MARCH 20, 2026 - The Army officially received a groundbreaking H-60Mx Black Hawk helicopter upgraded for autonomous or piloted flight. This next-generation optionally piloted vehicle begins a rigorous testing phase, marking a pivotal moment in the Army's push to build a safer, smarter and more versatile helicopter fleet for the future. A Decade of InnovationThis achievement … [Read more...]

MARCH 20, 2026 – Being a part of the largest population of U.S. citizens outside the continental United States means facing unique challenges and threats. Terrorism is the most notable of those threats, requiring vigilance and awareness from all members of the total force community to make sure no threats are ever carried out. Emily Roemer, Antiterrorism Officer with U.S. … [Read more...]

MARCH 19, 2026 - Soldiers of the 2-159th Attack Battalion, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, demonstrated adaptability to the modern battlefield during Operation Skyfall at Grafenwoehr Training Area this week. For the first time in the European theater, the AH-64E Apache proved itself as a viable counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) platform, using its existing weapon systems to … [Read more...]

MARCH 19, 2026 - The Camp Darby military community celebrated a significant occasion on March 18 at the Darby Community Center, as members of the Better Opportunities for Single Servicemembers program were recognized for their outstanding contributions. During the ceremony, members of the BOSS team were awarded the Army Commendation Medal for their dedication and … [Read more...]

MARCH 18, 2026 - For a command whose members are spread across 24 countries, the opportunity to come together is invaluable. U.S. Army NATO leadership convened here for their Quarterly Touch Point February 24-25, uniting command teams from the brigade, its two battalions, and nine companies to sharpen their collective focus. The event, QTP 26-1, was designed to build a … [Read more...]