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Today's Navy Rate is for Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Fuels (ABF)! Watch this quick video to learn more about the Navy's "Purple shirts" or click on the link! Do you know anyone who is or was a Navy ABF? Tag them in the comments below! Video credits: DVIDS US Navy #NavyJobs #NavyRate #NavalAir #NexGenSailor #NextGenerationSailor

Thirty-three years ago - toward what would end up being the end of Operation Desert Storm - the ordinance crew from Attack Squadron Three-Five (VA-35) loaded 22 Mk-82 500lb (230 kg) unguided, low drag general purpose bombs onto our squadron's A-6E Intruder. During the Persian Gulf War it is estimated that 4,500 GBU-12/Mk-82 were dropped onto Iraqi forces - all loaded by the strong backs of sailors and airmen. From the pictures below the task of uploading 22 500 pound bombs on a single aircraft is hard, back breaking labor. The burden of loading these weapons onto a four aircraft division only added to the daily stress and fatigue for the crew who worked tirelessly for more than 6 months. That's more than 45,000 lbs (22 tons) of ordnance - not to mention the time it took to prepare the weapons for safe release. The dedication and commitment by our Navy sailors never wavered - true unsung heroes of VA-35 and Navy Squadrons deployed in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf. As a young naval officer, division officer, and squadron pilot I watched them toil, without complaint, instead joking and chiding each other to do more despite their exhaustion. On this given day I decided to help decrease their burden loading those weapons - just one sailor helping another - silently - without hesitation. Regardless of rank - are you willing to roll up your sleeves - and help those who never ask for help? Are you uninhibited by hierarchy? #navy, #navalaviation, #leadership, #usnavy, #innovation, #usna, #calledtoserve

🪖 What's key challenge for Modi’s third term in defence field? A key challenge for Modi 3.0 will be sustaining the momentum of military modernization. Over the past years, the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force have seen upgrades, including: ▪️Navy’s first indigenous aircraft carrier; ▪️New destroyers and submarines; ▪️Advanced fighter jets for the Air Force. 🚀 India has also taken major steps towards self-reliance in weapons manufacturing.

From Combat to Construction: the experiences of ex-military tradespeople 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehYGaew8 Have you noticed that there's a lot of crossover between being in the military and being in the trade? 🤔 In anticipation of Armed Forces Day tomorrow, discover how three UK tradespeople transitioned from military service to civilian trades. Read the article to learn about their unique challenges, shared skills, and how military discipline shapes their trade careers. #ArmedForcesDay #ConstructionNews

Capable aircraft like F-22 Raptor is a key requirement for air dominance.

This week of Project Convergence - Capstone 4 experimentation at Fort Irwin, Calif., has focused on Human Machine Integration. Soldiers are experimenting with how the small tactical unit can fight in the future with increased lethality through robotic-enabled maneuver. Watch the video below to learn more about how Soldiers are looking for creative and effective ways to use machines to protect and preserve human formations. US Army | US Navy | United States Air Force | United States Marine Corps | United States Space Force | United States Department of Defense | British Army | Defence Australia | New Zealand Defence Force | Japan Ground Self-Defense Force | Armée de Terre | Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes

Proper Human-Machine Partnership (yes Partnership vice Integration is used on purpose) if fielded, trained, then cyclically improved will increase not only maneuver capabilities, but enable commander decision-space while driving down risks to the force. The possibilities are wide and deep. But we must never forget the enemy is doing the same, most of the time without the acquisition difficulties and bureaucracy found in the US DOTMLPF process.

The Military Awards System is corrupted and overwhelmingly favors officers. Can someone explain what is going on here. As you can see in the main picture, as a BGen this officer does not have the Combat Action Ribbon (CAR). Then top right as a 3 star, he doesn't have the CAR either. Then bottom as a 4 star, he has the CAR....how did this happen? The CAR is for Colonels and below "who have actively participated in ground or surface combat." The ribbon is awarded to members of the Navy and Marine Corps with a rank no higher than captain and colonel, respectively. So how does a 4 star end up with the CAR all of a sudden? Also see my Podcast on the Broken Military Awards System. https://lnkd.in/duZYvm4z

Glad to be here® isn’t just a phrase—it’s a mindset that powers the elite Blue Angels, as highlighted in their new documentary. This spirit of gratitude and excellence is what we champion at John Foley Inc. 👉 Dive into the full post to explore how this simple statement can transform challenges into triumphs. #BlueAngels #Leadership #Teamwork #GladToBeHere

The newest issue of Approach Magazine is out now! Read the stats and stories shared by Navy and Marine Corps aviation professionals ➡ https://lnkd.in/gP9T_aS2 #NavalSafety #MarineCorps #USNavy #NavalAviation #AviationSafety #FlyNavy #FlyMarines