Marines test robotic mule that could carry weapons, sensorsThe program seeks to take the load off of dismounted troops.By Todd South3 months ago
Marines fly supplies to part of Philippines reeling from floodsThe island of Mindanao has been reeling from the effects of heavy rain, displacing an estimated 795,000 people.By Irene Loewenson3 months ago
Hawaii Marine infantry unit folds, while refueling unit activatesBoth changes are tied to Force Design 2030, the Pacific-focused restructuring of the Marine Corps.By Irene Loewenson15 months ago
The Air Force is trying out a new kind of tanker: its C-17 cargo planeThe Air Force is looking for additional ways to increase the operational range of aircraft.By Rachel S. Cohen17 months ago
Casualty evacuations by drone, robotic mules tested by Army battle labThe Maneuver Battle Lab is evaluating tech before it's fielded, while observing some combat theories during the war in Ukraine.By Todd South19 months ago
Joint Base Andrews likely to host Air Force’s new ‘Grey Wolf’ patrol helicopterThe Air Force plans to buy a pack of 82 MH-139A Grey Wolves from Boeing for $3 billion.By Rachel S. Cohen23 months ago
8 mortars in 90 seconds and loitering munitions: Army showcases tech experimentsThe annual event tackles small unit, soldier combat problems.By Todd South2 years ago
US Navy fires laser weapon in Mideast amid drone boat threatThe Houthis have deployed drone boats into these waters, which can be piloted remotely and sent up to a target before detonating.By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press2 years ago
Lawmakers protect C-130 fleet, push for new propellers in annual legislationThe Air Force wants to retire 13 older C-130Hs and bring in five new C-130Js.By Rachel S. Cohen3 years ago
Biden nominates new Air Mobility Command bossLt. Gen. Mike Minihan would earn a promotion to four-star general and replace Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost.By Rachel S. Cohen3 years ago
Amphibious transport dock ship San Diego returns to sea following COVID outbreakRoughly 20 sailors and embarked Marines tested positive for the coronavirus while in port last month.By Geoff Ziezulewicz3 years ago
What dog tags can teach us about veteran care coordination in the wake of COVID-19The authors of this commentary say a modern equivalent to the dog tag, which carries vital information for service members on the battlefield, is needed for health records for veterans seeking care outside the VA health system.By Sherman Gillums Jr. and Eugene Luskin3 years ago