After a lengthy restoration started with a feasibility study in 2020, the F-35 AF-5269 was sent to Lockheed Martin for final certifications before returning operational with the 4th Fighter Squadron ...

Saab is developing a containerized battle-damage repair system for its Gripen combat aircraft that will use additive manufacturing to get aircraft back in the air. The concept, revealed by the company ...

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — Robins Air Force Base recently conducted a groundbreaking training exercise to simulate how airmen would respond if an aircraft were hit during combat. In late August, crews used ...

The proof-of-concept, which involved a jet damaged after a belly landing, validated the feasibility of the F-35’s wing removal and reinstallation. The Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF), the F-35 ...

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah (ABC4) — The F-35A Lightning II, also known as “Frankenjet” due to its construction from two separate, damaged aircraft, has returned home to Utah’s Hill Air Force Base.

The C-130J Super Hercules, many of which are still flying today, weighs in at a colossal $75.5 million (FY 2017) apiece. So when one becomes damaged, it's vital to consider the practicality of repairs ...