October 23, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Smoking, alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal substances are often considered a crutch for a bigger underlying problem. In the case of returning veterans, it is a historical fact that war and drugs go hand in hand. How then, can we expect a decrease in substance abuse in our military heroes of today? History of War and Drugs As … [Read more...]
Planning a Larger Role for 3-D Printing
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. (AFNS) - October 19, 2015 -- The Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex is finalizing a strategic plan to integrate 3-D printing technology into nearly every aspect of its airpower sustainment mission. OC-ALC experts foresee 3-D printing, also called additive manufacturing, filling needs ranging from making aircraft engine parts to printing electronic … [Read more...]
Generals’ Aerial Exchange Demonstrates Alliance, Friendship
October 16, 2015 - MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS) -- As a testament to the strong friendship and alliance between the U.S. and Japan, two top military leaders from both nations came together for a bilateral exchange flight here Oct. 14. The exchange involved Lt. Gen. John Dolan, the U.S. Forces Japan commander, flying onboard a Japanese Mitsubishi F-2, while Japan Air … [Read more...]
2 Airmen Die in Helicopter Crash in Afghanistan
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) - October 14, 2015 -- Two Airmen died Oct. 11 when a British Puma Mk2 helicopter crashed in Kabul, Afghanistan, while supporting Operation Freedom's Sentinel. The Airmen were Maj. Phyllis Pelky and Master Sgt. Gregory T. Kuhse. Pelky, 45, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, served most recently as the aide-de-damp to the U.S. Air Force Academy … [Read more...]
James Named New Principal DOD Space Advisor
October 8, 2015 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- On Oct. 5, Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Work re-designated the position of the Department of Defense executive agent for space (EA4S) to the principal DOD space advisor (PDSA). The Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James, formerly the EA4S, will now assume the expanded responsibilities of the PDSA. “We can no longer … [Read more...]