Nuclear command and control
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| October 2024 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Replacement aircraft officially named E-130J.
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| 2022 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Development of E-XX TACAMO replacement aircraft began in earnest.
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| 2021 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Purchased a Royal Air Force E-3D Sentry aircraft for conversion into a dedicated E-6 trainer.
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| 2020 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Navy decided to independently develop an E-XX TACAMO replacement aircraft.
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| 2020 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Initial orders placed for EC-130J variant as E-6 replacement.
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| 2020 | Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program enters the design review phase, marking a significant milestone in modernizing the United States' strategic nuclear infrastructure. |
| 2020 | Nuclear Matters Handbook was revised, providing updated guidance on nuclear weapon employment decision-making process, including the President's advisory consultation with senior military and defense leaders. |
| 2018 |
43 Commando Fleet Protection Group
P Rifle Squadron was reformed within the 43 Commando Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines, expanding the unit's organizational structure.
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| 2015 |
43 Commando Fleet Protection Group
Conducted an 'Underway Boarding Exercise' in conjunction with a local ferry, demonstrating the unit's maritime security and boarding capabilities.
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| 2015 |
Boeing E-6 Mercury
Air Force and Navy recognized the need for new aircraft to replace E-4 and E-6 models.
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| 2015 | Nuclear Matters Handbook was previously published, describing protocols for nuclear weapon decision-making procedures. |
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