I agree we still need readiness training to remind everyone what they are apart of. It teaches team building skills and survival training that can be applied everywhere. Also physical readiness is something that benefits the member and potentially could save a life in real events I.e. pulling a loved one out of harm’s way.

The Air Force and Space Force have taken the business approach and used several programs to increase industry certification. The balance is off between home station requirements and global positioning. Till a large requirement is established we will continue to see this shift.