance missions to bring them home safely. Aerial intelligence is now guiding rescue teams on the ground in a coordinated effort across multiple agencies.
A U.S. Air Force major has shattered 17 Guinness World Records, from bursting 200 balloons with a nail to spinning flaming knives on a balance board. His nonprofit turns these quirky feats into sports equipment donations for underfunded youth programs worldwide.
In a daring joint operation, the U.S. military and CIA successfully rescued a missing crew member whose fighter jet was shot down over Iran. The high-stakes mission ended safely, bringing the airman home.
After eight crashes in one season and giving birth while chasing her Olympic dream, Air Force bobsledder Jasmine Jones is racing in Milan Cortina. The single mom joined the military to get the training she needed to finally make Team USA.
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