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Beale AFB STEM capabilities inspire new generation

Staff Sgt. Frederick A. Brown — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:00:00 GMT

Students from For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology came to Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 3, to be a part of FIRST robotics founder and Chief of Space Operations civic leader, U.S. Space Force, Dean Kamen’s, high altitude flight in a U-2 Dragon Lady and to witness first-hand capabilities of the U.S. Air Force.

Air Force leadership center makes it easier for civilians to enroll in degree program

Phil Berube — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:00:00 GMT

The Air Force’s leadership development center has made it much easier for the service’s civilians to apply for its associate degree program.

IAAFA infuses agility into training with modern technology, simulators

Vanessa R. Adame — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:30:00 GMT

VirVirtual reality goggles and body worn sensors are helping to take technical training to the next level at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy.

412th Operations Group travels to Bakersfield to inspire new generation of aviators

Adam Bowles — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 18:45:00 GMT

A group from the 412th Operations Group representing Edwards Air Force Base traveled on a C-12 Huron to the California Aeronautical University Aviation career day to inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts.

UH-1N pilot one of two Airmen selected for US Naval Test Pilot School

Staff Sgt. Elora J. McCutcheon — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

The 40th Helicopter Squadron instructor pilot with almost 1,300 flight hours under his belt will move in August with his family to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, to join the 2024 academic class.

Airmen and Guardians can learn anytime, anywhere, on any device with myLearning username and password

Dan Hawkins — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:46:00 GMT

Beginning June 23, Total Force Airmen and Guardians will have the capability to learn anywhere, anytime, and on any device, with the help of a myLearning username and password.

Electromagnetic Spectrum Superiority Directorate on boarded into the ISR and Cyber Effects Operations staff

DoD News — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 13:19:12 GMT

Headquarters Air Force staff officially transferred the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Superiority Directorate from strategy, integration and requirements directorate to the intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and cyber effects operations directorate Oct. 1.

FYSA: SecAF Frank Kendall

Angel Orozco — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT

For your situational awareness, it’s going to take "One Team, One Fight" for the Air Force to compete, deter, and win today and into the future. In this episode, the 26th Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall outlines some of his priorities that he hopes will ensure an edge over near-peer competition, including: bolstering relations with defense industry partners; taking care of the families of Airmen and Guardians; getting meaningful military capabilities into the hands of Airmen and Guardian operators; closing the gap on disparity in the forces; and of course, protecting the health of the Total Force by making sure everyone is safeguarded from the COVID-19 virus.

Cyber career field looks to develop agile, all-in-one Airmen

John Ingle — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Chief Master Sgt. Victor Cordero Jr., the Air Force’s cyberspace support career field manager, said enlisted leaders have embraced Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.’s vision of accelerating change and developing agile Airmen by creating a cyberspace career field and curriculum that modernizes training while promoting mission assurance and success.

Security forces, OSI consolidate personnel in Protective Services Operations

DoD News — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 17:00:00 GMT

The integration of personnel from both career fields enhances PSO capabilities at 1st FIS, whose mission is to provide full-spectrum, protective security support to the Department of Defense, Air Force senior leaders and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Developing Self: An Airman's Foundational Competency

Jennifer Gonzalez — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:00:00 GMT

In episode 51 of "The Air Force Starts Here" podcast, Col. Mark Coggins, competencies division chief, and Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, speak about Developing Self, the first category in the Airman’s Foundational Competencies.

Cadet graduation returns to Falcon Stadium for Class of 2021

Ray Bowden — Thu, 27 May 2021 15:00:00 GMT

In all, 1,019 cadets graduated in front of a select crowd in the stands containing no more than eight of their family members and friends, a safety and health precaution set in place for the ceremony as the Academy continues to operate during the pandemic within Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Defense Department guidelines.

DAF releases update on telework, remote work guidance

DoD News — Tue, 18 May 2021 17:58:00 GMT

The DAF guidance memorandum, DoDI1035.01_DAFI 36-816 Telework Program, provides necessary clarification and expands the Department’s use of telework and remote work based on current lessons learned, pending a comprehensive review of the Department of the Air Force telework program.

Rated Preparatory Program now accepting applications for FY21 Fall class

DoD News — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:51:21 GMT

Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted personnel interested in becoming rated officers have until May 25 to apply for the Fall 2021 Rated Preparatory Program.

DAWN-ED advanced degree program now accepting applications for 2022 academic year

Air Education and Training Command — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:30:00 GMT

DAWN-ED is a DAF-funded degree program that provides up to 15 eligible Airmen and Guardians an opportunity to pursue a master’s degree or doctorate from a university of choice.

New active component added to Air National Guard KC-135 at Eielson AFB

DoD News — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 20:30:00 GMT

The department plans to add four additional KC-135s and up to 220 additional active duty personnel making it a total force unit and increasing the squadron’s total KC-135 aircraft to 12. The personnel will be reassigned from within the Air Force.

Senior NCOs now part of course designed for leaders to ‘thrive’ in squadron command position

Phil Berube — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Enlisted Airmen now sit as students in a course originally designed to help officers and civilians thrive, and not just survive, in squadron command positions.

US Air Force names first overseas-based F-35A squadron

DoD News — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:30:00 GMT

In Norse mythology, Valkyries are female figures who choose those that will live or die in battle. RAF Lakenheath is in the east of the United Kingdom, an area with extensive Viking and Norse history. Additionally, the 495th FS motto, “Mala Ipsa Nova,” in Latin, means “Bad News Itself.” Both factors emphasize “Valkyries” as an extremely suitable nickname for the UK-based unit.

Department of the Air Force offers limited Active Duty Service Commitment waivers; expanded PALACE CHASE

DoD News — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:00:00 GMT

These programs provide provisions for both enlisted and officer members who meet specified criteria. The application window runs Jan. 20 – April 2 and the expanded PALACE CHASE program window will run Jan. 20 through June 1, 2021.

AFIMSC announces 2021 Innovation Rodeo finalists

Shannon Carabajal — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:00:00 GMT

The AFIMSC leadership team and Ventures Innovation Office staff picked eight finalists out of more than 370 submissions to compete for a share of $1 million in funding and resources to pursue their ideas.