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How Many American Combat Aviation ‘Aces’ Are There?

1,447 American combat aviators are officially recognized as aces (5 or more kills). The number of *living* American aces is much smaller.

Although the US eventually won the Cold War, it suffered humiliating defeats in the process. Among them was China’s shootdown of 5 USAF U-2s.

After more than two decades, the Air Force is overhauling its air wing organizational structure.

Some difficult discussion about the state of Ukraine’s airpower – and lessons to draw from the conflict.

Each aircrafts ability to evolve has kept them relevant for decades.

Each aircrafts ability to evolve has kept them relevant for decades.

A new next-gen tanker is hoped to enter service in the mid-2030s.

In service since 1976, the F-15 Eagle continues to play an important role in the US Air Force.

In service since 1976, the F-15 Eagle continues to play an important role in the US Air Force.

In service since 1976, the F-15 Eagle continues to play an important role in the US Air Force.