CROWS – The Defense Post

Apr- 2026 -

8 April

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron pose for a group photo following the completion of a Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station certification course at Cellina Meduna Range, Italy, March 26, 2025. The course certified 10 Airmen from the 39th SFS on the CROWS, expanding base defense capabilities in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Sjoberg)

US Base in Turkey Boosts Defense With CROWS Squad Certification

The US Air Force has certified personnel at Incirlik Air Base in Turkey on the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station, expanding the pool of qualified operators for installation security.

US Army Buys Additional 409 CROWS Remote Weapon Stations

The US Army has ordered additional Commonly Remotely Operated Weapon Stations from Norway’s Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.

US Air Force to Enhance Warfighter Capabilities with New Shift5 Contract

The US Air Force Cyber Resiliency of Weapons Systems will further enhance its warfighter capabilities with a recent contract to Shift5, a cybersecurity company that protects planes, trains, and tanks from cyberattacks.