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Adapting to aerial threats: How ACC’s Point Defense Task Force is transforming installation defense

Senior Airman Katie Mullikin — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:32:00 GMT

Air Combat Command's Point Defense Task Force conducts testing and analysis to guide Air Force decisions on safeguarding air bases from diverse aerial threats, including drones and cruise missiles.

CMSAF Leadership Library: August 2026

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:18:00 GMT

Chief Wolfe presents the new CMSAF Leadership Library

Hegseth renames Joint Base Charleston to honor late Sen. Lindsey Graham

C. Todd Lopez — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:48:00 GMT

Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, became Joint Base Lindsey Graham during a ceremony Aug. 10 to rename the installation after the late senator, Air Force veteran and South Carolina native son.

Joint Base Andrews to gain HH-60W, 5th Helicopter Squadron to support contingency response operations

Pentagon News — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Air Force has selected Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, as the preferred location to replace the existing 26 UH-1N “Huey” helicopters with 26 HH-60W helicopters. Andrews will stand up the 5th Helicopter Squadron, the first unit on base to receive the HH-60W.

CMSAF announces EPME Modernization, additional enlisted force initiatives at AFSA Summit

Pentagon News — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:01:00 GMT

During his keynote address at AFSA Summit 26, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David R. Wolfe unveiled a sweeping overhaul of enlisted professional development, alongside key updates to promotion processes and spouse employment support.

DAF updates COVID-19 reinstatement process, reduces time for members returning to service

Pentagon News — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:49:00 GMT

The DAF has streamlined its COVID-19 reinstatement process by establishing parallel processing for medical screening and military record correction board actions alongside deploying dedicated reinstatement case managers.

Three nations, one force: Allied integration makes the operational world smaller

Kris Pierce — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

A French A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Phénix refueled U.S. and U.K. RC-135 aircraft during a historic exercise over central France, marking the first air-to-air refueling integration among the United States, United Kingdom and France within the RC-135 enterprise.

AF Week in Photos

Pentagon News — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:47:06 GMT

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

Air Mobility Command welcomes new commander

Pentagon News — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:25:00 GMT

Lt. Gen. Daniel H. Tulley officially assumed command of AMC during a ceremony presided over by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach at Scott AFB, Aug. 3.

A-10s take fini flight at Davis-Monthan AFB

Airman Najzee Kuzu, 355th Wing Public Affairs — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:47:00 GMT

A-10C Thunderbolt IIs took their final flights at Davis-Monthan AFB, marking the end of nearly 50 years of operations for the aircraft at the installation.

AF Week in Photos

Pentagon News — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:09:02 GMT

A Legacy of Sacrifice: Airmen, Soldiers wounded in 2003 attack recognized at Purple Heart ceremony

Staff Sgt. Jackson Manske — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:25:00 GMT

Two Air Force veterans received the Purple Heart, July 29, during a ceremony in the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes.

Air Force announces Outstanding Airmen for 2026

Pentagon News — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:04:00 GMT

Air Force officials selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2026.

‘We are the ember’: Gen. Dale White demands speed on Air Force programs

Allyson B. Crawford, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Public Affairs — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:31:00 GMT

Gen. Dale White spoke at Life Cycle Industry Days urging a shift in defense acquisition to a warfighting function emphasizing speed, integration and shared accountability with industry.

From demoted Airman to CMSAF: Where it all began

Airman Trevor Temple — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:58:00 GMT

CMSAF Wolfe visited F.E. Warren AFB to serve as grand marshal of Cheyenne Frontier Days and reflect on his early career.

The maintainers behind global power

Tech. Sgt. Rebecca Wirth — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

For approximately 100 crew chiefs who call the 171st home, their work goes far beyond routine maintenance and pre-flight inspections. Every takeoff is backed by hours of training, working in year-round weather conditions, and nonstop troubleshooting to keep the nearly 70-year-old KC-135s flying.

Air Force tests collaborative combat aircraft at Creech AFB

Pentagon News — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:49:00 GMT

The future of air combat is being forged in the Nevada desert as the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft Experimental Operations Unit pushed the boundaries of semi-autonomous technology during a recent Agile Combat Employment exercise.

Basic Cadet Training program prepares basics for Academy life

Tech. Sgt. Zach Vaughn — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Every summer, the U.S. Air Force Academy's Basic Cadet Training program introduces its newest basic cadets to military life. Over 38 days, MTIs and Cadet Cadre teach the customs, standards and teamwork that prepare them for the academic year and life in the Cadet Wing.

McConnell AFB team member creates innovative solution to persistent problem

Amn Daniel Obi — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:21:00 GMT

A McConnell AFB Innovation Lab initiative led to the creation of a 3D-printed funnel that improves KC-46A Pegasus engine servicing.

Maintaining airlift effectiveness: 62nd AMXS stands up Phoenix AMU

Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales and Senior Airman Benjamin Riddle — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

By creating a third AMU to mirror existing capabilities, the 62nd AMXS aligns maintenance Airmen with deployment cycles and fosters improved scheduling and team continuity.