A-10, Other Legacy Aircraft Provided New Lifeline
Latest defense bill provisions would extend inventory requirements and restrict divestments across multiple fleets.
Latest defense bill provisions would extend inventory requirements and restrict divestments across multiple fleets.
104th Fighter Wing reportedly closed its strip at Barnes Air National Guard Base after the incident.
Combat-proven fighter joins museum collection following storied service in operations Desert Storm and Allied Force.
The maneuvers include more than 80 air platforms, including F-35s, F/A-18s, Harriers, F-15s, helicopters, and uncrewed aerial vehicles.
A Republic of Singapore Air Force A330 conducted the air-to-air refueling as part of bilateral training.
The country is set to become the second in Europe to take delivery of the advanced fighters.
Six fighter squadrons have deployed to the Middle East since October 7 as part of U.S. deterrence efforts in the region.
Sunday’s drill was the first joint aerial exercise of its kind and occurred as a response to nuclear threats by North Korea.
As fighting continues, U.S. Air Force F-35, F-15, F-16, and A-10 fighters will be sent to the region.
Following the incident, efforts were made to minimize potential environmental impact, Air National Guard officials said.