Upgrades ahead across the special operations helicopter fleet
Better targeting, lighter airframes and more firepower are on the docket.
By Todd South
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Hegseth champions special operations as the force for today’s threats
There has been a 200% increase in SOF missions over the past three years, the defense secretary said.
By Todd South
Vets in Congress demand answers over pregnant aviator policy reversal
Female veterans in Congress are calling on Pete Hegseth to answer for a reversal of a policy that allowed female pilots to fly for more of their pregnancy.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Downed in enemy territory, this American pilot refused to be captured
Maj. Robert Lodge chose death over the prospect of giving up information to enemy forces.
By Jon Guttman
How a ‘Dauntless’ dive bomber became a WWII ace at Coral Sea
Navy pilot John Leppla was credited with shooting down five Japanese aircraft in aerial combat before he was shot down and declared Missing in Action.
By Jon Guttman
Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says
Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
By Riley Ceder