NOVEMBER 6, 2020 - The Supersonic Rain Erosion Test Rig (SuRE) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is experiencing a full control system replacement and upgrade to provide pinpoint control and unmatched testing value. The SuRE is used in the evaluation of structures and coatings under the effects of high speed flight through rain for transonic and supersonic speeds up to Mach … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2020
Soldiers Re-Enlist at Historic Kuwait Landmark
NOVEMBER 6, 2020 - In front of a host nation's historical landmark, two 42nd Infantry Division Soldiers stand side-by-side, showcasing their devotion to their community, state and nation. In front of the Kuwait Martyr's Museum, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. A. Jared Forst and U.S. Army Sgt. Becca Meerwarth administered their oath of service as they re-enlisted in the New York Army … [Read more...]
Military Marks Women, Peace and Security Program
NOVEMBER 6, 2020 - "War is Hell" is a famous quote. Prolonged warfare is hell on women and girls in particular, and the United Nations recognized that fact by passing United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, on women, peace and security on October 31, 2000. The resolution recognized the disproportionate impact of conflict on women and girls and it was unanimously … [Read more...]
Building Character and a Perfect ACFT Score
NOVEMBER 5, 2020 - “Everyone in the battalion knows I’m the fitness guy — it’s a running joke that I need to open my own gym.” A few months ago, Capt. Jeffrey Ferrel, executive officer for Company D, 1st Battalion, 48th Infantry Regiment, decided to use his personal interest in kinesiology — the study of the mechanics of body movements — to benefit the trainees in his … [Read more...]
Multi-Capable Airmen Defend the Base
NOVEMBER 5, 2020 - The 355th Security Forces Squadron hosted various training sessions during Bushwhacker 20-07 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Nov. 2 to 6, 2020. This training included learning about the law of armed conflict, use of force and other rules of engagement, as well as practicing individual movement, team movement, weapons handling and detention and … [Read more...]