Deadlifts replace the power clean-and-press motion that was used in strength testing at MEPS for decades. Three decades on and there are still no valor awards for the men of 3rd platoon, Charlie Company. The test flight is an early step toward getting the robot aircraft ready to fly in support of Marine Corps missions. Positioning Marines forward in the Indo-Pacific is part of the Corps’ plan for countering a potential adversary as technologically adept as China. Beta Technologies, which developed the fast charger now being built at Duke Field, will deliver its first ALIA electric aircraft to the Air Force in fall. The think tank warns surface connectors, including the LCU and Ship-to-Shore Connector, weren't designed with today's naval threats in mind. "Congress needs to do its job" and pass budgets on time, Rep. Rob Wittman, R-Va., said. “If we did our jobs, you wouldn’t need quickstart provisions.” Gen. David Allvin will hold the top role in an unofficial capacity until he is formally confirmed by the Senate. The jets have amassed more than 141,000 hours in combat since Operation Desert Storm in 1991. The first week of Air Force boot camp will emphasize stress management, physical fitness and cleanliness. Load More