General Herbert Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command, has declared the
F-35A Lightning II "combat ready." The fifth-generation fighter has reached
initial operational capability, having reached several milestones including
the ability to deploy and conduct operational missions as well as having all
necessary logistics and operational elements in place. Hill Air Force Base,
along with...
LA Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team and experience America's sea services. During Fleet Week, service members will participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality the city of Los Angeles and surrounding areas have to offer.
August 29, 2016 marks the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Marine
Corps Reserve. Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces
Reserve, will use this milestone to launch a campaign of awareness across
the nation.
Seattle Seafair Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team and experience America's sea services. During Fleet Week, service members will participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality the city of Seattle and surrounding areas have to offer.
Marine Corps Installations-West hosts the 2nd Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) World Military Women's Basketball Championship aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Ca., July 25-31, 2016. This event will feature teams from United States, Brazil, Canada, China, France, and Germany.
The Air Force Birthday is a celebration of the proud history and heritage of American Airmen, the service's longstanding culture of innovation, and the unique global aspects of Airpower and the Air Force's enduring contribution to national security. The 2016 Birthday theme is "American Airmen Bringing AIRPOWER to the Joint Fight", focusing on Airmen leading and supporting joint operations...
The U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOTD) conducts deliberate water airborne operations on Jordan Lake in Chatham County, N.C., July 13, 2016. ABNSOTD plans and executes the testing of airborne and airdrop equipment that ensure the safety and effectiveness of operational paratroopers, and ensure that the equipment is effective in all situations including water...
The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (JFKSWCS) conducts airborne operations at Saint Mere Eglise Drop Zone on Fort Bragg, N.C., July 11, 2016. JFKSWCS trains and educates U.S. Army Civil Affairs, Psychological Operations and Special Forces Soldiers on a wide range of special Operations capabilities to include airborne operations.
