Organizational Changes Likely in Pacific Fleet
The US Navy is pressing toward a major organizational change that could strip US Pacific Fleet of some or all of its functions and consolidate that power under US Fleet Forces Command on the East Coast.
355-Ship Navy Not a Wish. It’s Now Policy
President Trump’s 2018 National Defense Authorization Act includes a provision that calls for the US to build up to 355 ships “as soon as practicable.” That makes achieving a 355-ship Navy national policy.
Thunderbolt, F-15E Lead Fight Against ISIS
Older US Air Force jets — the A-10 Thunderbolt II and the F-15E Strike Eagle — are leading the air war against the Islamic State. Military fighter-attack jets, bombers, and drones have dropped more than 67,000 bombs since the 2014 start of Operation Inherent Resolve.
F-35B Debuts at Rugged Exercise Red Flag
The Marine Corps’ F-35B Joint Strike Fighter is getting a workout — and a good report.
F-35 May Not Be Suitable for Combat Before 2022
An oversight group finds the F-35 may not be suitable for combat before 2022, reports DoDbuzz.com.
