Jan. 9, 2026 AETC holds T-7A Red Hawk official arrival ceremony, marking new era in pilot training Air Education and Training Command hosted an arrival ceremony Jan. 9, 2026, for the T-7A Red Hawk, the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation trainer aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the service’s effort to modernize pilot training.
June 4, 2025 Boosting readiness: AETC’s plan to train 1,500 pilots annually To maintain air superiority, project global power, and ensure national security, the U.S. Air Force requires a consistent supply of trained aviators—specifically, 1,500 pilots per year.