State Dept. Ups Reward for Info on Hackers
The US State Department is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identity and location of five hackers thought to be part of the Russia-backed Conti ransomware group. Another Russian hacking group is claiming an attack on Lockheed Martin that knocked the company’s websites offline.
New ‘Marine One’ Readied at Pax
It’s the first new “Marine One” presidential helicopter in more than 40 years and President Joe Biden is just months away from taking his first ride in the new VH-92 taking over from the legacy VH-3D Sea King that entered service in 1976,
New Navy Goal Is a 530-Ship Fleet
Forget a 355-ship goal for the US Navy. The Pentagon is now recommending a fleet as large as 530 ships and moving the service toward a lighter force with many more ships but fewer aircraft carriers and large surface combatants.
Digital Integration Is Topic of Panel
Learn about the ins and outs of digital integration in the US military during an event Dec. 7, 2017, in Lexington Park. “NAVAIR Digital Integration” will be hosted by The Patuxent Partnership, the Association of Naval Aviation’s Squadron #18, and the John Glenn Squadron of the Marine Corps Aviation Association.
CH-53K Could Get Shorter Test Schedule
NAVAIR is considering a shorter test schedule for its Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion helicopter program in an effort to save money.
