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‘Cool Birds’: Afghan general describes awe of first F-35 encounter
An Afghan National Army general recalls an F-35 airstrike in Afghanistan that left a lasting impression on Afghan troops.
By Hope Hodge Seck
A fix is coming for a problem that left two F-35 pilots in ‘excruciating’ pain
Oxygen deprivation isn't the only issue known to cause physiological episodes among F-35 pilots.
By Valerie Insinna
When the F-35 blows a tire, it can set off a chain reaction of potential failures
The problem has been fixed in the carrier variant, but why aren't the "A" and "B" models getting the same correction?
By Valerie Insinna
The Marine Corps’ ‘No. 1 priority’ for the F-35 involves a rough landing in hot environments
When it's a hot one, the F-35B might struggle to land safely. And that could be bad news for industry.
By Aaron Mehta
The F-35 has to keep landing in cold weather. Here’s the plan to fix it.
The F-35 battery is getting too cold to operate in Alaska — or it at least thinks it is.
By Aaron Mehta
Inventory management failures are grounding F-35 jets
The F-35 relies on a key piece of software for maintenance, but that system isn't working the way it should.
By Aaron Mehta
Opinion: Smoking age hike good for the military
Smoking-related illnesses cost the Pentagon some $1.6 billion per year in direct outlays.
By James Tyson Currie
Plans to combat veterans suicide, boost VA benefits move ahead
House lawmakers passed a series of nine veterans-themed bills in advance of Memorial Day,
Bound for the brig? New detention facility fashion revealed!
The move cuts costs and boosts security inside brigs, officials say.
By Mark D. Faram
Marine pilots lack airspace, ordnance to realistically train for a near-peer Pacific fight, watchdog says
Outdated ranges and old technology are no match for up-to-date aircraft with complex missions.
By Todd South