MARCH 29, 2017, PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) - The September 2017 Navy-wide enlisted examinations (Cycle 236) testing dates for active duty, full time support and canvasser recruiter Sailors who are advancement eligible to the paygrades of E4-E6 have been announced in Naval Administrative Message (NAVADMIN) 070/17, released March 24. Each Navy examination consists of 25 … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Squadron Develops Process Through Unit Learning Center, Trains New Mobility Airmen Across Europe
MARCH 29, 2017, RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany (AFNS) - For many new Airmen, completing upgrade training within their career field can feel like an uphill battle. There are career development courses and on-the-job training to complete, all while keeping up with the day-to-day demands of the job. The 721st Aerial Port Squadron at Ramstein Air Base has devised a solution through … [Read more...]
Army’s ‘Teachers’ Gain Valuable Lessons at 2017 U.S. Army Small Arms All Army Championship
MARCH 28, 2017, FORT BENNING, Ga. - More than 200 Soldiers competed in the 2017 U.S. Army Small Arms "All Army" Championship March 12-18 on U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) ranges. The All Army overall team champions were repeat winners from last year. The team included Illinois Army National Guard members Chief Warrant Officer 4 Cameron Stanberry, from Arenzville, … [Read more...]
Navy Ends Online General Military Training Requirements
MARCH 28, 2017, WASHINGTON (NNS) - The Navy announced Monday that effective immediately, Sailors will no longer be required to log onto Navy Knowledge Online, Navy eLearning or My Navy Portal to complete General Military Training (GMT) for any topic except Cybersecurity as outlined in NAVADMIN 072/17. Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Robert Burke said that during Fleet … [Read more...]
Playing with Fire; Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians Hone Response Skills
MARCH 28, 2017, AL UDEID AIR BASE, QATAR (AFNS) - Most of the crew is asleep, but for a few members. Outside, the sun is peaking over the horizon, sending long shadows across the terrain and buildings. Suddenly a loud banging from the door echoes through the hallway, breaking the silence and waking up the crew. The banging continues, and an Airman opens the door to discover a … [Read more...]