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That's not a tumor on the back of the AWACS plane; it's a piece of equipment vital to U.S. defense. Here's what's happening to the AWACS as they're phased out.

U.S. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer on Monday introduced a bill that would prevent any foreign aircraft from being used as Air Force One, the aircraft that transports the U.S. president.

The luxury jet needs a security overhaul. That usually takes a few years, meaning it might not be ready until Trump is out of office. Shortcuts could create national security risks.

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds are set to headline the FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach State Park on Memorial Day weekend.

The US Air Force is pushing to speed up the delivery of the new Air Force One as President Trump wants a new aircraft before his second term ends in 2029.

Rebranded as the FourLeaf Air Show, Long Island’s premier Memorial Day tradition returns May 24–25 with elite military and civilian performers

According to USAFA, a maximum of four tickets are available to each adult on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets will not be mailed and lost tickets can't be replaced. There will not be a will-call at the stadium. USAFA says if the ceremony is relocated indoors, public tickets will not be honored.