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May 10, 2024
Around the Air Force: Key to Reoptimizing, Mental Health Care Updates, C-130J Endurance Fight

In this week’s look around the Air Force, CSAF discusses the Air Force’s approach to reoptimizing for GPC, a policy change makes it easier for Airmen to return to duty after seeking mental health services, and a C-130J completes its first max endurance operation with external fuel tanks.
Sept. 18, 2020
Around the Air Force: Leaders Speak at Air, Space and Cyber Conference

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights Air Force leaders speaking at the Air Force Association 2020 Virtual Air, Space and Cyber Conference. (Hosted by Senior Airman Angelo Rosario)
Sept. 22, 2023
Around the Air Force: Leaders Talk Global Security Challenges

In this week’s look around the Air Force, leaders talk about how the department is changing in light of great power competition in their keynote speeches at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
April 22, 2022
Around the Air Force: Leave Program Updates, Recruiting Bonuses, Airman is NASCAR Winner

This week’s look Around the Air Force features updates to the leave program, enlisted recruiting bonuses, and an Airman wins a design contest for the Air Force NASCAR paint scheme. (Hosted by Senior Airman Garrett Hess)
Nov. 1, 2024
Around the Air Force: Letter to Airmen, INDOPACOM Trip, and Enlisted Development and Education

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of provides updates in his latest letter to Airmen, the CSAF and CMSAF visit Indo-Pacific allies and leaders, and the DAF introduces a new enlisted development and education policy.
March 1, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 1

On this look around the Air Force, the Air Force plans to retire the MQ-1B Predator, the trials for the Air Force Warrior Games are underway, and a C-5 Galaxy transported Apache helicopters for the Army.
March 10, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 10

On this look around the Air Force, pilots eject from an A-29A Super Tucano and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein speaks about the importance of the space and cyber mission.
March 14, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 14

On this look around the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright testifies before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies.
March 15, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 15

On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson shares what she thinks is unique about Airmen and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth Wright visits Airmen at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marqus Williams.
March 17, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 17

On this look around the Air Force, the commander of the 27th Special Operations Wing comments on a fatal plane crash and changes are made to the enlisted professional military education program.
March 18, 2016
Around the Air Force: March 18

This look around the Air Force features the Solid State Phased Array Radar System, Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James discusses offset strategies, and exercise Cope Tiger.
March 20, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 20

On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson testifies before the U.S. House of Representatives about the fiscal year 2019 budget and Air Forces Central Command hosts an innovation summit.
March 22, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 21

On this look around the Air Force, the ninth wide band global SATCOM spacecraft launched, DBIDS gets an upgrade, and the Reutilization Program saves millions of dollars.
March 24, 2016
Around the Air Force: March 23

This look around the Air Force features the first female combatant commander and the Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III testified on Capitol Hill.
March 23, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 23

On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson said there are two bold moves in the Air Force’s fiscal year 2019 budget and an Airman will attend the 2018 United Nations logistics officer course in Bangladesh.
March 25, 2016
Around the Air Force: March 25

This look around the Air Force features Airmen's Week and exercise Pacific Agility.
March 28, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 28

On this look around the Air Force, the Air Force has a dedicated website to commemorate the Air Force’s 70th birthday and coating booths are in the works for F-35 sustainment.
March 29, 2016
Around the Air Force: March 29

This look around the Air Force features Air Fest in Florida, female missileers and a JASDF NCO exchange at Yokota Air Base. Hosted by Senior Airman Nicholas Koetz.
March 3, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 3

On this look around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright speak at the Air Force Association Air Warfare Symposium.
March 31, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 31

On this look around the Air Force, Dr. Heather Wilson, the secretary of the Air Force nominee, answers questions from the Senate Armed Services Committee and Lt. Gen. Gina Grosso, the Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services, answers questions from a House Armed Services
March 5, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 5

On this look around the Air Force Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson talks about the future of warfare and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Kaleth Wright talks about transparency on social media. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.
March 7, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 7

On this look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein discusses national defense strategy, and Airmen from the 920th Rescue Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, supported the launch of an Atlas V rocket. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jevon Smith.
March 7, 2017
Around the Air Force: March 7

On this look around the Air Force, acting Air Force Secretary Lisa S. Disbrow talks about the Air Force review and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright answers a question about the possibility of enlisted Airmen flyingMQ-9 Reapers.
March 9, 2018
Around the Air Force: March 9

On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson talks about improving the quality of life for Air Force families, and the Air Force has announced the creation of a new information operations technical training school.
May 10, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 10

On this look around the Air Force we go to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, where the Air Force Research Laboratory is testing transcranial direct-current stimulation, and also at Wright-Patterson AFB, the HH-60W combat rescue helicopter is in development.
May 11, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 11

On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson signs a letter of intent to partner with the National Science Foundation and an expert from the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command visited the 58th Special Operations Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, New
May 12, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 12

On this look around the Air Force, the Senate confirms Dr. Heather Wilson to be the next secretary of the Air Force, the Air Force is accepting test pilot applications, and the Air Force Research Lab has developed sensory technology inspired by the fine hairs of crickets and bats. Hosted by Staff
May 13, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 13

This look around the Air Force takes us to a memorial for explosive ordnance disposal technicians at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida; discusses the B-21 naming contest; and commemorates four decades of the U-2 in South Korea.
May 17, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 16

On this look around the Air Force, Dr. Heather Wilson is sworn in as the 24th Secretary of the Air Force, Airmen are being encouraged to share their ideas for revitalizing squadrons, and Air University has cancelled Squadron Officer School Class 17G.
May 16, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 16

On this look around the Air Force, Air Force leaders announced the move to the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, and the 80th Flying Training Wing at Sheppard AFB, Texas, developed a new way to help student pilots succeed. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.
May 17, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 17

his look around the Air Force takes us to California where explosive ordnance disposal Airmen are participating in exercise Half-Life; and to Hulburt Field, Florida, for exercise Emerald Warrior
May 19, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 19

On this look around the Air Force, the F-35 Lightning II pilot minimum weight restriction has been lifted and May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
May 2, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 2

On this look around the Air Force, the Air Force Research Lab helps reduce the C-5M Super Galaxy’s energy footprint, the Alpha Warrior fitness program is on tour and the first three enlisted RPA Airmen complete their training.
May 2, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 2

On this look around the Air Force, some changes are made to Enlisted Professional Military Education, Airmen volunteer to clean up areas outside of Latvian children’s centers, and a new acquisition program has the potential to save the Air Force two billion dollars.
May 20, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 20

This look around the Air Force features a B-52 Stratofortress accident at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam; Gen. Lori Robinson assumed command of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command; and Edwards AFB, California, tested the RQ-4 Global Hawk in icy conditions, without ice.
May 24, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 24

This look around the Air Force discusses the deferment of the effective date for promotion and re-enlistment eligibility associated with the Air Force policy to complete enlisted professional military education distance learning courses within 12 months of enrollment until Jan. 1. Air Force
May 24, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 24

On this look Around the Air Force the famed Memphis Belle is unveiled at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Anastasia Tompkins.
May 24, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 24

On this look around the Air Force, Air Force senior leaders testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee Strategic Forces Subcommittee on space capabilities, and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force met with airline execs to discuss the pilot shortage. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Traci Keller.
May 29, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 25

On this look Around the Air Force Airmen from Travis Air Force Base, California, deliver a cement-mixer trailer to support Kilauea volcano relief efforts, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein explains how the 2019 proposed budget will benefit pilots, and the Afghan Air Force is
May 26, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 26

On this look around the Air Force, AF leadership presented its fiscal year 2018 president’s budget, the Pentagon hosted the Defense Department Lab Day and the Air Force Research Laboratory is working towards a mobile weather challenge solution.
May 27, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 27

In this look around the Air Force, some Airmen at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, get to exchange jobs for a day; B-52 Stratofortress crews drop bombs during an exercise demonstration in Jordan; and 5,109 technical sergeants are selected for promotion to master sergeant.
May 31, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 30

On this look around the Air Force Officer Training School cadets hit the ground running with a new prerequisites course, the Air Force is looking for a few good retired Airmen, and a new database makes it easy to look up medals and awards.
May 31, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 31

On this look around the Air Force, changes are coming to the Air Force's utility allowance policy, the Air Force applies new Environmental Protection Agency guidelines to ensure water safety, and some civil engineer Airmen in Japan participate in a joint airfield repair exercise. Hosted by Staff
May 31, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 31

On this look around the Air Force, the Air Force plans to increase command support staff and the vice chief of staff discusses the nuclear triad.
May 4, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 4

On this look around the Air Force, a C-130 Hercules crash is being investigated, medical Airmen get real world experience in Panama, and Air Mobility Command holds their biannual Phoenix Rally Summit.
May 4, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 4

This look around the Air Force takes us to South Korea, where Airmen helped rescue a mother and her children from a fire, and to Fort Bliss, Texas, where Airmen can try out for Ranger school.
May 5, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 5

On this look around the Air Force, female Airmen have 12 months after childbirth to decide if they will separate from service, Course 15 is replaced by a new NCO distance learning course, and the Air Force sponsors a cyber security hacking contest.
May 6, 2016
Around the Air Force: May 6

This look Around the Air Force takes us to Hurlburt Field, Florida, where special operations Airmen are participating in exercise Emerald Warrior 2016 and then a look at Maxwell AFB, Alabama, where the Air Force Cyber College conducted a cyber war game.
May 9, 2018
Around the Air Force: May 9

On this look around the Air Force, Airmen enter phase two of the Air Force’s light attack experiment, the Air Force is looking to upgrade their early missile warning satellites and the Air Force Reserve Command has a new mobile marketing platform for recruiting.
May 9, 2017
Around the Air Force: May 9

On this look around the Air Force, the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle-4 returns from its 718-day mission and the U.S. Air Force Academy superintendent testifies before Congress on the Academy’s sexual assault prevention and response programs.
Oct. 8, 2021
Around the Air Force: Meaningful Military Capability, First Europe-Based F-35s, A New AF.Mil

This week’s look Around the Air Force features Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall talking about getting meaningful military capabilities into the hands of Airmen and Guardians, RAF Lakenheath activates the first Europe-based F-35A Squadron, and the official website of the United States Air
April 4, 2025
Around the Air Force: Meink Confirmation Hearing, Aircrew Engagement Survey, Red Flag Expands International Collaboration

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Dr. Troy Meink testifies before a Senate committee regarding nomination to be Air Force secretary; aircrew members can take the annual Aircrew Engagement Survey; and Red Flag 25-2 provides realistic, high-end training for Airmen and partner nations.
Jan. 12, 2024
Around the Air Force: Military Justice Reform, Pet Expense Reimbursement, Ranger School Recruits

This week’s look around the Air Force highlights the Offices of Special Trial Counsel taking over prosecution for sexual assault and other serious crimes, reimbursing pet travel expenses for permanent change of station moves, and the Army Ranger School looking for Airmen and Guardian candidates.
July 19, 2024
Around the Air Force: Mission Over Function Mindset, Electric Cargo Plane Test Flight, and International Exercises

In this week’s look around the Air Force, training for Airmen leans toward a mission over function mindset, an electric cargo plane makes a successful test flight, and U.S. Airmen join international troops for two large-scale exercises.
Nov. 8, 2024
Around the Air Force: Mobile Intelligence Communications, Language School Opportunities for Air Guard, Airmanship 200

In this week's look around the Air Force, PACAF Airmen develop ACE capabilities with deployable Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System kits, the Language Enabled Airman Program opens for select ANG AFSCs, and Airmanship 200 is set to launch across AETC bases.
Sept. 13, 2019
Around the Air Force: Mobility Guardian 2019 / B-1B Lancer / Air Force Be Ready App

Today's look around the Air Force features the launch of exercise Mobility Guardian 2019, possible modifications to the B-1B Lancer, and the Air Force "Be Ready" mobile app for hurricane and natural disaster preparation and recovery. (Hosted by Senior Airman Angelo Rosario)
June 25, 2021
Around the Air Force: Modernizing GBSD, Amalgam Dart 21-1, UIPE Protective Gear

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights the modernization of the ground based strategic deterrent of the nuclear triad, Exercise Amalgam Dart 21-2 with the Royal Canadian Air Force across the Arctic in support of NORAD and Operation Noble Eagle, and flight crews test new protective gear
March 28, 2025
Around the Air Force: Money-Saving Microvane Tech, Total Force Pilot Retention, SPAFORGEN

In this week’s look Around the Air Force, C-17 microvane technology saves money and fuel for aircraft, Total Force Shared Service offers flexibility to active-duty pilots interested in the Reserve or Guard and SPAFORGEN ensures Guardians are ready for the high-end fight.
Nov. 16, 2018
Around the Air Force: Moon Landing Writing Competition / T-38 crash

On this look Around the Air Force, the National Museum of the Air Force offers scholarships for teens submitting entries based on the Apollo 11 lunar landing, a Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Airman who died in a T-38 Talon crash is identified and coalition partners graduate from the first-ever
March 14, 2025
Around the Air Force: More Air Force, Space Force Priorities, Flexible Spending Accounts

In this week’s look Around the Air Force, CSAF Gen. David Allvin describes his strategy for defending the homeland and meeting the nation’s security priorities, CSO Gen. Chance Saltzman outlines the USSF’s path to ensure space superiority, and enrollment opens for a new Health Care FSA benefit.
Sept. 25, 2020
Around the Air Force: Most Influential Honors, and Historic First for AF Academy

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr.’s selection to Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2020, and Lt. Gen. Richard Clark makes history as he takes command as the Air Force Academy Superintendent. (Produced by Staff Sgt. Timmethy
Oct. 30, 2020
Around the Air Force: Moving Toward the Future, and Focus Groups on Interpersonal Violence

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights an interview with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., discussing his vision for the future of the force, an “Ask Me Anything” webcast with Dr. Will Roper, assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics,
Jan. 14, 2022
Around the Air Force: MyEVAL Launch, NATO Air Policing, New Mobile Culture Courses

This week’s look Around the Air Force highlights the new MyEval platform that’s replacing the existing VPC platform, the NATO Air Policing mission in the Baltic region and the launch of the Air Force Culture and Language Center’s new courses on Chinese and Russian culture. (Hosted by Tech. Sgt.
June 30, 2023
Around the Air Force: NATO Air Defender, DAF WPS Strategic Action Plan and AI Literacy

In this week’s look around the Air Force, NATO’s largest air exercise ever, a strategic action plan incorporating women, peace and security concepts across the department, and digital experts learn about artificial intelligence solutions.
Oct. 20, 2023
Around the Air Force: NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23, Energy Action Month, Clean Geothermal Energy

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Toxic Trip 23 brings together allies and partners in a CBRN exercise, Energy Action Month advances new technology for the joint fight and geothermal prototype facilities deliver clean energy to harness the Earth’s natural heat and power installations.
Oct. 16, 2020
Around the Air Force: NATO Peacetime Operations, Suicide Prevention Training, Next-Gen Helmets

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights NATO police operations in the Icelandic region, family suicide prevention training and next generation ballistic helmets for security forces units as part of a modernization effort.
March 4, 2022
Around the Air Force: NATO Response Force, US Fighters Deploy, Air Policing Europe

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights the historic activation of NATO’s Response Force, and F-35s and F-16s deploy to NATO’s Eastern flank to join Allied aircraft in securing airspace. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jevon Smith)
Aug. 25, 2023
Around the Air Force: NCO Retraining Revamp, Aviator Retention, Quantum Navigation

In this week’s look around the Air Force, retraining for career Airmen evolves, a demonstration program aims to keep rated aviators in service and artificial intelligence paired with Earth’s magnetic field may guide navigators in the future. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jazmin Granger)
March 6, 2020
Around the Air Force: New Air Force Chief of Staff Nomination, Highlights From 2020 Air Warfare Symposium

Today’s look Around the Air Force features the announcement of the Air Force’s new chief of staff nominee and highlights from the 2020 Air Warfare Symposium. (Hosted by Master Sgt. Robbie Arp)
Oct. 22, 2021
Around the Air Force: New Bomb Test, VIPER and Pegasus News, Mentor Search Improves

This week’s look Around the Air Force highlights a milestone test for the new GBU-72 bomb, the VIPER refueling kit expands the type of aircraft it can service, the KC-46A Pegasus adds two fighter jets to the list of aircraft it can now refuel for missions, and the MyVector mentorship platform
Dec. 3, 2021
Around the Air Force: New Deadline for RPP, EOD Training, Recruiting VR Game

This week’s look Around the Air Force has details on the extended deadline for Airmen to apply to the Rated Preparatory Program, which helps with qualification for aviator positions; Explosive ordnance disposal experts train with multinational forces on handling dangerous situations; and what
Oct. 15, 2021
Around the Air Force: New Enlisted Promotion Scoring, SECAF’s To-Do List, AMC’s New Commander

This week’s look Around the Air Force includes changes to the Enlisted Evaluation System, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall discusses the future for Airmen and Guardians, and Air Mobility Command welcomes a new commander. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Britt Crolley)
Dec. 16, 2022
Around the Air Force: New Leaders for Nuclear Forces, Minuteman Modernization, WWII Ace Promoted

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Gen. Anthony Cotton takes command of USSTRATCOM while Gen. Thomas Bussiere becomes commander of AFGSC, Minuteman III launch control centers get tech upgrades, and a WWII ace fighter pilot is honorarily promoted.
July 30, 2021
Around the Air Force: New Leadership for the Air Force, Thracian Star 21

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights the 26th Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, the new Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones and exercise Thracian Star 21 bringing Airmen from Aviano Air Base, Italy to Bulgaria so they can work with the Bulgarian, Romanian and Hellenic
July 29, 2022
Around the Air Force: New Medical Profiles, Mourning CMSAF McCoy, Hexa Test Flight

In this week’s look around the Air Force, a new system for generating medical profiles prepares to launch, former Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James M. McCoy passes away, and the Lift Hexa reaches a new milestone. (Hosted by Senior Airman Kahdija Slaughter)
Sept. 15, 2023
Around the Air Force: New PT, Uniform Standards for EPME, Interoperability with Marines, Autonomous Flight Moves Forward

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Enlisted Professional Military Education courses have new uniform and fitness requirements, Creech AFB Airmen work with Marines in California, and a new proving ground for automated flight has its first successful test.
Nov. 11, 2022
Around the Air Force: New Space Force Leader, Flying While Pregnant, Mobility Study Targets Injuries

In this week’s look around the Air Force, the Space Force has a new leader, more information is available to help aircrew members make an informed decision about flying while pregnant, and the Air Force Research Lab helps Airmen avoid injuries. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jazmin Granger)
May 31, 2024
Around the Air Force: New Under Secretary of the Air Force, Retention Bonuses, and B-21 Flight Testing

In this week's look around the Air Force, Melissa Dalton is confirmed by the Senate to be the new USECAF, the FY24 SRB list is out, and the B-21 Raider is on track to become the backbone of the bomber fleet. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Milton Hamilton)
Oct. 9, 2020
Around the Air Force: New Vice Chief of Staff, Joint Warfare, and B-1B Innovations

Today’s look Around the Air Force highlights Lt. Gen. David W. Allvin, the next Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, the Air Force and Army sign an agreement for advanced warfare, and the B-1B Lancer gets a digital twin. (Produced by Staff Sgt. Timmethy James)
Nov. 3, 2023
Around the Air Force: NJ Air National Guard in the Middle East, Sharing Flight Data, Gaming Tactics

In this week’s look around the Air Force, the 119th EFS is in the USCENTCOM AOR to help deter aggression in the region, AFWERX agrees to share flight test data with the FAA, and gamers are helping to develop combat tactics through a unique event. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Stephani Barge)
Feb. 28, 2019
Around the Air Force: Non-deployable Airmen / Venezuela aid / Red Flag

On this look Around the Air Force, the Air Force formalizes policy on retention of non-deployable Airmen, three C-17 Globemaster IIIs deliver humanitarian aid for Venezuela and Airmen wrap up F-35 Lightning II flying operations for Exercise Red Flag.
Oct. 5, 2018
Around the Air Force: Non-deployable review / Energy Action Month

On this look Around the Air Force, the Air Force is finalizing details on how to determine retention for non-deployable Airmen, October is Energy Action Month, and the Air Force expands use of express licensing. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.
Nov. 17, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov 16

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look around the Air Force, AFRICOM hosted senior enlisted leaders from 20 African partner nations for the first-ever Africa Senior Enlisted Leader Conference, and repairs at Muniz ANG Base, Puerto Rico are underway following hurricane damage. Hosted by
Nov. 1, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 1

On this look around the Air Force a reduction in ancillary training is announced, cyberattacks are the leading strategic threat and a preview of the latest episode of BLUE features Air Force tankers.
Nov. 1, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 1

On this look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein visits Joint National Guard Base McEntire, South Carolina, the 100th Air Refueling Wing participates in a joint training exercise over the Meditteranean Sea, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O.
Nov. 11, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 11

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) - On this look around the Air Force a retired staff sergeant is awarded the Silver Star, exercise Invincible Shield enhances trilateral interoperability, and Kadena Air Base, Japan hosted its 17th annual Special Olympics. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Jasmine
Nov. 13, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 13

On this look around the Air Force Nellis Air Force Base Airmen paint an F-15 Eagle in tribute to Las Vegas, and the secretary of the Air Force and chief of staff of the Air Force interview a NASA astronaut. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Robert Kingery.
Nov. 15, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 15

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein deliver the State of the Air Force Address at the Pentagon, and Lt. Gen. Mark Nowland, Deputy Chief of Staff for Air Force Operations,
Nov. 15, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 15

On this look around the Air Force the 301st Fighter Wing returns home from Afghanistan, Airmen participate in exercise Tonnerre Lightning, and Airmen and firefighters attend an emergency medical technician course.
Nov. 18, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 18

On this look around the Air Force the next chief master sergeant of the Air Force is announced by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein, Airmen work together with their Japanese counterparts in Keen Sword 2017, and the current policy for Air Force records management requires records
Nov. 22, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 22

On this look around the Air Force the secretary of the Air Force talks logistics at an Officer Symposium and a Delta II rocket launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base.
Nov. 22, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 22

On this look around the Air Force, Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico has been selected to be the interim home for two F-16 Fighting Falcon training squadrons, the secretary of defense got a close look at special operations Airmen at work, and the Air Force has concluded an F-16 crash
Nov. 27, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 24

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look around the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. Amy Giaquinto becomes the first woman to serve as the top enlisted advisor to the adjutant general of New York, Air Force F-35As are in Japan for the first time and the Air Force’s Personnel Center is accepting
Nov. 25, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 25

On this look around the Air Force, NASA launches a new weather satellite, Airmen train with Marines during Vigilant Ace 17-1, and Serbian support during World War II is commemorated.
Nov. 29, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 29

On this look around the Air Force the commander of Air Combat Command visits deployed Airmen, the Berlin Airlift Memorial is reopened, and a specialized stretcher for traumatic brain and spinal injury patients is being tested.
Nov. 29, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 29

On this look around the Air Force combined forces bomb Taliban drug labs, the investigation of 2015 MQ-1B crash has concluded, and SMART scholarship opportunities for students are available. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Anastasia Tompkins.
Nov. 4, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 4

On this look around the Air Force Airmen help fight fires in Iraq; the 48th annual Airlift Tanker Association Convention took place in Nashville, Tennessee; Gen. Hawk Carlisle, the Air Combat Command commander, is inducted into the Order of the Sword; and a hospital on Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada,
Nov. 6, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 6

On this look around the Air Force Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. David Goldfein speaks at the 2017 Thanks USA Supporting our Troops Gala, and the Air Force continues to support recovery efforts in Puerto Rico. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Robbie Arp.
Nov. 8, 2016
Around the Air Force: Nov. 8

On this look around the Air Force enlisted pilots take their first solo flight and a World War II bomber pilot is awarded the Silver Star.
Nov. 8, 2017
Around the Air Force: Nov. 8

On this look around the Air Force President Trump visit Yokota Air Base, Japan, the chief master sergeant of the Air Force gets on Instagram, and the 130th Airlift Wing returns from deployment. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Robert Kingery.

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