Malfunctioning drone hits Navy ship while training
The USS Chancellorsville was struck by a malfunctioning aerial target drone on the afternoon of Nov. 16 in Southern California. The drone was used for testing the ship’s radar. Two sailors were treated for minor burns. Damage has not been assessed yet. The ship is sailing to Naval Base San Diego for the assessment.
Aid missions boost US troops’ image readiness
In light of the recent Haiyan typhoon in the Philippines, US troops were sent in to help with humanitarian efforts. They can be a huge publicity piece for US troops whose presence isn’t always welcome, according to a story done by the Associated Press. From the military point of view, these are to help with training and building alliances.
US military eyes cut to pay, benefits
Because of the shrinking Pentagon budget, the military’s top commanders have agreed to a plan to cut pay and benefits. Housing, education and health would all experience a cutback plan. The decision has yet to be approved by Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and President Barack Obama.
Kate Shelton 