Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia - Air Force One
Air Force One is the air traffic control call sign of any U.S. Air Force aircraft carrying the President of the United States. Since 1990...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Capability And Features
The planes that serve as Air Force One differ from the standard Boeing 747 in size, features, and security precautions. While Air Force O...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Capability And Features
The planes that serve as Air Force One differ from the standard Boeing 747 in size, features, and security precautions. While Air Force O...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Air Force: Encyclopedia - Royal Air Force
The Royal Air Force (often abbreviated to RAF) is the air force branch of the British Armed Forces. The RAF is the oldest independent air...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Materiel Command: Encyclopedia - Air Force Materiel Command
Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) was created July 1, 1992 through the reorganization of Air Force Logistics Command and Air Force System...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force: Encyclopedia - Air Force
An air force is a military organization that primarily operates in air-based war. They typically use a combination of fighters, bombers, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia - United States Air Force
The United States Air Force (USAF) is the aviation branch of the United States armed forces. The USAF was formed as a separate branch of ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Canadian Forces Air Command: Encyclopedia - Canadian Forces Air Command
Canadian Forces Air Command (AIRCOM) is the air force branch of the Canadian Armed Forces. AIRCOM is the descendant of the Royal Canadian...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Wright-patterson Air Force Base: Encyclopedia - Wright-patterson Air Force Base
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is a U.S. Air Force base in Greene and Montgomery counties, adjacent to Fairborn and Dayton, Ohio. It is ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Wing Air Force Unit: Encyclopedia - Wing Air Force Unit
Wing is a term used by different air forces for a unit of command. The size of this unit varies considerably between services. In the Can...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Engineering & Maintenance Capability
Since independence the PAF has developed and nurtured an extensive in house engineering, maintenance and repair capability. Indiginizatio...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Engineering & Maintenance Capability
Since independence the PAF has developed and nurtured an extensive in house engineering, maintenance and repair capability. Indiginizatio...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One Film - Plot
The movie revolves around the plan of a group of Russian Nationalists to hijack the presidential aircraft (Air Force One) and use the Pre...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Indian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Indian Air Force - History
Indian Air Force - Formation and early pilots. The Indian Air Force (IAF) was established as the Royal Indian Air Force by the passing ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Aircraft
Pakistan Air Force - Fighter/Attack Jets. Figures in brackets indicate approximate numbers of the aircraft. F-16A/B Block-15 Fighting ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Aircraft
Pakistan Air Force - Fighter/Attack Jets. Figures in brackets indicate approximate numbers of the aircraft. F-16A/B Block-15 Fighting ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Polish Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Polish Air Force - The History Of The Polish Air Force
Polish Air Force - 1918–1922. Wars Timeline Senior officers Rank insignia Awards Oaths Land Forces Navy The history of the Polish air...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Soviet Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Soviet Air Force - History
The VVS was founded as the "Workers' and Peasants' Air Fleet" in 1918. After being placed under control of the Red Army, with the officia...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - History
The Royal Pakistan Air Force (RPAF) was formed in 1947 right after the Partition of the Indian Subcontinent. The RPAF began with 2,332 pe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - History
The Royal Pakistan Air Force (RPAF) was formed in 1947 right after the Partition of the Indian Subcontinent. The RPAF began with 2,332 pe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Turkish Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Turkish Air Force - History
Turkish Air Force - Founding years. The History of the Turkish Air Force starts in 1909, making the Turkish Air Force to one of the old...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Dyess Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Dyess Air Force Base - A Look At Dyess Today
One of the many unique features of Dyess is its extensive collection of static military aircraft on display. Collectively known as the "L...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Paf Since 1971 War
Following the War of 1971, the PAF began to phase out the F-86 Sabre and other older jets, replacing them with more French made Dassault ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Paf Since 1971 War
Following the War of 1971, the PAF began to phase out the F-86 Sabre and other older jets, replacing them with more French made Dassault ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Egyptian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Egyptian Air Force - History
Egyptian Air Force - Establishment. In late 1928, the Parliament of Egypt proposed the creation of an Egyptian Air Force. The Egyptian ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Israeli Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Israeli Air Force - History
Land of Israel Districts · Cities · Transportation Dead Sea · Red Sea · Sea of Galilee Mediterranean · Negev · Judea · Samaria Jer...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Malmstrom Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Malmstrom Air Force Base - History
In 1939, the Great Falls Airport commission appealed to Harry H. Woodring, Secretary of War, to locate an Air Corps squadron at Great Fal...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Captain: Encyclopedia Ii - Captain - Air Force
Due to most air forces being the junior service in most countries, it has adopted ranks from one of the other services. Many, such as the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal Air Force - Raf Personnel
As of 2004, the RAF employed 49,280 active duty personnel and more than 12,000 reservists. This will be reduced to 41,000 (active duty pe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Captain: Encyclopedia Ii - Captain - Air Force
Due to most air forces being the junior service in most countries, it has adopted ranks from one of the other services. Many, such as the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Space Command: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Space Command - Organization
Air Force Space Command - Numbered Air Forces. Air Force Space Command has two numbered air forces. The Fourteenth Air Force provides s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Space Command: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Space Command - Resources
AFSPC operates and supports the Global Positioning System, Defense Satellite Communications Systems Phase II and III, Defense Meteorologi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force - Organization
Most, but not all, armed forces have air forces that are independent - that is, it is neither part of the army nor the navy. This does no...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Australian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal Australian Air Force - Current Strength
Royal Australian Air Force - Aircraft. As of 2005, the following aircraft are operated by the RAAF: 71 F/A-18 Hornet fighters, built i...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Australian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal Australian Air Force - Current Strength
Royal Australian Air Force - Aircraft. As of 2005, the following aircraft are operated by the RAAF: 71 F/A-18 Hornet fighters, built i...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Personnel And Command
The Air Force has about 65,000 active personnel with about 10,000 reserves. The Chief of the Air Staff holds the operational and administ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Personnel And Command
The Air Force has about 65,000 active personnel with about 10,000 reserves. The Chief of the Air Staff holds the operational and administ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Mission Statement
The primary mission statement of the PAF was given by the founder of Pakistan during his address to the passing out cadets of the PAF Aca...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Mission Statement
The primary mission statement of the PAF was given by the founder of Pakistan during his address to the passing out cadets of the PAF Aca...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Security Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Security Forces - Security Forces Training
Air Force Security Forces Training now lasts 65 (academic) days instead of 51, and teaches security forces students about missile securit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Major Conflicts
The PAF recorded the first kill on 10 April 1959 when an Indian Air Force Canberra plane on photo reconnaissance mission over Rawalpindi ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pakistan Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Pakistan Air Force - Major Conflicts
The PAF recorded the first kill on 10 April 1959 when an Indian Air Force Canberra plane on photo reconnaissance mission over Rawalpindi ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Security Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Security Forces - Security Forces Creed
I am a security force member. I hold allegiance to my country, devotion to duty, and personal integrity above all. I wear my shield of au...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Marshal Of The Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Marshal Of The Air Force - List Of Air Force Marshals
Marshal of the Air Force - Egypt. HM King Farouk (1920-1965) 26 July 1952 - HM King Fuad II (b.1952) Marshal of the Air Force - Germ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Pararescue: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Pararescue - History
Air Force Pararescue - Pre-World War II. As early as 1922 there was a recognized need for trained personnel to go to remote sites to re...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force - Organization
Most (but not all) armed forces have air forces that are independent - that is, it is neither part of the army nor the navy. This does no...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Danish Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Danish Air Force - History
The Danish armed forces received 38 Supermarine Spitfire H. F. Mk. IXE [1] and 3 P.R.Mk. XI in 1947 [2] -48, these being operated by a nu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Turkish Armed Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Turkish Armed Forces - Air Force
Branch of Turkish Armed Forces, Turkish Air Force, aside from US Air Force, has the highest number of F-16 aircraft in the world. Turkish...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal Air Force - History
Royal Air Force - Formation and Early History 1918–1939. The RAF was founded on April 1st, 1918 by the amalgamation of the Royal Flyi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peruvian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Peruvian Air Force - History
On May 20, 1929, the aviation divisions of the Peruvian army and navy were merged into the Peruvian Aviation Corps (CAP, Cuerpo de Aviaci...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ernest Harmon Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Ernest Harmon Air Force Base - Recreation
Ernest Harmon was quite isolated during its early years as a United States Army Air Force base. Newfoundland itself was, and still is, co...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bangladesh Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Bangladesh Air Force - History
The Bangladesh Air Force was formed at Dimapur, Assam on 28 September 1971. At that time, the embryo of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) was fo...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Reserve Command: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Reserve Command - Structure
Thirty-six Wings comprise the Air Force Reserve. Each Wing is charged with a core mission that is accomplished through the collaboration ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Belgian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Belgian Air Force - Early Years
The Belgian Air Force was founded in 1909 as a branch of the Belgian Army. It originally carried the name of Compagnie des Ouvries et Aé...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ellsworth Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Ellsworth Air Force Base - History
On 2 January 1942 the U.S. War Department established Rapid City Army Air Base as a training location for B-17 Flying Fortress crews. Fro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Israeli Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Israeli Air Force - Records And Highlights
The Is Air Force is considered the strongest air force in the Middle East, and one of the best and most sophisticated in the world. The I...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Reserve Command: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Reserve Command - Reserve Categories
There are several categories of service in the Air Force Reserve. Most Reservists serve in the Unit Program, in which they are required t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Edwards Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Edwards Air Force Base - Geography
The most interesting feature of the 44.5 km² (17.2 mi²) that make up Edwards AFB is the Rogers and Rosamond dry lake beds. These lake b...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Indian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Indian Air Force - Iaf Aircraft
See List of aircraft of the IAF which includes a list of current, future and historical aircraft of the IAF. The Indian Air Force has a s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Nellis Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Nellis Air Force Base - History
The history of the base began with a survey in October 1940 by Major David M. Schlatter of the Army Air Corps, who examined various sites...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal Malaysian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal Malaysian Air Force - Modernization
With the withdrawal of the British military forces, TUDM underwent gradual modernisation in the 1970s and through the 1990s. The CA27 Sab...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ellsworth Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Ellsworth Air Force Base - Mission
As home to the B-1B, the 28th Bomb Wing provides operational support in areas such as security forces, personnel and administration, civi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Iraqi Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Iraqi Air Force - History
Founded on April 22, 1931, the Iraqi Air Force or "IQAF" was originally composed of five pilots (Aeronautics students who had studied at ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Edwards Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Edwards Air Force Base - History
Edwards Air Force Base - Early history. A water stop on the Southern Pacific Railroad since 1876, the site was largely unsettled until ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Columbus Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Columbus Air Force Base - History
Construction began on Columbus Air Force Base in 1941, and pilot training began in 1942. More than 8,000 students came to Columbus for pi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Security Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Security Forces - Advancement And Specialties
Members in this career field can later move on to other specialties like the Phoenix Raven program, consisting of highly trained Airmen w...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Strategic Air Command: Encyclopedia Ii - Strategic Air Command - The Air Forces
Strategic Air Command - Second Air Force. Activated in: 1949 at Barksdale AFB, LA. Deactivated in: 1975. Reactivated in: 1991 at Beale ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Andrews Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Andrews Air Force Base - Mission
The primary mission at Andrews AFB is to transport the President of the United States. However the base is also tasked to provide worldwi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Brazilian Expeditionary Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Brazilian Expeditionary Force - The Air Force
Formed on 18 December 1943, the 1ºGAVCA had its cadre composed of volunteer FAB (Força Aérea Brasileira) pilots. Its Commanding Office...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - People's Liberation Army Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - People's Liberation Army Air Force - History
The PLAAF was founded in 1949 shortly after the establishment of the People's Republic of China. At the beginning it relied heavily on So...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Security Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Security Forces - Duties And Responsibilities:
This job Performs force protection duties, including use of deadly force. Protects nuclear and conventional weapons systems and other res...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Israeli Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Israeli Air Force - Records And Highlights
The Israeli Air Force is considered the strongest air force in the Middle East, and one of the best and most sophisticated in the world. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Organization
The Department of the Air Force consists of the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF), the Air Staff, and field units. United...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Organization
The Department of the Air Force consists of the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF), the Air Staff, and field units. United...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Organization
The Department of the Air Force consists of the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF), the Air Staff, and field units. United...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force Security Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force Security Forces - The Blue Beret
The Army has it's claim to fame; The Airborne Rangers, the Green Berets. The world knows the Navy Seals; Life of Danger, Men of Steel. Th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Aircraft
The United States Air Force has roughly over 7,500 Aircraft commissioned as of 2004.(1) It currently employs a designation and naming sys...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Aircraft
The United States Air Force has roughly over 7,500 Aircraft commissioned as of 2004.(1) It currently employs a designation and naming sys...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Maxwell Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Maxwell Air Force Base - History
Toward the end of February 1910, the Wright Brothers decided to open one of the world’s earliest flying schools at the site that would ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Organization
The Department of the Air Force consists of the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF), the Air Staff, and field units. United...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cannon Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Cannon Air Force Base - Geography
Cannon AFB is located at 34°23′54″N, 103°19′40″W1. It lies 6 miles from the town of Clovis, New Mexico and about twice that far...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Aircraft
The United States Air Force has roughly over 7,500 Aircraft commissioned as of 2004.(1) It currently employs a designation and naming sys...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lackland Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Lackland Air Force Base - History
Construction on Lackland Air Force Base began in 1941, and it was originally part of Kelly Field. One year later, it became an independen...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum: Encyclopedia Ii - Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum - Aircraft
Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum - At Wigram. Auster Mk 7c (Antarctic) New Zealand used Austers for army co-operation work in th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Elmendorf Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Elmendorf Air Force Base - Cold War
Following World War II, Elmendorf assumed an increasing role in the defense of North America as the uncertain wartime relations between t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kirtland Air Force Base: Encyclopedia Ii - Kirtland Air Force Base - History
In 1939 the U.S. Army leased land east of Albuquerque airport to establish a flight training base. By early 1941 construction had begun. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Egyptian Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Egyptian Air Force - Aircraft
Egyptian Air Force - Fighter Aircraft. Egyptian Air Force - Transport/Utilities/Reconnaissance. Egyptian Air Force - Trainers. Egy...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Finnish Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Finnish Air Force - Organisation
The Air Force is organised into three commands, each of which operates a fighter squadron: Air Force Headquarters and Academy at Tikkako...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hellenic Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Hellenic Air Force - Organization
See main article: Structure of the Hellenic Air Force The Hellenic Air Force is overseen by the Greek Ministry of Defence, whose current ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - William J. Knight: Encyclopedia Ii - William J. Knight - Air Force Career
Knight enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951. While only a Second Lieutenant, he flew an F-89 "Scorpion" at the National Air Sh...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United States Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - United States Air Force - Aircraft
The United States Air Force has roughly over 7,500 Aircraft commissioned as of 2004.(1) It currently employs a designation and naming sys...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hellenic Air Force: Encyclopedia Ii - Hellenic Air Force - Equipment
See: List of Hellenic Air Force aircraft Combat aircraft flown by the Hellenic Air Force include a number of advanced foreign fighters (F...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - History
Prior to World War II, overseas and cross-country presidential travel was rare. Lack of telecommunications and quick transportation made ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - History
Prior to World War II, overseas and cross-country presidential travel was rare. Lack of telecommunications and quick transportation made ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Popular Culture
Air Force One is a prominent symbol of the presidency and its power; after the White House, it is probably the most recognized Presidenti...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Popular Culture
Air Force One is a prominent symbol of the presidency and its power; after the White House, it is probably the most recognized Presidenti...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Analogues In Other Countries
No other mode of transportation for government executives is as well-known as Air Force One; most nations, even industrialized ones, do n...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Analogues In Other Countries
No other mode of transportation for government executives is as well-known as Air Force One; most nations, even industrialized ones, do n...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Sources And Further Reading
Air Force One - Text. "Air Force One" The Boeing Company. [6] "Air Force One" United States Air Force. July 2003. [7] Albertazzie, Ral...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Air Force One: Encyclopedia Ii - Air Force One - Sources And Further Reading
Air Force One - Text. "Air Force One" The Boeing Company. [5] "Air Force One" United States Air Force. July 2003. [6] Albertazzie, Ral...   » Read the article