SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - Military and civilian explosive ordnance disposal experts tried out the latest Explosive Ordnance Disposal technologies and robotics in the 2024 National Robot Rodeo competition, Aug. 26-30. The week-long event, managed by the United States Bomb Technician Association, brought EOD bomb technicians from the government, public sector and international … [Read more...]
Hicks, Grady Commemorate 9/11 at Pentagon
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks and Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Christopher W. Grady today commemorated the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack during a ceremony in the Pentagon's courtyard. While delivering their remarks, Hicks and Grady noted how the events of 9/11 brought a renewed sense of … [Read more...]
9/11 Ceremony Aboard USS Constitution
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 – The crew of USS Constitution will commemorate the tragic loss of life and the historic significance of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a ceremony aboard the ship on September 11, 2024. The event will begin at 8:05 a.m. with remarks from commanding officer Cmdr. Crystal L. Schaefer aboard USS Constitution. In honor of those who lost … [Read more...]
What it Means to be a Student Leader
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 – During Air Force Technical Training, Airmen are encouraged to apply for student leadership positions categorized by colored aiguillettes or “ropes” on the left shoulder of their uniform. The Rope Program is a selection process that involves airmen submitting an application to the military training leaders for approval. Each rope has its responsibilities … [Read more...]
Air Force Realigns to Ensure Readiness
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - The Air Force is organizing its major commands, or MAJCOMs, into Institutional Commands, responsible for organizing, training, and equipping Airmen, and Service Component Commands, responsible for preparing Airmen for warfighting in a combatant command’s area of responsibility. The changes are part of the Department of the Air Force’s Great Power … [Read more...]