Base Officials Release Statement on EPA Fines
Pax River spokesman says “most of the violations were administrative or procedural in nature.”
Pax River Fined $38,000 for EPA Violations
The Environmental Protection Agency found violations in 11 buildings at Pax River and Webster Field.
Obama States that Military Sequestration Won’t Happen
The Navy says it will begin planning for sequestration cuts as early as next month.
Dunaway: NAVAIR’s Funding ‘Pretty Stable for the Next 6 Months’
Meanwhile, Congress adjourns without fixing automatic sequestration cuts.
‘Fiscal Cliff’ Gets Short Shrift in Presidential Debate?
The Aerospace Industries Association is unhappy that Tuesday night’s presidential debate did not get into sequestration.
Election Could Polarize House Armed Services Committee
Election turnover could threaten the bipartisan atmosphere of Congress’ House military oversight committee.
Mergers Could Stall After BAE/EADS Deal Collapse
Defense M&A faces headwind after Europe’s high-profile breakdown, but mid-tier and specialized firms could see opportunities.
Defense Cuts Could Cost Navy New Aircraft
Under sequestration, the Poseidon, Super Hornet and Joint Strike Fighter programs would all lose some new aircraft.
First Production Model F-35B Arrives at Pax River
BF-17 will temporarily add to the complement of F-35B and F-35C test aircraft at the F-35 Integrated Test Facility.
Gate 3 Closure Snarls Lexington Park Traffic
Commissioners complain to base commander, who points to budget reductions by Washington.
