JUNE 3, 2016, ORO GRANDE RANGE COMPLEX, N.M - Soldiers and Airmen came together to build confidence and proficiency during Hustler Trough III by engaging targets with integrated and synchronized mortars, artillery, infantry and joint fire. The weeklong exercise began, May 23, with a rehearsal of concept drill followed by three days of live-fire. Hosted by 1st Armored Division, … [Read more...]
Navy Engineers Develop Futuristic Next Generation HUD for Diving Helmets
JUNE 3, 2016, PANAMA CITY, Fla. (NNS) - Summer 2016 is heating up with new and upcoming advances in Navy diving technologies at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), including a next generation HUD for diving helmets. Underwater Systems Development Project Engineer Dennis Gallagher and his team are developing what can be described as a … [Read more...]
Total Force Integration Significant in KC-46 Support
JUNE 3, 2016, EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) - When the Air Force and Boeing launched the KC-46 Pegasus program, the 412th Test Wing was tagged as one of the prime players in testing and validation of the aircraft. Named the Air Force's Responsible Test Organization, the 412th TW had to supply aircraft and a support crew for testing at Boeing Field International … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Make Your War Veteran’s Homecoming Easier
June 3, 2016, by Meghan Belnap - The stresses and high-level situations our soldiers face overseas are difficult to relate to. It’s easy to show appreciation and respect to those that currently serve, but what about veterans who find themselves in the difficult process of assimilating back into home life? It's never easy to transition from the war zone to civilian life. Help … [Read more...]
New Marine Corps Tattoo Regulations
JUNE 2, 2016, WASHINGTON - The Marine Corps has released a new tattoo policy that seeks to balance the personal desires of Marines with high standards of professional military appearance and heritage. The Marine Corps Bulletin 1020, released June 2, 2016, explains the new Marine Corps tattoo policy, which replaces all previous tattoo policy guidance. “The Commandant and I … [Read more...]