Capt. Nicholas Lee, a member of the 437th Aerial Port Squadron at Charleston AFB, S.C., has received the Bronze Star medal for his meritorious service during a year-long deployment to Afghanistan. Imbedded as an instructor with the Afghan National Army, Lee commanded 70 mounted patrols, covering nearly 1,500 miles, reported Charleston’s Post and Courier. During the 2009 Afghan presidential elections, he administered and secured polling sites in several contested provinces across the nation. This included leading two air assault missions in the Kohe Safi district of Parwan province that enabled 1,200 Afghans to cast their ballots, who otherwise would not have had the chance. Lee took possession of his medal during a Nov. 22 ceremony. (See also North Charleston Live 5 report)
Competitors Not Picked for CCA Look Forward to Increment 2
April 25, 2024
While none of the major aircraft contractors were selected to develop the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, all three say they are seeking further autonomous aircraft work for the Navy, foreign partners, or in the classified arena, and maybe future versions of the CCA itself.