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Army air crew training revamp to look at aircraft and simulators
Big changes are coming to Army aviation, leaders say.
By Todd South
Military sexual assault rate higher than DOD estimates, report finds
During the war in Afghanistan, 24% of active duty women and 1.9% of active duty men experienced sexual assault, the report found.
US envoy expresses regret over alleged sex crimes by troops on Okinawa
Two alleged sexual assaults by U.S. troops on Okinawa have again stoked resentment of the heavy U.S. troop presence on the island.
By Mari Yamaguchi
First batch of Marine amphibious combat vehicles arrive in Okinawa
The vehicle had its overseas operational debut in May.
By Todd South
Japan protests sex assault cases involving US military on Okinawa
Japan’s government has protested to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo over at least two sexual assault cases involving U.S. troops on Okinawa.
By Mari Yamaguchi
Navy slows procurement of key vessel for Marine littoral maneuvers
Nine vessels delivered so far with a full fleet replacement number of 72 needed.
By Todd South
Marines Corps’ landing ship taking longer, costing more than planned
A key vessel Marines need to move around in a potential island shootout with China is two years behind schedule.
By Todd South
Six decades later, Marine Vietnam veteran awarded Silver Star
Lance Cpl. Milo Plank Jr.’s actions likely saved the life of a Marine who would receive the Medal of Honor for his heroics in the same battle.
By Todd South
New rocket rounds give Marines ways to stay hidden while firing
The current version of the launcher creates a bright flash and large smoke cloud when fired, potentially giving away the position of Marines.
By Todd South
Military sexual assault totals down, but trust among women remains low
Less than half of women in the military trust leaders to properly handle reports of sexual assault, according to new Pentagon data.
In reversal of recent years, military sex assault reports drop
A confidential survey also found a 19% drop in the number service members who said they'd experienced some type of unwanted sexual contact.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press