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Army investigating apparent Apache flyby of Kid Rock’s home
Army officials are looking into video of two AH-64 Apache helicopters that appeared to get a wave and salute from the rock star from his home outside Nashville, Tennessee.
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FAA investigating close call between National Guard Black Hawk and a passenger jet
A California Army National Guard UH-60 came within just 525 feet vertical and 1,422 feet lateral from a passenger jet as their paths crossed.
VA executive accused of demanding gifts in the form of cash, casino chips from contractors
A retired Navy captain who was in charge of the VA’s health record modernization program allegedly got casino chips, cash and other gifts from contractors.
Pentagon looks for vendors to supply pre-made bunkers within 30 days
The request was issued Monday for companies to submit possible delivery timelines for 3 days, 15 days, and 30 days and include information about the “highest threat level” that the bunkers could withstand.
New bill could make it easier for veterans to get VA home loans, senators say
Three senators want to help the Department of Veterans Affairs hire more home appraisers to speed up the process of getting home loans.
How Iran got the F-14 Tomcat and kept it flying for decades
The United States sold Iran 80 of its F-14s in the 1970s. After the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the regime somehow kept the fighter flying for decades.
Air Force jet tore up asphalt at Alaska airport during engine test
The 1,170-degree exhaust from the New Hampshire Air National Guard KC-46A tanker’s engines blew a 25-foot wide crater in an Alaska airport’s tarmac.
Army raises enlistment age to 42, eases marijuana restrictions
New recruiting rules bump the age limit for recruits from 35 to 42. Easing restrictions on a single marijuana possession conviction “accounts for changes in society,” one expert said.
Soldiers must now get approval from supervisors for tuition assistance
In order to use a financial aid program for secondary education, soldiers now need approval from their supervisors.
Navy destroyer with grizzly bear battle flag pays tribute to heroic Marine
“If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly.”
Senator references Iwo Jima while pushing for US to take Kharg Island
Sen. Lindsey Graham recently referenced the bloody World War II battle while arguing for U.S. troops to take control of Kharg Island from Iran.
National Guard mobilized for search and rescue operations amid Hawaii floods
Troops have helped rescue more than 200 people as large parts of Oahu remain drenched from flash floods in recent days.
Army receives a new Black Hawk helicopter, pilot optional
The new H-60Mx now goes to testing as the Army works to expand its autonomous and remote-controlled arsenal.
French sailor goes running, reveals flagship’s location via fitness app
Update the safety brief.
Pentagon wants to increase naval, special operations capabilities on Greenland
U.S. Northern Command is seeking an agreement with Denmark to expand its operations on the island to three new areas.
US orders more warships, thousands of Marines to the Middle East
The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, carrying the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is the second naval and Marine force ordered to join the war in Iran.
Air Force training instructor faces court-martial for sleeping with trainees
The charges against Staff Sgt. Davonte Hardaway come more than a decade after a similar scandal at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland rocked the Air Force.
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