Features

The period from the mid-1930s to the beginning of World War II in 1939
marked some of the most rapid transitions in military aircraft history,
and many aircraft that went into production in 1936 were hopelessly
obsolete by the beginning of the war.

The third largest city in the world straddles the continents of Asia
and Europe, connecting the East to the West. It was once called
Byzantium and later Constantinople; today it is called Istanbul.

The Tops In Blue World Tour

Arguably the worst American fighter of World War II was the Bell P-39
Aircobra, which combined inadequate performance

Hispanic Heritage Month is cele-brated Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Here is a list of Hispanics who have made history in the military:

When one thinks of

Chief Master Sgt. Jack Johnson, a native of Hampton, Va., recently
reported from Kadena Air Base, Japan, to become the 3rd Air Force
command chief master sergeant. He shared his thoughts about his
inspiration, new position, leadership philosophy and the morale and
welfare of Airmen.