APRIL 26, 2017 - Mobility is a critical aspect of every military organization. For the Coast Guard, effective mobility is the capability to surge people, boats, and equipment on short notice to an area of need. In cases of natural disasters or other catastrophic incidents, the surge of assets must be accomplished quickly in order to save lives and property. To prepare for … [Read more...]
F.E. Warren Tests Minuteman III Missile With Launch From Vandenberg
APRIL 26, 2017, VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) - A combined team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single test re-entry vehicle April 26, 2017, from Vandenberg Air Force Base. The missile used in GT220 launched in the early hours of the morning with a launch command … [Read more...]
Mobile Training Team Conducts First Military Freefall Jumpmaster Course Outsode U.S.
APRIL 26, 2017, OKINAWA, Japan - For the first time in history, the military freefall jumpmaster course was delivered outside of the continental United States. Hosted by the U.S. Marines Corps 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion and administered by a Mobile Training Team, the course qualified 27 Marines, Soldiers and Airmen as military freefall jumpmasters in Okinawa, Friday, April … [Read more...]
3 Tips for U.S. Veterans Becoming Business Owners
April 26, 2017, by David McCauley - American military veterans have a long and proud tradition of building and leading U.S. businesses. Companies like Sperry Shoes, RE/MAX, RideScout, FedEx, and Wal-Mart were all co-founded or founded by U.S. veterans. Time spent in the service teaches the importance of preparation, instills discipline, and helps hone leadership skills. All of … [Read more...]
Air Force Club Scholarship Program has $36,000 Available to Air Force Club Members, Families
APRIL 25, 2017, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS) - The deadline to apply for the 2017 Air Force Club Scholarship Program is May 12. During the past 19 years, the program has provided college tuition assistance to more than 440 Air Force Club members and their eligible family members. As in the past, applicants must be club members or their eligible dependent … [Read more...]