JULY 8, 2025 - The Department of the Air Force launched its Pacific-focused first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise (DLE) series today in multiple locations across the United States and Indo-Pacific areas of responsibility. This DLE is scheduled to feature 12,000 U.S. Air and Space Force personnel, more than 350 bomber, fighter, cargo and refueling aircraft, and … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Barque Eagle to Visit Seattle
JULY 8, 2025 — U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327) will visit Seattle for the first time since 2008 and be open to visitors on July 9 and 10. Eagle will be moored at Pier 66 and will offer free public tours the following dates and times: Wednesday, July 9 (1 – 4 p.m.) Thursday, July 10 (10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.) No tickets are required and tours are free of … [Read more...]
U.S., Thailand Navies Reunite
U.S. Navy and Royal Thai Navy leaders salute a formation of U.S. and Thai service members during the opening ceremony of exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) at Sattahip Naval Base, Thailand, July 7, 2025. The 31st iteration of CARAT, a multinational exercise series, is designed to enhance the U.S. and partner navies' abilities to operate together in … [Read more...]
Fighter Wing Gets Upgraded F-16s
JULY 8, 2025 – A new wave of upgraded F-16 Fighting Falcons arrived at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26-27. The arrival of the F-16s marked a significant step forward in modernizing the 51st Fighter Wing aircrafts and strengthening the U.S. Air Force’s regional combat readiness. Transferred from the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa Air Base, Japan, the F-16s received … [Read more...]
Driscoll Sees Readiness Firsthand at Rock Island Arsenal
JULY 8, 2025 — On June 30, Dan Driscoll, the 26th Secretary of the Army, made his first official visit to the Rock Island Arsenal – an installation that has supported Army readiness since 1862. During the visit, Army leaders highlighted the diverse capabilities and critical missions of the major commands and tenant organizations at the installation, underscoring RIA’s … [Read more...]