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Air Force May Assign Drones, More Airmen to Davis-Monthan

Military expanding its unmanned aircraft programs with eye on Tucson, other sites.

METRO WEEK: Federal Spending Built Much of Tucson

Economists say Tucson depends on federal dollars– here’s a look at how much.

Davis-Monthan and Tucson's Economy

The military base has been a major source of money in Tucson for nearly 75 years.

Defense Funding, Including for A-10, Passes US Senate

Bill moves through despite Obama veto threat; McCain pushes back.

Air Force Secretary: Ground A-10 for Budgetary Reasons

Congress resists retiring plane that is primary aircraft at Davis-Monthan.

Rothschild Offers Help Hiring Customs Officers for Border

Tucson mayor lobbied federal officials last week for the city, offered help to one department

300 D-M Airmen Return to Families after 6 Months Overseas

They were among 1,200 airmen sent around the world in the Tucson base's largest deployment.

Surveillance Plane Arrives for Davis-Monthan's 'Boneyard'

First E3A AWACS from NATO base to be deactivated as part of fleet modernization.

Senate Opens Defense Budget Debate, Including A-10

One year's funding of plane at Davis-Monthan AFB in Tucson coming up for vote.

Air Force OKs More Training Flights in Tucson Skies

Years-long assessment concludes added aircraft won't be harmful to environment.

40 Years Ago Thursday, Last Copter Left Vietnam; Now at Boneyard

As Saigon fell, one aircraft went back to rescue stranded Marines at embassy, nearby housing.

Bill Would Unground A-10 Aircraft

Proposed defense bill includes more than $680 million to keep the A-10 fleet fully operational

Millions Earmarked in Federal Bill for Arizona Military Bases

National Defense Authorization Act sets aside money for Davis-Monthan to purchase property

Sen. McCain: A-10 Will Fly for Another Year

Arizona’s senior senator says the A-10 is staying in the air.

State of City: Opportunities for Growth in Tucson

Rothschild calls for extending road bonds, encourages Tucsonans to get involved.

McSally: A-10 Grounding Bad Sign for Davis-Monthan

Nine aircraft put on 'backup status' in Tucson means ground crews will move elsewhere, she says.

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