Marty Kauchak
Group Editor Marty Kauchak is a retired US Navy Captain, having served for more than 23 years in the surface warfare community. His insights and knowledge about training and simulation were gained through five operational assignments and major staff management positions. In addition to Marty’s military experience, he brings expertise as a former editor and writer for defence publications in the US and overseas. He also developed unique perspectives and knowledge about training during his time as congressional and media outreach coordinator for the US DoD’s Training Transformation Program. Marty is based in New Orleans.
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The US Navy stimulated a flurry of activity in the defense jet-training community on the cusp of the July 4 Independence holiday with its issuance of yet another request for information (RFI) for its evolving Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS). Marty Kauchak updates on the developments. 8 July 2024
Military organizations and their industry partners around the globe are frequently announcing new uses for AI across their defense learning portfolios. In this first piece, we’ll examine two developments in maintenance training programs. 2 July 2024
Marty Kauchak highlights 2024 as a crucial year for eVTOL OEMs, awaiting regulatory approvals while underfunded manufacturers may struggle, regardless of their advanced design innovations. 24 June 2024
Marty Kauchak reports on Istari Digital's AFWERX contract to integrate Air Force models, enhancing digital twin capabilities for secure, real-time, digital collaboration across diverse data types. 21 June 2024
Marty Kauchak reports that the US Congress is on track to deliver the FY2025 DoD budget by October 1, emphasizing global training collaborations and AI integration. 18 June 2024
Marty Kauchak offers an in-depth exploration of the critical role played by simulator technicians in the aviation industry, highlighting their essential contributions to maintaining the reliability and effectiveness of flight training systems worldwide. 13 June 2024
Marty Kauchak reports on a B-52 crew's award-winning crisis management, highlighting the vital role of training in maintaining the aircraft's operational readiness. 10 June 2024
BALTOPS 2024 is currently underway, featuring 19 NATO nations, 50+ ships, 85+ aircraft, and 9,000 personnel. The largest amphibious and mine countermeasure forces coalition in NATO history is participating. Marty Kauchak reports. 10 June 2024
Marty Kauchak reports that the FY 2025 Defense Appropriations Bill, released by the US House Appropriations Committee, includes increased funding for DIU, training devices, and the Pacific Deterrence Initiative. 6 June 2024
Marty Kauchak highlights the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit's extensive eight-and-a-half-month deployment with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, emphasizing live and simulated training across various geographic regions and operational commands. 29 May 2024
