Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. That included $4.69 billion for additional Apache helicopters for ...

The next-gen "multirole tanker," in addition to advanced refueling systems, has "defensive countermeasures" and "secure communications capabilities." ...

Aerial refueling is the backbone of American expeditionary power. Tankers extend range, sustain combat aircraft on station, and support global mobility networks. The Boeing KC-46 Pegasus entered ...

The three nations certified the KC-46 to refuel the RAAF E-7, and USAF and RAF also benefit from this as they prepare to field their own Wedgetails. The U.S., British and Australian air forces ...

A KC-46 Pegasus refuels an F-16 at night, as seen through the updated version of the Remote Vision System, or RVS 2.0. (Boeing) The KC-46 Pegasus refueling tanker’s troubled remote vision system is ...

A KC-46 Pegasus refuels an F-16 at night, as seen through the updated version of the Remote Vision System, or RVS 2.0. The Air Force now expects RVS 2.0's release to slip into 2026, several months ...

Boeing discovered cracks in the aileron hinges of two KC-46s which were being readied for delivery, prompting the U.S. Air Force to launch a fleet-wide inspection while the root cause is being ...