JANUARY 25, 2021 - The Air Force Security Forces Center’s vehicle program delivered the first of new military working dog patrol vehicles to Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, as part of their initiative to modernize Defender equipment across the Air Force. The improvements from previous patrol vehicles is the result of AFSFC’s vehicle program’s input to the Federal Service Law … [Read more...]
USMC Launches New Structure to Support Recruitment and Retention
JANUARY 25, 2021 - In December, Marine Corps Systems Command implemented a new Human Resources team—a major achievement in the command’s continued mission to support and enhance its workforce. “The Human Resources Team is the first of its kind for the Marine Corps,” said Shane Brooks, division head for MCSC’s Manpower and Services. MCSC is the Marine Corps’ only … [Read more...]
Vermont Cavalry Squadron First to Recruit Women
JANUARY 25, 2021 – The 1st Squadron, 172nd Cavalry, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Mountain), is now authorized to recruit women directly into the unit. This marks the first time in the National Guard's 384-year history that a combat arms battalion-sized unit can enlist women. "I am incredibly proud of the Soldiers and senior leaders of our squadron," said Maj. Gen … [Read more...]
Space Force Exists to Deal With Threats in Space
JANUARY 25, 2021 - Threats by Russia and China to deny U.S. access and capability in space make the Space Force critical to national security, said the vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten, spoke at an online National Security Space Association "Space Time" event today. Critical space assets include GPS; missile warning; reconnaissance; … [Read more...]
Nothing ‘Plane’ About Training Future F-22 Pilots
JANUARY 22, 2021 - The 325th Training Support Squadron is responsible for training the world’s F-22 Raptor pilots, a type of instruction that doesn’t end in a regular classroom with pen and paper. “Our simulators replicate actual combat situations that will be seen upon graduation,” said Robert Hinkle, the 325th TRSS director of operations. “We can go from simple training … [Read more...]