Gen. David Allvin Archives

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 419th Flight Test Squadron is undergoes pre-flight procedures at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Aug. 8, 2020. The aircraft conducted a captive-carry flight test of the AGM-183A Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon Instrumented Measurement Vehicle 2 at the Point Mugu Sea Range off the Southern California coast. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

Allvin hints at new funding for Air Force’s ARRW hypersonic missile in fiscal 2026

Gen. David Allvin said the Air Force has two hypersonic missile programs that are "getting into the procurement range in the very near future."

2 days ago By Mikayla Easley

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin speaks to Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during Bamboo Eagle 24-3, an Air Combat Command directed exercise, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 5, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

Allvin: AI adoption within the Air Force currently a ‘mixed bag’

“We are understanding the value of it, but assimilating it into our institution is one I think we still have some work to do on," Gen. David…

5 days ago By Mikayla Easley

Anduril’s CCA prototype known as the YQF-44A Fury. (Credit: Anduril)

Air Force kicks off ground testing for CCA drones while preparing for first flight

The Air Force also announced that the CCA drones will be based at Beale Air Force Base in California.

May 1, 2025 By Mikayla Easley

A rendering of a next-gen fighter. (Boeing photo)

Boeing wins contract for Air Force’s NGAD stealth fighter jet — now known as the F-47

Boeing beat out Lockheed Martin for the sixth-generation fighter jet program — which has been designated the F-47.

Mar 21, 2025 By Mikayla Easley

Air Force designates CCA drones as first unmanned fighter aircraft

“Maybe [it’s] just symbolic, but it’s telling the world that we are leaning into a new chapter of aerial warfare," Gen. David Allvin said.

Mar 4, 2025 By Mikayla Easley

Air Force stands up ‘provisional’ Integrated Capabilities Command

The Air Force has also announced the creation of a new role known as the capability development executive officer as part of its major reorganization effort.

Sep 16, 2024 By Mikayla Easley

U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles and an F-22 Raptor assigned to the 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron participate in exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3 with 32nd Air Refueling Squadron air crews over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 9, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Monica Roybal)

Air Force eyeing AI, data analytics to help improve readiness levels

Officials are looking at how AI and ML can boost readiness by improving command and control and the way the service evaluates spare parts.

Aug 21, 2024 By Mikayla Easley

Lockheed Martin rendering of a Next-Generation Air Dominance platform

Air Force likely weighing several factors as it contemplates future of NGAD

Analysts told DefenseScoop that a number of variables are likely shaping the Air Force's decision on the fate of its sixth-generation fighter jet, including new technologies, budget…

Jun 21, 2024 By Mikayla Easley

Cyber warfare operators assigned to the 275th Cyber Operations Squadron of the 175th Cyberspace Operations Group of the Maryland Air National Guard configure a threat intelligence feed for daily watch in the Hunter’s Den at Warfield Air National Guard Base, Middle River, Md., Dec. 2, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by J.M. Eddins Jr.)

‘Measure twice, cut once’ — Gen. Allvin takes cautious approach to changing Air Forces Cyber

The Air Force may separate some ISR entities from its cyber command as part of sweeping organizational changes to the entire force.

Jun 14, 2024 By Mark Pomerleau

Air Force chief of staff hedges on commitment to next-gen stealth fighter

“We’re going to have to make those choices, make those decisions and across the landscape,” Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin said on the future…

Jun 13, 2024 By Mikayla Easley