Two U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, U.K., make history by landing on a highway strip during the exercise BAANA 2024, Sept. 4, on Hosio Highway Strip, Ranua, Finland. During the exercise the U.S. Air Force collaborated with NATO Allies to adapt, innovate and strengthen our collective defense while making history by … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
Army Best Observer, Controller/Trainers Announced
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 — In a U.S. Army first, 28 of the best Observer Controller/Trainers from across the globe showcased their skills in the sweltering Georgia heat during the John J. Pershing Best OC/T Competition Aug. 27-29, 2024. “OC/Ts bring a unique skill set to the Army,” said Maj. Gen. Mark Landes, commanding general, First Army. “A good OC/T is an experienced leader and … [Read more...]
Sailor’s Journey to Olympic Champion
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - On your mark. Beep. Those are the sounds Ying Huske, an information technology specialist at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, is all too familiar hearing at her daughter’s swim meets. Torri Huske, a two-time Olympian, kick-started Team USA’s quest for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games by winning the 100-meter butterfly race on July … [Read more...]
Air Force to Establish Global Strike Wing
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - The Department of the Air Force intends to activate a new wing headquarters, the 95th Wing, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This new wing is one of the many efforts underway to reorganize the department for Great Power Competition. The creation of the 95th Wing under Air Force Global Strike Command will enable effective command of forces to ensure … [Read more...]
U.S. Extends Deterrence Strategy with Korea
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - On September 4th, the foreign affairs and defense agencies of the United States and Republic of Korea (ROK) convened the fifth meeting of the Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group (EDSCG) in Washington. Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins and Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Policy … [Read more...]