STEM campers receive a preflight safety briefing for the HC-130J Combat King II rescue aircraft at Westhampton Beach, N.Y., Aug. 6, 2023. The science, technology, engineering and math camp is a comprehensive approach with blocks of instruction and hands-on teamwork, for practical application leading to a military capstone event. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2023
Air Force NCO Retraining Program Revamped for FY24
AUGUST 15, 2023 - The Air Force is continuing to improve its talent management programs to provide additional opportunities to further develop and retain Airmen. The latest program to evolve is the retraining process for Career Airmen, or those on their second or subsequential enlistments, which updates eligibility requirements for FY24. During Phase I, which began Aug. … [Read more...]
Austin Praises Outgoing Chief of Naval Operations
AUGUST 15, 2023 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III today underscored Adm. Michael Gilday's dedication to advancing American sea power at a critical time for global security during Gilday's relinquishment of office ceremony at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. Austin said that throughout Gilday's 38-year career and four-year tenure as the Navy's top admiral, he has … [Read more...]
Marine Barracks Washington Prepares for Enlisted-led Parade
Barracks Marines execute “officers center” during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, Aug 12, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was Sgt Maj. Troy E. Black, 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. The guests of honor were Sgt Maj. Alford L. McMichael, 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (USMC Ret) and Sgt Maj. Lewis G. Lee, 13th Sergeant Major of … [Read more...]
Air Force Develops Gloves for Extreme Cold Temperatures
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dylan Metcalf, a 54th Helicopter Squadron flight engineer, poses with a pair of heated glove prototypes being tested by Team Minot at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 28, 2023. The 54th HS can work up to approximately 10,000 feet where temperatures can be extremely low, requiring the highest level of cold weather equipment to stay warm and … [Read more...]