JANUARY 29, 2026 — In a major step to modernize the U.S. munitions supply chain and enhance warfighter lethality, the Department of the Army is awarding a lease to Hanwha Defense USA for a landmark enhanced use lease, or EUL, to build and operate a new munitions facility at Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas. Through its EUL program, the Army is strategically leasing underutilized … [Read more...]
Repair Depot Key to Army Aircraft Maintenance
JANUARY 29, 2026 - At the Connecticut National Guard's 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot, workers refurbish and maintain the Army's fleet of rotary-wing aircraft. This unique job can save the War Department millions of dollars a year. Unlike field units that are trained and equipped to conduct basic maintenance on their aircraft, the repair depot is capable of … [Read more...]
Artemis II Space Mission Has Yuma Connections
JANUARY 28, 2026 - NASA announced the first crewed mission of the Artemis II will fly around the moon after an opportune launch window sometime between early February and the end of April. The mission will culminate in the deployment of the Orion space capsule's parachutes, which were rigorously evaluated at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona, through multiple … [Read more...]
Army Leaders Seeking AI-Enabled Solutions
JANUARY 27, 2026 — As part of the Army's efforts to directly partner with technology experts, the Army established Project ARIA, Army Rapid Implementation of AI, led by the Deputy Under Secretary of the Army Mr. David R. Fitzgerald. Through Project ARIA, the Army has partnered with numerous artificial intelligence, technology, and industry experts to identify, analyze and … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Gibson
JANUARY 26, 2026 - Army Tech. 5th Grade Eric Gibson served as a cook during World War II, but his desire for more led him to work out a deal with his superiors to fight on the front lines. During one intense battle in Italy, Gibson consistently went ahead of the soldiers he led and took out threats in their path. He didn't survive the ordeal, but his bravery and leadership … [Read more...]