The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) commenced air operations May 3, 2018, in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR). "Our flight operations in support of OIR demonstrate the continued commitment of the U.S. and regional partner nations to eliminating the terrorist group ISIS, and the threat it poses to the international community," said Commander, HSTCSG, Rear Adm. Gene Black.
Three Aircraft Of Each Type Requested By The German Government
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Germany of three C-130J-30 aircraft and three KC-130J, along with four engines for each aircraft and associated equipment, for an estimated cost of $1.40 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale last week.
The Newport News Shipbuilding division of Huntington Ingalls Industries has built 70 percent of the structures necessary to complete the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), the company said recently.
Nine Airmen Fatally Injured When The Plane Went Down In GA
The Puerto Rico National Guard has released the names of the victims of the WC-130 Hercules aircraft accident, which occurred May 2, 2018, near Hilton Head Airport in Savannah, Georgia.
Tropical Storm Season Preparedness Tour Being Conducted This Week
In effort to build a Weather-Ready Nation ahead of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season, NOAA’s hurricane experts will tour five U.S. Gulf Coast cities from this week to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for the upcoming hurricane season.
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