NOVEMBER 5, 2020 – The Independence Class Littoral Combat Ship USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10) is conducting enhanced counter-narcotics operations in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations (AOO), and has seen great success since arriving on station in October. The ship has proven to be an invaluable asset through strengthening partnerships while also improving interoperability … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2020
Transportation Command Considers Next Steps for Potential Space Logistics
NOVEMBER 5, 2020 - Transporting cargo in the cosmos may seem unimaginable now, but the innovative capability could become a reality in the not too distant future. U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) certainly thinks so. “Think about moving 80 short tons, the equivalent of a C-17 payload, anywhere on the globe in less than an hour,” U.S. Army Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, … [Read more...]
National Native American Veterans Memorial Set to Open Veterans Day
NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - This Veterans Day holds special significance for Native Americans. The National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) is slated to open the National Native American Veterans Memorial, Wednesday, November 11, 2020. The opening will take place online and will “be marked with a short virtual message to honor the service and sacrifice of Native veterans and their … [Read more...]
Female Fighter Pilots Test Modified ATAGS “G-suit”
NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - Five female fighter pilots tested a modified version of the Advanced Technology Anti-Gravity Suit Oct. 26-30. ATAGS is a proven design and a critical life support item that protects aircrew members from the effects of high-G forces during maneuvers in fighter aircraft, but the ATAGS design, which has been in use since 2001, was developed primarily for … [Read more...]
National Guard Will Support Election in Multiple States
NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - At the request of their governors, Soldiers and Airmen of the National Guard are assisting at polling stations, providing cyber support and conducting logistical missions for the Nov. 3 election. The National Guard has a long-standing tradition of providing electoral support to state and local authorities. This year, concerns about COVID-19 caused many … [Read more...]