After years of neglect and numerous military budget cuts, the U.S air force is slowly roaring back to life. The Trump administration has made good its promise to reverse the course of reduced spending in the military. The military was granted a total budget of $684 billion dollars for the fiscal year 2019. Although the Air force is the youngest of the military branches, it … [Read more...] about Coveted technology contract for the Air Force is awarded to powerhouse General Dynamics
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Talking to an Air Force Recruiter: Ask the Right Questions
Joining the Air Force because you want to serve your country is a very noble thing. However, this isn't a decision you should make lightly. In addition, not everybody will qualify and it's important to know what to expect before you enlist. Here are a few basic questions you should an Air Force recruiter if you're considering joining. What are the Requirements to Join the Air … [Read more...] about Talking to an Air Force Recruiter: Ask the Right Questions
Air Force Ready to Direct Energy Weapons but Deployment Could be an Issue
The military along with its partners in industry have been figuring out ways to build lasers and other directed energy weapons over the past 20 years. Many of the devices that were initially chemical lasers have now become more reliable. Even the power has grown from a few watts to dozens of kilowatts. But, it is still not as good as it sounds. In an address in … [Read more...] about Air Force Ready to Direct Energy Weapons but Deployment Could be an Issue
House Armed Services Committee Members Advanced a $610 Billion Defense Policy Bill
House Armed Services Committee members have forwarded a $610 billion defense policy bill. According to its supporters, the policy will completely fund the military needs while the others criticized it as just another budgeting gimmick that would create more problems than it would solve. The annual defense authorization bill draft was approved by the panel with 60 votes in … [Read more...] about House Armed Services Committee Members Advanced a $610 Billion Defense Policy Bill
Pentagon?s New Base Closure Plan has Army and Air Force Based on the Forefront
According to a new study, the Army would be severely impacted by Pentagon?s controversial step to close some of the military bases. According to a recent report sent by the Defense Department on Friday to Congress, the military currently holds 22 percent more than required space with its network of installations. In addition, the report concluded that the Army has 33 percent … [Read more...] about Pentagon?s New Base Closure Plan has Army and Air Force Based on the Forefront