DoD: List of Bases With Contaminated Water Likely to Grow
The list of active and former US military installations found to be contaminated with chemical compounds found in firefighting foam is expected to grow as the DoD continues its investigation.
Lt. Gen. Fick Takes Lead of F-35 Program
Air Force Lt. Gen. Eric Fick assumed the watch from VADM Mat Winter as the program executive officer for the F-35 program in a ceremony last week in Washington, DC.
Pilot: Despite Testing Challenges, CH-53K ‘on the Right Track’
The new CH-53K heavy lift helicopter has had some struggles during its past year of testing but it will emerge as a capable and reliable asset for the Marine Corps, says Lt. Gen. Rudder, a Marine aviator.
Congress Hears Testimony on Military Base Water Contamination
Congress hears testimony today from DoD’s deputy assistant secretary of defense for environment about water contamination on military bases. Also testifying is a former Army reservist with at least 16 relatives near Colorado Springs’ Air Force and Army installations diagnosed with cancer.
Are Our Nuclear Bombers on 24-Hour Alert?
The Air Force is preparing to put nuclear-armed bombers back on 24-hour alert. “This is yet one more step in ensuring that we’re prepared,” Gen. David Goldfein, AF chief of staff, says.
