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99th FTS leaders become first AETC pilots qualified on T-7A Red Hawk

Benjamin Faske — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:04:00 GMT

In a historic milestone for future fifth- and sixth-generation fighter pilot production, two leaders from the 99th Flying Training Squadron have unlocked the unit's operational independence by becoming the first Air Education and Training Command pilots qualified on the T-7A Red Hawk.

Air Force forges decision advantage through logistics C2 hackathon

Debora Henley — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The 505th Command and Control Wing recently hosted a Logistics C2 Hackathon, focusing on solutions to accelerate decision timelines from tactical requirement generation to strategic execution.

Applications open through July 31 for Acquisition Instructor Course

Marisa Alia-Novobilski — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:27:00 GMT

The Department of the Air Force is accepting applications for Class 27A of the Acquisition Instructor Course until July 31. The 5.5-month program is designed to develop the next generation of tactical acquisition leaders and integrators.

AFMC effort aims to modernize theater setting, shifting legacy logistics to integrated capabilities

Marisa Alia-Novobilski — Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

AFMC is leading efforts to transform how the service pre-positions logistics across the globe by shifting from fragmented, dormant equipment stockpiles to dynamic, ready-to-fight capability packages, transforming theater logistics into an active strategic deterrent.

Reserve leaders prepare future military officers, strengthen community ties

Lt. Col. Carrie Kessler — Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

AFRC leadership toured Connecticut to engage with current and future Airmen, emphasizing the importance of education, perseverance and community service while highlighting the Air Force Reserve's workforce development initiatives and industry partnerships.

Citizen Airmen and the legacy of airpower: AFRC’s enduring bond with Team Robins

Air Force Reserve Command Historical Services Directorate — Fri, 15 May 2026 13:55:00 GMT

Air Force Reserve Command and Robins AFB emphasize the critical role of Citizen Airmen in sustaining aircraft, supporting global missions and maintaining the readiness of American airpower through the Total Force model, especially as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

PACAF commander visit highlights Kadena’s Indo-Pacific role

Air Force Airman 1st Class Francisco Huerta — Mon, 11 May 2026 20:22:00 GMT

The PACAF commander visited Kadena Air Base to assess operational capabilities and reinforce the installation’s role in sustaining combat power across the Indo-Pacific.

ANG leaders convene to align on wartime readiness, ‘bring the future faster’

Master Sgt. Sarah M. McClanahan — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:09:00 GMT

During the annual Wing Leader Fly-In, Air National Guard senior leadership outlined a strategic vision to "bring the future faster" by focusing on wartime readiness, modernizing equipment portfolios, and enhancing recruiting and retention efforts across the force.

Decision advantages formed by ACC’s Operations Analysis Squadron

Jasmine Braswell — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:25:00 GMT

ACC’s Operations Analysis Squadron worked with the United States Air Force Weapons School to develop an innovative eGradebook — a unified online platform with automated trend analysis and streamlined data entry.

Healy highlights Reserve advantage during AFA symposium

Air Force Reserve Command Public Affairs — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:30:00 GMT

The Commander of AFRC, Lt. Gen. John Healy, told Airmen and Guardians attending the Air and Space Forces 2026 Warfare Symposium that Reserve Airman are an advantage to the Department of the Air Force.

FSS Summit strengthens AFMC Force Support enterprise

Brian Dietrick — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The summit helps to ensure that Airmen and Guardians remain equipped to meet the evolving needs of the Air Force.

F-35 IIFTU graduates international class, reinforcing allied readiness at Luke AFB

Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:45:00 GMT

The ceremony marks a significant milestone in the F-35 program’s international training mission, providing advanced instruction to intelligence professionals from 11 different partner nations.

Reserve leaders emphasize standards, strategic ‘Reserve Advantage’ to NATO allies

Lt. Col. Ethan Stoker — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Senior reserve leaders from across the NATO alliance gathered last week to discuss the growing importance of reserve forces in addressing global security challenges during the NATO Air Reserve Symposium.

Total Force mobility leaders collaborate on readiness priorities at winter Phoenix Rally

Pentagon News — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:15:00 GMT

The two-day event focused on collaborating on shared priorities including readiness, modernization, warrior culture and taking care of Airmen.

Astute financial management leads to $82.9 billion Fiscal Year 2025 execution

Marisa Alia-Novobilski — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:28:00 GMT

The Air Force Materiel Command closed out Fiscal Year 2025 executing $82.9 billion across its entire portfolio, demonstrating sound resource planning and astute financial management in support of Department of the Air Force and warfighter needs.

Air Force Reserve expands international partnerships across Europe

Tech. Sgt. Sean Evans — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:50:00 GMT

The tour advances the Reserve Allies and Partners Program's mission to build interoperable reserve capabilities and strengthen international partnerships in support of combatant commander priorities.

AMC reactivates 21st AF, realigns Numbered Air Force structure

Pentagon News — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:01:00 GMT

The NAF activation and command structure realignment allows AMC and subordinate units to achieve a more effective posture, diversify mission sets and better equip Airmen to project and sustain power at relevant speed, scale and distance in support of national strategic objectives.

US Air Force Reserve leaders strengthen ties with Philippine air force

Staff Sgt. Stuart Bright — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 21:04:00 GMT

A U.S. Air Force Reserve delegation visited Manila to meet with Philippine air force leaders and discuss the Reserve Allies and Partners Program.

317th AW showcases combat readiness in major AMC inspection

Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:47:00 GMT

The 317th Airlift Wing completed the initial phase of its first-ever Combat Readiness Inspection, evaluated by Air Mobility Command at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.

International dignitaries, leaders commemorate Dayton Peace Accords

Marisa Alia-Novobilski — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:35:00 GMT

Presidents, Heads of State and dignitaries from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and U.S. Congress visited Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.