2017 new air force posting

Here are the new Air Force postings for 2017:

New Aircraft

  1. F-35A Lightning II: The F-35A is a fifth-generation multirole fighter jet that will replace the F-16 Fighting Falcon in the Air Force's inventory.
  2. KC-46 Pegasus: The KC-46 is a new tanker aircraft that will replace the KC-135 Stratotanker and provide aerial refueling capabilities.
  3. U-2S Dragon Lady: The U-2S is a high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft that will continue to provide critical intelligence gathering capabilities.

New Missiles

  1. Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) Missile: The LRSO is a new air-launched cruise missile that will provide a long-range strike capability for the Air Force.
  2. Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) Interceptor: The GBSD is a new ground-based missile defense system that will replace the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile.

New Helicopters

  1. HH-60W Whiskey Hawk: The HH-60W is a new combat search and rescue helicopter that will replace the HH-60G Pave Hawk.
  2. UH-72A Lakota: The UH-72A is a new light utility helicopter that will be used for training and other missions.

New Radar Systems

  1. Next-Generation Radar (NGR): The NGR is a new radar system that will provide advanced air surveillance capabilities for the Air Force.
  2. AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar (G/ATOR): The G/ATOR is a new radar system that will provide air surveillance and air defense capabilities.

New Communication Systems

  1. Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) Satellite System: The AEHF is a new satellite system that will provide secure communication capabilities for the Air Force.
  2. Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) Satellite System: The WGS is a new satellite system that will provide high-bandwidth communication capabilities for the Air Force.

These are just a few examples of the new Air Force postings for 2017. The Air Force is constantly modernizing its equipment and capabilities to stay ahead of emerging threats and maintain its readiness to defend the nation.