Could a fighter jet software upgrade have saved this pilot’s life?
The Navy has declined to answer questions about a fatal Super Hornet crash, and whether a safety system could have saved the pilot's life.
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Army sergeant drowns while snorkeling on Hawaii vacation
Sgt. Joelle Pamplona drowned while snorkeling in rough surf with two friends who survived.
Army two-star received verbal counseling for suspension incident
Maj. Gen. Joseph Lestorti continues to serve and has been selected for a follow on assignment.
Female recruits now shipping equally to MCRDs Parris Island, San Diego
The Marine Corps has hit its goal of assigning women to its boot camps the same way it assigns men.
Marines put new amphibious vehicle to the test in first at-sea drill
Nearly 200 Marines and 400 sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force and Expeditionary Strike Group 3 conducted the drills off the coast of Camp Pendleton.
Pentagon to send Ukraine anti-personnel mines ‘soon,’ US says
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin wouldn't say whether the mines are part of a new round of military aid announced this week.
Eligible veterans get easier access to military bases under new rules
New rules allow veterans and caregivers to enroll for streamlined access to military installations.
Two soldiers get prison time for creating child sexual abuse material
The pair also took explicit photos of other soldiers without their consent.
Air Force A-10 will no longer bare teeth overseas with Korea exit
The Air Force will begin removing its A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from Osan Air Base starting in January 2025.
Soldier creates device that speeds up Apache missile system rearming
A wheelbarrow-like cart cut an 8-minute job to under a minute.
Army taps ‘Ghost Fleet’ authors to write novel on multi-domain warfare
The Army’s concept of future warfare is getting the Tom Clancy treatment.
China defense minister declines US meeting, breaking military talks
The decision not to meet marks the first time the talks have broken down in a year.
Pentagon chief visits island near South China Sea in sign to Beijing
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin ended his last trip to the Philippines by visiting a military site near the disputed waterway.
Chris Pratt-produced film on heroic military chaplains hits theaters
The film highlights the lesser-known stories of military chaplains, uniformed pastors and leaders who deploy to conflict without weapons.
Soldier sentenced to prison for trading child sexual abuse material
The soldier admitted in online messages to sexually abusing a child prior to being in the Army.
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidents
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
Second Trump presidency could mean harder line with defense industry
Trump touted his administration's renegotiation of the Air Force One contract with Boeing as an example of how he could cut defense costs.
