Upgrades ahead across the special operations helicopter fleet
Better targeting, lighter airframes and more firepower are on the docket.
By Todd South
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Blast monitoring, better body armor in store for US special operators
From gloves to body armor, SOF expects to upgrade all their kit in the coming years.
By Todd South
Army spec ops training changes for future fights
The “Q Course” has undergone big changes this year, many of which are aimed at building the type of operator needed for what the Pentagon sees as a shift to the “competition phase” of rebuking Russia and China.
By Kyle Rempfer
Mental health care is the key to keeping spec ops forces ready for the next fight
Special operations funding should include mental health and family support, lawmakers say.
SOCOM boss calls for another ethics review
The head of U.S. Special Operations Command wants to know what's wrong with SOF culture.
Florida program puts commandos back in uniform and out on the streets as law enforcement officers
Florida transition program puts SOFs on the streets and back in uniform.
By Kristine Froeba
SOCOM: Bulk of war casualties may be operators but SOF readiness is at all-time high
The toll on U.S. special operators and their enablers is on a pace to be worse than last year.
By Kyle Rempfer
Looking for friends: Green Berets are busy in China’s backyard
From kickstarting a new Mongolian trainer force to training with Philippine troops to retake islands in the South China Sea, 1st Group has been busy.
By Kyle Rempfer
Defense Department to ban beer and pizza? Mandatory keto diet may enhance military performance
The controversial ketogenic or “keto” diet may be the future of the military, some defense officials say.
By Kristine Froeba
Will Marine Raiders leave California to consolidate on the East Coast?
No final decision has been made regarding the consolidation effort, a Marine official said.
By Shawn Snow
Spec ops’ roles to deter Russia may shift more to conventional soldiers
Congress wants to ensure special operations forces are being used for appropriate missions.
By Kyle Rempfer