https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-military/2026/03/09/us-b-1b-lancers-arrive-at-raf-fairford-as-strikes-on-iran-intensify/

airforcetimes.com

US B-1B Lancers arrive at RAF Fairford as strikes on Iran intensify

The U.K. Ministry of Defence confirmed Saturday that U.S. forces had begun using the British base for “specific defensive operations."

Some additional info from the blue on blue. Interesting read.

https://www.twz.com/air/kuwaiti-f-a-18s-triple-friendly-fire-shootdown-gets-stranger-by-the-day

twz.com

Kuwaiti F/A-18’s Triple Friendly Fire Shootdown Gets Stranger By The Day

Questions mount over the bizarre blue-on-blue incident over Kuwait that resulted in the loss of three U.S. Air Force F-15Es. Questions mount over the bizarre blue-on-blue incident over Kuwait that resulted in the loss of three U.S. Air Force F-15Es.

Here’s the latest and greatest from Week 2 of the conflict in the Middle East.

https://www.twz.com/news-features/air-war-against-iran-enters-week-two

I’m sure the fear factor is real for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz these days!

-CHAOS

twz.com

Air War Against Iran Enters Week Two (Updated)

Iran continues to target its neighbors' oil production as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is nearly at a stand still.

BogiDope Family,

With all the recent develops in the news regarding Operation Epic Fury, here are some thoughts I have for those of you pursuing your dream jobs:

1. Studying the developing events, especially the projection of overwhelming airpower used by the United States, is an excellent way to see the real world missions you’ll be tasked with…

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Huge congrats to Graham Allgood on earning a KC-135 slot with the 72nd ARS.

He put in the work, prepared the right way, and showed up ready.

Selection boards reward clarity, preparation, and composure — and he brought all three.

Proud of you, brother. Well earned. 🇺🇸✈️

#Mastermind #BogiDope #EarnedNotGiven

Those of you striving for UPT will most likely have the opportunity to be the first to fly it! USAF is expected to sign within the next few days to start mass production and moving into service.

breakingdefense.com/2026/02/exclusive-air-force-to-approve-t-7-trainer-production-within-days/

Hey BD! I’m on the app throughout the day so as always reach out via DM or to my email cage@bogidope.com for any questions you have. Cheers!

STK!

CAGE

No words besides the ultimate betrayal to your military brethren and your country.

http://www.twz.com/air/former-air-force-fighter-pilot-and-f-35-instructor-charged-with-training-chinese-military

twz.com

Former Air Force Fighter Pilot And F-35 Instructor Charged With Training Chinese Military 

The ex-U.S. Air Force combat pilot also worked as a contractor F-35 instructor before allegedly providing expertise to China. The ex-U.S. Air Force combat pilot also worked as a contractor F-35 instructor before allegedly providing expertise to China.

As new threats emerge daily we need to try and stay one step ahead. One way is to help augment current platforms until the next generation can become fully operational. This article is a good read on how AI can be used to enhance SA.

http://www.twz.com/air/ai-is-now-helping-the-f-35-spot-enemy-air-defenses

twz.com

AI Is Now Helping The F-35 Spot Enemy Air Defenses

New artificial intelligence technology is giving the F-35 the ability to pick out confusing threat emissions and get them properly identified faster.

I earned my Private Pilot’s License with Lake Elmo Aero Club out of Lake Elmo, Minnesota this past January! One dream of many come true. On to the next thing #aviator

Also have to give a huge shout out to both US Men’s and Woman’s hockey team! Double gold!

Hope the BD Fam had a great President’s Day weekend! I’ll be online throughout the day- feel free to DM or shoot me an email at james@bogidope.com with any Q’s and/or follow ups for those I’ve already worked with.

Cheers,

Twinkie