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Minot AFB to receive $850 million for nuclear weapons upgrades
Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, is in line for a nuclear-sized upgrade as the Department of Defense plans to update its nuclear deterrence capability.
By Michael Achterling, North Dakota Monitor
Marines expect ‘big year’ for drone, ship and logistics testing
Aerial and maritime drones coupled with a new shore-to-shore connector aim to overcome logistical hurdles.
By Todd South
Air Force to add 5 new Compass Call electronic-attack planes in 2025
The Air Force is planning to receive five EA-37B Compass Call electronic-warfare aircraft in 2025 as it moves forward with plans to retire its predecessor.
Marine Corps drops requirement for women to wear pantyhose with skirts
The Marine Corps also restricted the allowable colors of pantyhose for those who do choose to wear them.
Marines select companies to build cannon version of new recon vehicle
The companies must deliver the prototype vehicle by 2025.
By Todd South
8,000+ soldiers tested in large-scale combat in the Arctic
The exercise included a 150-mile helicopter deep strike and armed snowmobile hunter-killer teams.
By Todd South
Sea bag tanker jacket, boat cloak for women proposed for Marine uniforms
The commandant made one recommendation before voting got underway: to eliminate the requirement for women to wear pantyhose with dress uniform skirts.
Cost drain and weapon stockpile drawdowns worry Marine general
Expensive defenses against drone swarms and cheaper missiles will be too costly against a better armed foe.
By Todd South
Army fielding new helmet that protects against small arms fire
The new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.
By Todd South
New ruck built for radio operators undergoes airborne testing
The new radio ruck is expected to field in early 2025.
By Todd South
Marine Corps receives its first science and tech lab designation
The Army, Navy and Air Force have had such laboratories for years.
By Todd South