Will DOD need to start producing some medicines to protect troops?In some cases, it could be cheaper and safer for the military to manufacture medicines troops need.By Karen Jowers2 weeks ago
Lighten the load: The Army’s plan to save time by shedding excess gearTo save time and ditch unneeded gear, the Army recently began a pilot program to expedite removing excess equipment from unit inventories.By Todd South3 months ago
Ukrainian pilots will learn to fly F-16s at US Air Force’s 162nd WingUkrainian pilots with prior experience flying other fighters could learn to fly the F-16 in as short as five months, the Air Force said.By Noah Robertson and Stephen Losey9 months ago
Meet the Marine who ‘rode the thunder’ and lived to tell the taleAfter being forced to eject from his F-8 Crusader, Lt. Col. William Rankin soon found himself amid a thunderstorm — 40,000 feet above ground.By Claire Barrett10 months ago
Why colorblindness disqualifies military pilot hopefulsEach service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards.By Sarah Sicard12 months ago
F-16 jet scrambled to respond to unresponsive small plane over capitalThe fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region.12 months ago
Austin hopes F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots will begin in weeksF-16 jets will bolster Ukraine in the long run but not necessarily as part of a spring counteroffensive against Russia.12 months ago
Air Force instructor pilot tackles ‘toughest footrace on Earth’Kabanuck crossed the final finish line in 43 hours, 18 minutes and 22 seconds, placing 183rd of 765 runners.By Rachel S. Cohen12 months ago
As egg prices soar, how does DOD avoid scrambling to keep troops fed?Don't expect to see a chow hall devoid of eggs any time soon.By Sarah Sicard15 months ago
Promotions, ribbons established for Army recruiting referralsService officials hope the program can help reverse a recruiting deficit.By Davis Winkie16 months ago
Nebraska considers using veterans to help address teacher shortageA new bill would allow qualifying veterans to teach in Nebraska, but critics say it is not the solution to the state’s teacher shortage.By Paul Hammel, The Nebraska Examiner16 months ago
Military spouses can now apply for ‘game changing’ employment programDoD is paying spouses' salaries for a 12-week fellowship with private companies during the three-year pilot program.By Karen Jowers16 months ago