Modernization

Washington Report

October 01, 2024

CR Stalls Some Army, Air Force Modernization Programs

Fiscal 2025 has begun on a continuing resolution that keeps the federal government open but puts many military modernization programs on hold.

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Washington Report

February 13, 2024

Army Cancels Key Aviation Programs

The Army last week cancelled two programs that will significantly affect Army National Guard aviation modernization: the Future Attack Reconnaissance...

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February 13, 2024

Air Force Unveils Big Changes to Address China

The Department of the Air Force has unveiled a plan to reorient the service so it can prevail in future conflicts with China. The plan includes 24...

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January 23, 2024

DoD Expands Program to Renew USID Cards Online

Most Uniformed Services Identification card holders can now renew their cards online and receive them in the mail, instead of having to schedule an...

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ARNG Aviation Modernization

National Guard aviation must be equipped for the war fight while being prepared to respond to the needs of the homeland. This unique dual-status mission puts significant strain on the Army National Guard's aviation fleet enhancing capabilities, increasing safety and effectiveness of the National Guard.

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Washington Report

October 24, 2023

Many Older C-130H Aircraft Set for New Avionics

Many of the Air National Guard’s old C-130H Hercules cargo planes will soon be brought into the digital age. The Air Force announced plans last week...

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Washington Report

September 19, 2023

4 More Guard Wings Selected to Fly C-130Js

Four more Air National Guard airlift wings are set to convert to new intra-theater cargo planes. The Air Force announced Sept. 14 it has tentatively...

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September 12, 2023

Army Unveils New Abrams Modernization Plan

Army officials are cancelling their current upgrade plans for the M1 Abrams main battle tank in favor of a more significant modernization effort, the...

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July 06, 2023

Milley Makes Case for Rules-Based Order, Deterrence

The international rules-based order and the strategy of deterrence are not esoteric principles, but ideas that undergird world peace and are worth...

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April 25, 2023

Follow-On Aircraft Announced for Guard F-15 Units

Three more Air National Guard F-15C/D Eagle fighter units have learned of the plans for their follow-on aircraft. Last week, the Air Force said wings...

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Washington Report

January 31, 2023

NGB Leaders Detail Guard’s Future

The National Guard is an integral part of U.S. military might that is changing to remain effective for the future, Gen. Daniel R. Hokanson, chief of...

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Washington Report

January 19, 2023

NGB Chief to Army Guard Leaders: 'Tell Our Story’

The National Guard is integral to the National Defense Strategy, the Guard’s senior officer told Army Guard leaders meeting at Camp Robinson, Arkansas...

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