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The Integrated Distributed Combat Force

The Coming of the F-35 and the Dynamics of Change in Air Force C2 Systems

Posted on July 7, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
07/07/2014
"We clearly do not want to operate fifth generation aircraft with a third generation command and control system."
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

Shaping a 21st Century Presence and Assault Force: Visiting the USS America, Military Sealift Command and Second Marine Air Wing

Posted on July 6, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
07/06/2014
Second Marine Air Wing, the USS America and the Military Sealift Command are all part of an innovation cycle.. And this innovation cycle is reshaping the amphibious task force.
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

A New Video of the Month: Focus on F-35B

Posted on July 2, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
07/02/2014
MAWTS is working closely with the 121 squadron to introduce the F-35 not just to USMC aviation but to the MAGTF.
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, Video, What's New

F-35B STOVL Mode Formation Flight Testing

Posted on July 1, 2014 | by SysAdmin
07/01/2014
Two F-35B aircraft flew in close formation for the first time in short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) mode, also known as Mode 4, on Feb. 11, 2014, at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
Posted in HOME, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, Video, Video of the month

The Skipper Discusses the USS America: Shaping an Innovative Path to 21st Century Operations

Posted on June 29, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
06/29/2014
In this interview, Captain Hall focuses on the way ahead for the largest amphibious ship the US has ever built. According to the Captain: I'm pretty excited to see the innovative approaches and ideas AMERICA facilitates with regard to amphibious ops and warfighting in general.
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

Admiral Manazir on the Impact of Global Partnerships for Deterrence in Depth

Posted on June 27, 2014 | by SysAdmin
06/27/2014
According to Rear Admiral Manazir, in the tense settings of the future, the partnerships with allied navies will be force multipliers.
Posted in The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

MAWTS and VMFA 121 Prepare the Marines for the Entry of the F-35B

Posted on June 23, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
06/23/2014
MAWTS is working with the USMC's first operational F-35 squadron to prepare for tactics and training.
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

Shaping 21st Century Operational Capabilities: Enabling the Assault Force with Dynamic Situational Awareness

Posted on June 21, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
06/21/2014
How do we provide the end user with the right information and provide them the right flexibility to see what they need?
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New
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