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U.S. Air Force Halts M18 Pistol Use After Tragedy

7/25/2025

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The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command has halted the use of the M18 pistol after a tragic incident claimed the life of a Security Forces airman at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. Effective July 21, 2025, this precautionary measure seeks to prioritize safety while investigations unfold regarding the pistol's risk of accidental discharge.

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The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command has halted the use of the M18 pistol after a tragic incident claimed the life of a Security Forces airman at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. Effective July 21, 2025, this precautionary measure seeks to prioritize safety while investigations unfold regarding the pistol's risk of accidental discharge.