JUNE 11, 2021 - It has been one year since U.S. Naval Research Laboratory engineers launched PRAM, the Photovoltaic Radio-frequency Antenna Module, aboard the Air Force X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle on May 17, 2020. The mission is part of a comprehensive investigation into prospective terrestrial use of solar energy captured in space. “It’s been exhilarating getting to this … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2021
Coast Guard Foundation Announces 2021 Spouse Grants
JUNE 11, 2021 — The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, announced today the results of its investment in spouse education grants for 2021. This year, 177 Coast Guard spouses received grants and are enrolled in degree-seeking and professional certification programs … [Read more...]
Navy Receives New Training Helicopters
JUNE 11, 2021 - The first operational TH-73A helicopter was presented to the U.S. Navy June 10 during a ceremony at the Agusta Westland Philadelphia Corporation (Leonardo) plant in Philadelphia. “The TH-73A will be instrumental in providing higher fidelity training to our future rotary-wing and tilt-rotor aviators for the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard,” said Vice Adm. … [Read more...]
Exchange Celebrates Army’s 246th Birthday with Savings
JUNE 10, 2021 – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is wishing the U.S. Army a happy 246th birthday. Military shoppers can join the celebration with special one-day savings at the Exchange. On June 14, Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and military shoppers can use their MILITARY STAR® card to receive: 10 cents off every gallon of gas at Exchange fuel locations. 15% off at … [Read more...]
The Navy’s Most Combat Ready Ship
JUNE 10, 2021 - As selected by the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) was presented the USS Arizona Memorial Trophy on June 9 by RADM Brendan McLane, Commander, Naval Surface Forces Atlantic (SURFLANT). Consistent with the mission of USS Arizona (BB 39), the trophy is awarded every two years to the best performing, combat-ready crew among … [Read more...]