Cold-weather warfare, also known as cold-region warfare, arctic warfare or winter warfare, encompasses military operations affected by snow, ice, thawing conditions, or cold, both on land and at sea, as well as the strategies and tactics used by military forces in …

As the Fall season’s display of yellow to orange splendor fades, Winter weather moves in, and an impressive range of potential hazards are introduced.

Mar 19, 2025 · During World War II, the U.S. got a taste of what a war in the Arctic could look like. In the Battle of Attu, the Japanese army took the Aleutian island of Attu in Alaska and the 7th Infantry ...

Air Combat Command leadership recently published the command’s priorities: Readiness, Modernization, Agile Combat Employment, Taking Care of Airmen and Families. At first glance, some of you may not see a connection to the USAF’s safety programs, but to me, these priorities are the reason those programs exist.

Jan 30, 2012 · WASHINGTON -- Despite an unseasonably mild winter for much of the U.S., military safety officials offer a reminder that Old Man Winter still has two months to go as they underscore the importance of winter safety for service members and their families.

Dec 11, 2024 · Combat Edge is a quarterly publication of the Air Combat Command which features articles and stories focused upon safety and performance disciplines essential to maintaining the high standards of the Air Force.

Feb 2, 2023 · Community for current and past members of the US Air Force. Winter coat options? Are my only coat options the fleece or the $100000 massif jacket? Is there anything in between that is reasonable? Waffle top and fleece are a solid combination LT. Everyone doggin on this LT, but this is the correct move. Waffle Top plus fleece.

Jan 9, 2025 · U.S. Air Force (USAF) Brig. Gen. Jesse Friedel, USAF Warfare Center deputy commander, delivers a brief to Air Combat Command (ACC) leadership and the ACC Commander’s Group (CG) during the ACC...

The best way to prepare for old man winter and have a safe and tragedy-free winter season is to be proactive and incorporate risk management in every step you take. Some of the major areas to prepare for winter are your home, your vehicle, and yourself. ,

Nov 21, 2023 · Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, ice, sleet and freezing rain.