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DC helicopter route permanently closed after fatal Black Hawk crash
The move follows federal investigators's call for a ban on helo flights on the route, citing a string of near misses in recent years.
By John Seewer, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP
F-35 helmets that fix ‘green glow’ are on their way — but not to the Air Force
Aviators first reported green glow was an issue on the F-35 in 2012.
‘A matter of time’: Airman’s safety report warns CV-22 harnesses could prove fatal
The military says it stands by the harness and will continue to use it.
AWACS ops group commander at Tinker fired after investigation
An investigation found Col. Gary Donovan skirted safety protocols and fostered an unhealthy workplace culture.
VA has a ‘broken culture’ regarding patient safety, watchdog warns
Department leaders have promised more training and reforms on the issue in the next year.
Pilot lost control of wobbling F-22 that spiraled to the ground in secretive crash last year
In the confusing aftermath of the crash, F-22 and F-35 fighter jets almost collided in midair as well.
Federal retirees to see record high cost-of-living increase for Social Security
The cost of living increase will fully benefit retirees under the Civil Service Retirement System, but have a lesser impact on Federal Employee Retirement System recipients.
By Jessie Bur
USS Kearsarge’s emergency diesel generator ‘significantly damaged’ this spring
The generator's replacement won't be completed until January, officials said.
VA zeroes in on gun safety as a way to reduce veteran suicides
Roughly 70 percent of veteran suicide deaths in 2019 involved a firearm.
Paratroopers use mouth guard to stress-test helmet protection during jumps
The device measures force through the jaw.
By Todd South
OPM temporarily drops relocation requirements for special military spouse hiring
The new Office of Personnel Management regulation allows agencies to use military spouse special hiring authorities in a broader range of cases.
By Jessie Bur