June 4, 2026

Pax Test Jan. 20 Potential for Sonic Boom

Sonic Boom

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Webster Outlying Field, Maryland’s Smith Island, and residents of the Northern Neck of Virginia are advised of an inshore weapons separation testing event Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Sequestration Taking Its Toll on Readiness

sequestration taking its toll on readiness

President Obama says the “reckless budget cuts of sequestration” have hurt military readiness. Also at issue is that sequestration takes a toll on Marine aviators’ safety.

Morning Coffee: Laser Weapons Improve

laser trap

The new generation of laser weapons are approaching the power and efficiency needed for active military use.