Archives for July 2016

Ready Group Lands Down Under for Exercise Pitch Black 2016

JULY 27, 2016, ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE BASE TINDAL, Australia - Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122, Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12, Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 and other elements of Marine Aircraft Group 12 from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, traveled to Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, … [Read more...]

ECRC Mobilizes CRS-11

JULY 27, 2016, SAN DIEGO (NNS) - Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center mobilized over 100 Sailors from Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 11 at Naval Air Station North Island, July 25. Reserve Sailors from Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC) on annual training led the mobilization process which normally occurs in Norfolk. The mobilization process usually takes about a … [Read more...]

Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Tech Expo Aligns Military Needs with Emerging Environment

JULY 27, 2016, KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany - From field-deployable, uninterruptable power supplies and lightweight satellite communications gear for austere environments to trusted cloud computing storage alternatives, there was plenty of new technology to interest even the casual observer at the annual U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Tech Expo, July 22. More than 26 … [Read more...]

Letterkenny Introduces New Version of Mine-Resistant Combat Vehicle

JULY 26, 2016, CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. - A ceremony celebrating the successful production of the latest version of the RG31, a ambush protected route clearance mine-resistant combat vehicle, was held on July 19 at Letterkenny Army Depot. The rollout ceremony featured the latest variant of the RG31's configuration. Among the improvements were an engine upgrade from 275 to 300 … [Read more...]

Professional Bad Guys: Space Aggressors Prepare Airmen for the Enemy

JULY 26, 2016, NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) - As midnight quickly approaches, the day's 100-degree temperatures still linger at Nellis Air Force Base. The blue light from Staff Sgt. Erick Vega’s laptop illuminates his face as he goes to work, trying to determine if there’s a maintenance issue with the avionics or something worse. An hour passes before Vega determines … [Read more...]

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New Tech Keeps Warfighters Fed in Arctic

DECEMBER 17, 2025 – Batteries for cellphones and other small devices deplete quickly outside in the winter, and that’s no different for warfighters in the field. To make sure they’re focused on the mission — and not the temperature or malfunctioning equipment — War Department experts are creating specialized technology and adapting current equipment to […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]