MAY 24, 2024 - The United States Senate confirmed Melissa G. Dalton to be Under Secretary of the Air Force May 23, clearing the way for her to become the Department’s second highest-ranking civilian leader. President Joe Biden selected Dalton for the post Sept. 21, 2023. “I’m excited to welcome Melissa to our ‘One Team.’ Her expertise and experience are what we need as we … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
Space Force to Accept Air Force Reserve Volunteers
MAY 24, 2024 - Air Force Reservists in space-related career fields interested in volunteering for the U.S. Space Force in a fulltime capacity can expect the application window to open June 1–Nov. 30, 2024. This transfer option is part of the Space Force Personnel Management Act (PMA), approved by Congress and signed into law as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense … [Read more...]
Coast Guard and Brazil Partner to Combat Illegal Fishing
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) moors in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, May 20, 2024. The James arrived in Rio de Janeiro for a scheduled port visit during Operation Southern Cross 2024. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Logan Kaczmarek) MAY 24, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) arrived in the port of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for a … [Read more...]
U.S. Needs Sea-Based Nuclear Capability
MAY 24, 2024 - The U.S. needs all three legs of its nuclear triad, including the land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles and air-launched cruise missiles maintained by the Air Force, as well as the sea-based weapons that are the domain of the Navy. In a nuclear conflict where adversaries launch a first strike, it's possible they might render U.S. ground-based and … [Read more...]
CNO Celebrates Maritime Service at Fleet Week
NEW YORK (May 23, 2024) - Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti departs the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during Fleet Week New York, May 23, 2024. Franchetti traveled to New York City to celebrate maritime service during Fleet Week New York, and discuss her priorities for America’s Warfighting Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication … [Read more...]