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military2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Osprey Crash Prompts US Military to Ground Fleet

The U.S. military has grounded its entire fleet of V-22 Osprey aircraft following a crash off the coast of Japan that killed eight Air Force Special Operations Command service members. Investigators suspect a materiel failure, prompting the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force to halt flights while the investigation proceeds. Boeing and Bell, the manufacturers of the aircraft, are ready to provide support if requested. The CV-22, the Air Force's Special Operations variant of the Osprey, is under scrutiny due to previous accidents. The cause of the recent crash is still unknown.

via The Washington Post|

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military2 years ago•4 min saved

"Air Force Overhauls Training Programs for Special Ops Jobs and NCOs"

The Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is conducting a review of its training methods for airmen across all career fields, aiming to adapt to a new era of combat and prepare for future challenges. The review, led by AFSOC Commander Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind, will result in changes to the initial qualification and advanced training phases. The first change proposed is the removal of combat dive training from the initial training pipeline for special tactics, combat control, and special reconnaissance officers. The Air Force believes that these skills may no longer be relevant in future combat environments. Instead, combat diving may become a special qualification earned later in an airman's career if needed. The review reflects AFSOC's efforts to ensure that airmen receive training that is relevant to the evolving combat landscape.

via AirForceTimes.com|

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