Mattis Meets Slovenian Defense Minister, Salutes Nations’ Close Partnership

During his meeting with Slovenian Defense Minister Andreja Katič at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis thanked the minister for her country’s friendship and security partnership with the United States and NATO.

DoD Participates in ‘Where Can STEM Take You’ Expo

The Defense Department is supporting the 5th annual USA Science and Engineering Festival with several exhibits providing opportunities for attendees to interact with DoD science, technology, engineering and math professionals.

Wounded Troops Share Stories, Strength

Eight wounded service members returned to Afghanistan as part of the 24th iteration of Operation Proper Exit, to bring a message of hope and resiliency to soldiers through frank discussions about the best outcomes for some of the worst injuries soldiers face.

Wounded Troops Share Stories, Strength

Eight wounded service members returned to Afghanistan as part of the 24th iteration of Operation Proper Exit, to bring a message of hope and resiliency to soldiers through frank discussions about the best outcomes for some of the worst injuries soldiers face.

CMSAF addresses joint duty assignment senior enlisted leaders

“Why are you guys here?” Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright asked the first-ever Air Force Element Senior Enlisted Leader Conference at the Pentagon. More than 50 senior leaders from across U.S. combatant commands and the Joint Staff responded with answers ranging from networking to developing leaders—and they were correct.

Cyber Students Learn While Gaming

Two students at the Naval Postgraduate School here have created a way to bridge a training gap in U.S. military cyber operations -- through a game they developed.

Coalition Strikes Continue Against ISIS Targets in Syria, Iraq

U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.

Face of Defense: Soldier Kicks It Up a Notch to Set Fitness Example

An Army intelligence officer at Hohenfels, Germany, knows a thing or two about meeting the Army’s physical and mental challenges. She's a functional fitness center working group member at the newest gym here and she can be found leading the way and setting an example for anyone bright enough to follow.

HDS Carbon - Understanding TotalScan and Sonar Channels 1&2

HDS Carbon from Lowrance comes with two separate sonar channels, as well as two different sonar ports on the back of the unit. The TotalScan transducer is only compatible with the 9-pin "Channel 2" port. Lowrance Product Expert, Jacob Scott, walks through the installation settings, and how to view sonar returns from sonar channel 2 and the TotalScan transducer. For more information, visit http://www.lowrance.com, and subscribe to this channel for the latest news and official Lowrance tips.

Cyber Students Learn While Gaming

Two students at the Naval Postgraduate School here have created a way to bridge a training gap in U.S. military cyber operations -- through a game they developed.

Coalition Strikes Continue Against ISIS Targets in Syria, Iraq

U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.

Face of Defense: Soldier Kicks It Up a Notch to Set Fitness Example

An Army intelligence officer at Hohenfels, Germany, knows a thing or two about meeting the Army’s physical and mental challenges. She's a functional fitness center working group member at the newest gym here and she can be found leading the way and setting an example for anyone bright enough to follow.

AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

Thunderbirds pilot identified

U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Slot Pilot Thunderbird 4, Maj. Stephen Del Bagno, was killed when his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range April 4, 2018, at approximately 10:30 a.m. during a routine aerial demonstration training flight.

Flag Folders

Sailors fold an American flag and a First Navy Jack after shifting colors on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt during a port visit in Singapore, April 6, 2018. Navy photo by Seaman Michael Hogan

Coalition Strikes Continue Against ISIS Targets in Syria, Iraq

U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.

Face of Defense: Soldier Kicks It Up a Notch to Set Fitness Example

An Army intelligence officer at Hohenfels, Germany, knows a thing or two about meeting the Army’s physical and mental challenges. She's a functional fitness center working group member at the newest gym here and she can be found leading the way and setting an example for anyone bright enough to follow.

AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

Thunderbirds pilot identified

U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Slot Pilot Thunderbird 4, Maj. Stephen Del Bagno, was killed when his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range April 4, 2018, at approximately 10:30 a.m. during a routine aerial demonstration training flight.

How Russian Adventurer Fedor Konyukhov Stays Connected with Iridium

In 2016, Fedor Konyukhov, a 65-year- Russian adventurer, broke a 14-year-old record for the fastest circumnavigation of the Earth in a hot air balloon in just over 11 days, and he is not stopping there. Iridium is now supporting three additional projects with him, including rowing around the world without entering the ports, a flight to space on a thermal balloon, and the first non-stop flight by plane around the Globe using the energy of sunlight. Take a look back to Fedor’s first record breaking trip around the world! If you'd like to learn more about Fedor Konyukhov's expeditions, visit: https://ift.tt/2H4qvlt