The KC-97: Boeing’s Big Tanker Set the Standard
The KC-97 Stratofreighter Was the Proving Ground for the KC-135 Stratotanker It is 1951. The first generation of America’s Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps tactical jet aircraft have begun…
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B-58 Hustlers Were Sonic Booming and Record Setting Machines
Convair’s B-58 Hustler was a record-setting machine back when it was introduced in 1960. The builders of the jet produced a Progress Report film during 1961 highlighting the fact that…
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When The Air Force Declared Nuclear War On Nevada
The training film “Target Nevada” was produced by the United States Air Force (USAF) Air Photographic and Charting Service along with the Lookout Mountain Laboratory in Hollywood. The film depicts…
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Strategic Air Command Was Only Secretive About Most Of Their Operations During The 1950s
Boeing’s B-47 Stratojet strategic bomber was only a couple of years in active service when Boeing produced the film “Meet Your B-47” for the Air Force in 1954. Generally speaking…
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Founded by Doolittle, The 15th Air Force Was Fierce. It Still Answers The Call Today
The 15th Air Force Heritage- High Strategy Bombers and Tankers traces the history of the United States Air Force (USAF) 15th Air Force from its origins under Major General James…
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