SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III thanked Australian Defense Minister Peter Dutton for his country's steadfast support over the long course of the conflicts sparked by the 9/11 attacks, and said the two nations must work even more closely together for the future. Dutton met Austin at the Pentagon a day before the Australian-U.S. Ministerial … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2021
F-35 Conducts First Aerial Refueling With T1 Drone
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 - The Navy’s Unmanned Carrier Aviation (PMA-268) program completed its first aerial refueling of an F-35C Lightning II aircraft by the Boeing-owned MQ-25 test asset, known as T1, as part of the Navy’s broader initiative to field unmanned systems that transform and enhance the fleet’s capability, capacity and lethality. “Every T1 flight with another … [Read more...]
Air Force Adds Digital Literacy Competency For All Airmen
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 - The Air Force has identified 24 Air Force foundational competencies for all Airmen, as part of a systematic, competency-based approach to develop the force. These competencies are universally applicable to all Airmen and are categorized into four groups: Developing Self, Developing Others, Developing Ideas and Developing Organizations. One of those 24 … [Read more...]
Smart Anti-Tank Munition Tested at Yuma Proving Ground
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 - U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground’s (YPG) position at the forefront of Army modernization efforts is well-known, and extends far beyond the developmental testing of equipment like the Extended Range Cannon Artillery. One recent example of YPG shaping the future force through testing of equipment is the XM204 interim wide area top attack munition. The … [Read more...]
New Health Maintenance Resource Available for Military Beneficiaries
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 - The San Antonio Market has developed a comprehensive tool to help military beneficiaries understand the current recommended health maintenance guidelines. The guidelines are displayed in an easy-to-read format with space for the patient to record their screening information details. “Preventive care is the key to maintaining the health and wellness of … [Read more...]