Leaders doubled down on the importance of acquisition transformation within the DAF Battle Network framework, highlighting the department’s focus on maturing architecture and delivering capability at operational speed.
Senior DAF leaders emphasized that warfighting readiness, modernization and investment in Airmen and Guardians remain central to maintaining deterrence and preparing for future conflict during a panel discussion at the 2026 Warfare Symposium.
In his first major address since becoming Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ken Wilsbach highlighted readiness and how the service is responding to a complex and ambiguous strategic environment.
During his keynote at the 2026 Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink laid out his vision for the Department of the Air Force’s acquisition transformation effort.
The DAF has been investing in its readiness and training with more sophisticated operational exercises, changes to enhance the rapid deployment of forces, and the regular exercise of mission command.
State of the Force | Sept. 16, 2019
Air Force update | Sept. 17, 2019
Connecting Airman To The Flight | Sept. 18, 2019
Remarks from the Secretary of Defense | Sept. 18, 2019