And, the Air Force is giving airmen the option to sign up for a longer tour in South Korea after they arrive in the country. Until a recent policy change, airmen had to sign up for the Korea Assignment Incentive Program before they arrived in Korea. The program pays $300 a month to airmen who agree to tack an additional 12 months onto their tour. Read more here.
Sustainment of the F-35 is rapidly becoming the most profitable part of the program, as growing numbers of jets, bases and depots drives a greater demand for parts and services, top Lockheed Martin officials said in an April 20 corporate earnings call. The comments come against a backdrop of criticism…