DECEMBER 10, 2020 - The White House released the National Space Policy today, which highlights the Department of Defense as a key agency in implementing and achieving the nation’s goals in this important domain. “The United States is committed to the safety, stability, security, and long-term sustainability of space activities, and the Department of Defense is a key … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2020
Ultra-Low Cost Simulation Program Augments Pilot Training
DECEMBER 9, 2020 - A simulation program that can be installed on ordinary computers and laptops — the Joint Immersive Training System, or JTS — is currently being used to support pilot training. Traditionally, pilot flight instruction involves a combination of simulators and actual flying, said Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Frahm, a program manager for the Defense Innovation … [Read more...]
The Green to Gold Opportunity
DECEMBER 9, 2020 - Former 25th Infantry Division Soldiers, now cadets in the University of Hawaii, Manoa Army ROTC Program, had the unique opportunity to train with the same division they were most recently assigned to as enlisted Soldiers during a four-day training exercise at Bellows Air Force Station Nov. 19 to 22, 2020. Three of these former Soldiers include Cadet Mary … [Read more...]
Marines Explore the Trust Factor in Human-Machine Teaming
DECEMBER 9, 2020 - Trust in autonomous systems to do what they are designed to do, and meant to do, is paramount before these systems can be confidently employed as an operational capability. In an era of Great Power Competition, where those who can field autonomous capabilities the fastest will have a distinct advantage, researchers at the Naval Postgraduate School are … [Read more...]
The Blue Angels Release 2022 Air Show Schedule
DECEMBER 9, 2020 - The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, released their 2022 air show schedule at the virtual International Council of Air Shows convention, Dec. 08, 2020. During their 76th air show season, the Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 63 demonstrations at 32 locations in 2022. The 2022 air show schedule announced is: March 12 NAF … [Read more...]