Airpower
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US Air Force Airmen conducted a forward arming and refueling point operation with an F-22 Raptor and an MC-130J during exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The operation reduced ground time and quickly returned the aircraft to the mission. This exercise showcased the Air Force's ability to rapidly refuel and rearmed aircraft in a forward deployment scenario.
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The 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base is conducting a readiness exercise with two rotational fifth-generation fighter squadrons, including F-22s. The base is awaiting the arrival of its delayed F-15EX fighters. The exercise aims to enhance the wing's combat readiness.
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F-22 Raptors from the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley AFB are returning home from a deployment to Israel, with a stopover at RAF Fairford. A total of 12 jets are part of the package heading home. The deployment was part of Operation Epic Fury, which began in February.
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Ukraine's long-range strike campaign is adapting classic airpower theory to its current constraints, achieving success in its strategic attack efforts. This approach is allowing Ukraine to effectively utilize its airpower capabilities despite limitations. The campaign's effectiveness is a notable example of adapting military strategy to overcome present-day challenges.
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F-22s are being withdrawn from the CENTCOM region amidst growing prospects of renewed fighting. The aircraft have arrived in England after a deployment to Israel related to Iran war preparations.
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F-22 Raptors have arrived in England after a deployment to Israel amid rising tensions with Iran. The deployment is part of a larger shift in airpower out of the CENTCOM region.