An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 525th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, takes off in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 25, 2024. Approximately 3,000 U.S. service members across four branches are expected to fly, maintain and support more than 150 aircraft from 24 units in more than 10 locations … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2024
The Impact of Military Service on Vision Health
— And What Veterans Can Do to Care for Their Eyes FEBRUARY 3, 2024 - Due to exposure to stressful and risky situations, military personnel and veterans face a significant number of health challenges. For example, a previous post highlights how the military transition to civilian life can impact mental health as personnel confront changes in their roles and every aspect of … [Read more...]
Austin Lauds Strength of U.S.-U.K. Relationship
FEBRUARY 2, 2024 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps yesterday underscored the U.S. and United Kingdom's shared commitment to upholding global peace and security as the two leaders met to discuss a range of security issues. Austin said the U.S.-U.K alliance remains central as both countries work together to address the … [Read more...]
DoD Launches Distributed Bioindustrial Manufacturing Program
FEBRUARY 1, 2024 - The Department of Defense announced new opportunities for American businesses to advance biotechnology as part of President Biden's efforts to strengthen and build the resiliency of America's defense industrial base and secure its supply chains. Biomanufacturing has the potential to support the U.S. military and our allies and partners by generating needed … [Read more...]
Navy Vice Chief Focused on Recruiting Efforts
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby, speaks with Sailors and civilians assigned to Naval Aviation Schools Command during a visit to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Jan. 31, 2024. Kilby visited Pensacola to engage with Sailors and meet with leadership to discuss recruiting and manning challenges and initiatives, pay and personnel, and supporting our Sailors. Naval … [Read more...]