F-35 Office Eyes More Pilot Simulator Training
US Navy CAPT Robert Betts of the F-35 training management office said the program is looking at reducing live training hours for the fighter jets’ pilots and moving to simulators as a way to cut sustainment costs.
Change in Schedule for School Meal Program
St. Mary’s County public school system announces changes in the schedule for curbside meal distribution. Meals are available for students 18 and younger. Meals can be picked up from any participating school site even if your student attends a different school.
YMCA Report Presented to Commissioners
The YMCA Campaign Planning Study Report was recently presented to the St. Mary’s County commissioners in May.
’22 Budget Will ‘Shrink’ the Fleet
CNO ADM Mike Gilday told Congress this week that flat or declining Navy budgets ‘will definitely shrink’ the fleet, reports USNI. The Navy has for years been building toward a goal of 355 ships, but only has enough money for 300 vessels with its current budget.
Navy Takes Delivery of 1st TH-73A
The first operational TH-73A helicopter was presented to the US Navy last week at a ceremony in Philadelphia.
Atlantic Hurricane Season Has Begun
The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and goes through Nov. 30, 2021. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services urges residents to begin safety preparations in advance.
Military Firearms Keep Disappearing
An investigation has found that at least 1,900 US military firearms were lost or stolen during the 2010s, with some resurfacing in violent crimes.
Vaccines to Be Offered at Juneteenth Event
The St. Mary’s County Health Department will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations at the 2021 Juneteenth Festival. The event will be held at John G. Lancaster Park at 21550 Willows Road in Lexington Park from 2 to 6 pm Saturday, June 19, 2021.
Juneteenth Event to Feature Jazz Concert
The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions’ 2021 Juneteenth celebration will be held Saturday, June 19, in Lexington Park. A jazz concert will be featured from 4 to 6 pm.
IG Report: P-8A Readiness Rates Drop
An evaluation of the readiness of the US Navy’s P-8A Poseidon says the aircraft’s mission capable rates have fallen below the targets set by Naval Air Forces. The May 19 report was released by the DoD’s Office of the Inspector General.
