Two HH-60 helicopters from the 129th Rescue Wing, California Air National Guard, approach the Panamanian-flagged cargo vessel Grand Vega during a long-range maritime rescue mission approximately 885 nautical miles off the California coast. The helicopters supported Guardian Angel rescue personnel who stabilized a Filipino mariner in medical distress. (U.S. Air Force photo by … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2025
Hackathon V – Cyber and Computer Challenge Event
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 - Soldiers and Civilians from Fort George G. Meade hosted the first of three Hackathon events to encourage teen interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) at the Odenton Regional Library, Anne Arundel County Public Library, September 22. The next Hackathon events are on October 7 and November 4, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Odenton … [Read more...]
National Guard Exceeds 2025 Recruiting Goals
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 – Amid a historic surge in military recruiting, the National Guard exceeded its fiscal year 2025 goals, reflecting a broader trend of robust enlistment across the U.S. military. Since November 2024, the Department of War has achieved its strongest recruiting performance in 30 years, with fiscal year-to-date accessions as of the end of August reaching 106% … [Read more...]
Vandenberg Sets Standard for Space Launch Security
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 – The safety team at Vandenberg Space Force Base has received the highest rating possible in their most recent inspection, reaffirming its role as the gold standard in ensuring safe and reliable access to space. The evaluation, conducted in August by Space Systems Command (SSC), graded Vandenberg’s safety regulation compliance as “met and effective”, an … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Prepares for Aircraft Fleet Expansion
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 — The Coast Guard recently completed contract actions aimed at accelerating delivery of new MH-60 medium-range recovery helicopters and HC-130J long-range surveillance aircraft and expanding mission capabilities of the expanded aviation fleet. On Sept. 8, the Coast Guard placed a $14.3 million order for delivery of 13 General Electric T700 engines for its … [Read more...]