The first tri-service installation—Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst—is slated to become fully operational on Oct. 1. Last week, Air Mobility Command boss Gen. Arthur Lichte proclaimed the event “historic,” telling reporters, “This is the first and the only one with three services,” according to an Asbury Park Press report. The “new” installation, formed of an Air Force base, Army post, and Navy station by BRAC 2005, still poses “some challenges,” said Lichte. However, he added, “This is the way we should be operating in the future.” One of the still unresolved problems is that Lakehurst civilians are paid more than those at McGuire and Ft. Dix. Officials are working to bring pay parity for the same jobs to the Lakehurst level. The Air Force has the lead at this joint base, forming a new wing in March to manage the installation. (Also read Burlington County Times 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.