ACTION 8 UPDATE: First F-35 fighter jets arrive in Montgomery
Action 8 News was at Dannelly Field Wednesday as the first F-35 fighter jets arrived in Montgomery.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: F-35 fighter jet project in Montgomery
Action 8 News has an update on the project to bring all-new F-35 fighter jets to the Alabama Air National Guard’s 187th Fighter Wing at Dannelly Field in Montgomery.
Thousands in Montgomery for U.S. Air Force Technology Conference
Thousands of people are in Montgomery this week for the U.S. Air Force Technology Conference.
Alabama leaders react to President Biden’s decision not to move Space Command to Huntsville
Alabama’s state and federal elected leaders were quick to react Monday to the news that President Biden would not be moving Space Command from Colorado to Huntsville.
Pentagon Study: Higher Cancer Rates Found in Military Pilots, Ground Crews
A Pentagon study has found high rates of cancer among military pilots and for the first time has shown that ground crews who fuel, maintain and launch those aircraft are also getting sick.
Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Richard Boutwell Named Senior Vice Chancellor at Troy University
Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Richard H. Boutwell, a 1991 Troy University alumnus, has been named the University’s Senior Vice Chancellor for Advancement.
Air Force Discharges 27 for Refusing to Get COVID-19 Vaccine
The U.S. Air Force has discharged 27 people for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine, making them what officials believe are the first service members to be removed for disobeying the mandate to get the shots.
One Person Dead after Confrontation at Main Gate to Gunter Annex
One person has died after a confrontation at the main gate to Maxwell Air Force Base’s Gunter Annex.
Local Civil Air Patrol Squadron Celebrates CAP’s 80th Anniversary
A special anniversary was celebrated nationwide among U.S. Air Force members. A local civil air patrol squadron held their anniversary event in the City of Wetumpka.
Colorado Springs Military Connection
Colorado Springs isn’t just known for its beautiful mountain scenery, outdoor activities, and Pikes Peak. It’s also got a huge military population including one of the most well-known facilities in the world.
