VICTORY For SIG: Air Force Clears Controversial Sidearm After Finding Issues
This entry details the US Air Force's decision to return the Sig Sauer M18 pistol to service after a comprehensive inspection following an incident. The inspection, ordered by Global Strike Command, involved checking all 7,970 M18s in possession. While 191 pistols were found to have excessive wear on critical components and were removed for repair, the vast majority were cleared for service. The Air Force emphasized that no discharges were attributed to weapon malfunctions and highlighted ongoing enhanced inspection procedures and safe handling reinforcement.









