Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief of Staff, on Monday issued the list of books that he recommends airmen read in 2009. “Continued education is a crucial part of being a professional warrior,” said Schwartz in a release Dec. 8. He continued, “The books we have selected for our 2009 reading list capture a rich history, both intense and compelling, that offer a perspective to tackle the challenges of today and tomorrow.” Click here for the 12-book collection.
Lockheed Martin plans to enter the Advanced Tactical Trainer fray to supply the Air Force with a new jet to bridge between undergraduate flight instruction and fighter training units, but declined to say whether it will offer a T-50A derivative, a different non-developmental airplane, or a clean-sheet design. It's comments…