U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Craig Patterson, 38th Rescue Squadron Blue Team flight chief and pararescuemen, crosses a waterway using a rope system during jungle warfare training in Wahiawa, Hawaii, April 1, 2022. Rope crossing ensures special warfare Airmen are able to get to their destination effectively and efficiently. The 38th RQS trained in jungle warfare to adapt personnel … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2022
Redstone Arsenal – ‘Center of Gravity’ for the Army
APRIL 13, 2022 — Under Secretary of the Army Gabe Camarillo made his first visit in his new role to Redstone Arsenal March 31 to April 1 to learn more about the installation’s mission, organizations and global impact, and its support to the Army’s people, readiness and modernization priorities. Camarillo, who was sworn in as the 35th Under Secretary of the Army in February, … [Read more...]
DIA Report Details Space-Based Threats From Competitors
APRIL 13, 2022 - The Defense Intelligence Agency today released the new unclassified report, "Challenges to Security in Space 2022," which is a follow-up to its similarly titled report in 2019. The new report examines the space and counterspace programs which could pose significant challenges to U.S. or partner interests by China, Russia, North Korea and Iran, said John F. … [Read more...]
Guard Brigade Takes on Army Modernization Mission
Col. Jerry Baird, Jr., commander of the 130th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, North Carolina National Guard, leads a commander’s update brief during Joint Warfighting Assessment 22 on April 6, 2022, on Fort Stewart, Georgia. APRIL 12, 2022 – The Citizen-Soldiers of the 130th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, North Carolina National Guard, have a lot on their plates, from civilian … [Read more...]
Virtual Reality Helps Air Commandos Modernize Training
APRIL 12, 2022 - The 492d Special Operations Training Group recently hosted Air Education and Training Command’s Integrated Technology Platform team here on Hurlburt Field. ITP personnel visited Hurlburt Field to learn more about the unique training requirements and capabilities within the 492d Special Operations Wing and Air Force Special Operations Command while also … [Read more...]