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Global Strike resumes using M18 pistol with new inspection rules

The Air Force suspended use of the pistol after an airman was fatally shot with one at F.E. Warren Air Force Base.

By Stephen Losey

3 weeks ago

SIG SAUER, Inc. is proud to announce the delivery of the 100,000th M17 and M18 for the Modular Handgun System program to the U.S. Military, ahead of schedule, and surpassing the performance standards and requirements since the official contract award in January 2017.

Air Force suspends use of M18 pistols after airman’s death

A leaked memo called for the M18 to be pulled from use “for all operational and training activities” immediately and replaced by the M-4 rifle.

By Zita Ballinger Fletcher

8 weeks ago

The evolution of military tattoos, from Sailor Jerry to skull logos

For generations, tattoos have served as both a rite of passage and a record of service for members of the military.

By Clay Beyersdorfer

8 weeks ago

White House taps Global Strike head as next Air Force vice chief

The last Air Force vice chief, Gen. Jim Slife, was fired by President Trump in February without explanation as part of a broader purge of military leaders.

By Stephen Losey

9 weeks ago

Lawmaker proposes Iranian Campaign Medal for strikes on nuclear sites

Pilots and supporting service members involved in the complex airstrikes would be eligible for the new military medal.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

DOD terminates troubled HomeSafe contract for military moves

The Pentagon terminated the Global Household Goods Contract with HomeSafe Alliance, citing its inability to carry out military moves.

By Karen Jowers

3 months ago