Science & Tech
A new Marine training course aims to break old habits
The Operational Certification course was established after two surf-zone rollovers in the Amphibious Combat Vehicle.
Threats
Retired admirals, Project Overmatch will figure in Navy’s upcoming giant exercise
The second annual edition of the Large Scale Exercise will feature multiple crises erupting around the world.
Ideas
Why the U.S. still needs ground forces in Europe
Moscow’s setbacks notwithstanding, refocusing on China would be a mistake.
Threats
Gearbox problem caused fatal Osprey crash, Marines say
The incident was the 16th hard clutch engagement since 2010, but the first that resulted in deaths.
Ideas
NATO’s defense demands Eastern Front improvements
The recent summit largely avoided urgent questions about the mismatch between available forces and the Russian threat.
Defense Systems
How many Super Hornets are ready to fly? The Navy’s tracking tools disagree
Congressional Budget Office examined two systems that use different metrics to track F/A-18 availability.
Business
Software problems will cut F-35 deliveries this year, Lockheed says
The delays will cost the company about $7 million per jet.
Ideas
Navies don't agree on naval-warfare law. Here's how to keep legal fissures from sinking your coalition
A new manual can help the U.S. and its partners stay on the same page.
Science & Tech
F-35 test squadron works to wring out upgrade problems
Delays to the TR-3 upgrade have dozens of jets on hold.
Policy
Proposed marijuana waivers acknowledge blunt recruiting truths
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle want to remove a barrier to joining the U.S. military.
Policy
Tuberville blocks Marine confirmation, leaving Corps with an acting commandant
Gen. David Berger relinquished his position hours before the motion, handing authorities over to Assistant Commandant Gen. Eric Smith.
Business
New Germany-based F-35 fuselage factory will allow Lockheed to boost production
The Weeze-based factory will replace a factory previously operated by Turkey.
Threats
Almost But Not Quite: Acting Commandant Will Face Limitations In Role
Gen. Eric Smith will have to juggle the Marine Corps’ top two positions when Gen. David Berger retires.
Policy
'No Regrets': Gen. Berger Defends Force Design Decisions
The danger of not modernizing was “very clear, not just gut feel,” says outgoing commandant.
Business
Pentagon Could Block 80-Plus Deliveries of F-35s
The Pentagon has stopped accepting newly built stealth fighters from Lockheed until tech trials are finished.
Policy
Joint Force Lacks “Common Aimpoint” For Modernization Efforts, Outgoing Commandant Says
Gen. Berger said the Marine Corps has been innovative, but still has a lot of work to do.
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