1 May 2019

T-6 Texan II crashes at Sheppard AFB

UPDATE: A T-6 Texan II from Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, crashed just before 2 p.m. May 1, southwest of Hastings, Oklahoma. Both crew members ejected safely and have returned to base. The aircraft was performing a pilot instructor training mission at the time of the accident.

13 Sep 2018

AF announces corrective measures for oxygen breathing system in training aircraft

The Air Force will begin implementing a series of corrective measures, including redesigning the oxygen system and adjusting oxygen control levels in flight, to address persistent problems in training aircraft. In addition, Air Education and Training Command will increase maintenance on the oxygen distribution system known as OBOGS to curb problems identified in T-6 trainer aircraft.

12 Jul 2018

The 41st FTS takes students and molds pilots

“Unwavering professionals forging American combat airpower,” is the single mission of the 41st Flying Training Squadron at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.

19 Apr 2018

XLer of the week: Capt. Stephen MacDonald

Capt. Stephen MacDonald, 85th Flying Training Squadron assistant director of operations, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of Apr. 9, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.