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July 21, 2020
Department of the Air Force introduces Arctic Strategy

The strategy outlines the Department’s unique regional role and efforts to optimize Air and Space Force capabilities throughout the region in support of the National Defense Strategy.
June 10, 2024
Department of the Air Force launches NIPRGPT

Department of the Air Force chief information officer and the Air Force Research Laboratory is accelerating initiatives to provide the Air Force and Space Force with the ability to responsibly experiment with Generative AI.
Feb. 1, 2022
Department of the Air Force launches pilot program to incentivize optimized flying

As part of its effort to streamline operations and increase aircraft range and capability, the Department of the Air Force launched the pilot Mission Execution Excellence Program to incentivize optimized flying on aircraft that consume the most fuel across the enterprise.
March 18, 2020
Department of the Air Force leaders take steps to thwart COVID-19 exposure while setting important examples

The idea is simple and effective – leaders including Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein, and Chief of Space Operations Gen. John Raymond among others are divided into separate “Blue” and “Silver” teams. Only one team at a time works from the
Sept. 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force makes additional updates to dress and appearance regulations

Following the Department of the Air Force’s initial review, a diverse panel of Total Force Airmen completed a second review of Air Force grooming and appearance guidance in order to enhance inclusiveness while maintaining Department of the Air Force professional standards.
Dec. 7, 2020
Department of the Air Force moves Physical Fitness Assessments to April 2021, removes waist measurement from composite score permanently

To ensure social distancing practices remain in place during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and to give Airmen and Space Professionals time to prepare, testing was delayed from October to January and is now further delayed to April.
Nov. 3, 2021
Department of the Air Force nears 97% AD vaccination rate

Nearly 97% of Airmen and Guardians on active duty have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Jan. 6, 2021
Department of the Air Force now tracking more administrative discipline data, including demographics

A memorandum was published Dec. 21, directing Department of the Air Force commanders to track data from lesser disciplinary actions to assist in determining whether all discipline is being carried out in a fair and impartial manner.
Jan. 7, 2021
Department of the Air Force offers civilians more than 30 development programs

The Academic Year 2022 Civilian Developmental Education, Civilian Strategic Leader Program, and Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program application call runs Jan. 13 through Feb. 26.
Jan. 19, 2021
Department of the Air Force offers limited Active Duty Service Commitment waivers; expanded PALACE CHASE

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.
Jan. 9, 2023
Department of the Air Force outlines new Body Composition Program for Airmen, Guardians

Both the Air and Space Forces released the new Waist-to-Height Ratio BCP policy in January, with assessments to begin April 2023.
Aug. 1, 2023
Department of the Air Force partners with NASCAR at Pocono Raceway

Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of Under Secretary of the Air Force, visited Pocono Raceway to participate in the AFRS mission at the NASCAR Cup Series Race July 23.
Sept. 16, 2020
Department of the Air Force pushes fitness testing to Jan. 1

To continue minimizing close contact among personnel during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and ensure units and personnel are fully ready to resume, testing has been delayed from October to January, and testing in January will move forward without obtaining waist, height and weight measurements.
Dec. 3, 2021
Department of the Air Force reaches 95% Total Force vaccination rate

This final deadline for Department of the Air Force service members to be fully vaccinated resulted in more than 95% of the total force having at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Oct. 15, 2020
Department of the Air Force Recognizes Energy Awareness Month

The theme for Energy Awareness Month 2020 is “Energy Able, Mission Capable.”
Nov. 14, 2023
Department of the Air Force reimburses spouse-owned small business costs accrued during PCS, PCA

The Department of the Air Force is now reimbursing service members up to $1,000 to re-establish spouse-owned small businesses during a permanent change of station or assignment on or after Dec. 23, 2022.
Sept. 7, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases 2021 assessment of states’ support of military families

The 2021 assessment of states' support of military families measured ease of licensure portability across state lines and support for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public education surrounding installations.
Dec. 10, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases 21E9, 21S9, 22S8 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 505 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,775 eligible, for a selection rate of 18.19 percent in the 21E9 promotion cycle.
Dec. 7, 2022
Department of the Air Force releases 22E9, 22S9, 23S8 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 514 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,526 eligible, for a selection rate of 20.34 percent in the 22E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Dec. 8, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases COVID-19 policy

The Department of the Air Force released its policy today outlining the way forward for Total Force military members serving in the Air Force and Space Force who have requested separation or retirement prior to Nov. 2, 2021, or whose COVID-19 medical exemption or religious accommodation was denied.
Nov. 9, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases findings on Interpersonal Violence survey

After the Secretary of the Air Force established the Interpersonal Violence Task Force in 2020, the team examined a broad range of 81 behaviors along what is known as the “Continuum of Harm” to determine if the DAF is keeping Airmen and Guardians safe, and providing needed support after they
Dec. 10, 2020
Department of the Air Force releases fiscal year 2021 Selective Retention Bonus program

The program is designed to improve the retention of experienced Airmen and Space Professionals in stressed career fields or those with high training costs.
March 11, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases Inspector General review into Feb. 4 Joint Base Andrews unauthorized access incident

The Department of the Air Force Inspector General’s review of the Feb. 4 unauthorized access incident at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, cited three issues that led to the wrongful entry of a civilian man onto both the base and a U.S. Air Force C-40 aircraft on the flightline.
Dec. 11, 2024
Department of the Air Force releases installation re-optimization plan to enable capabilities for Great Power Competition

The Department of the Air Force released its Installation Infrastructure Action Plan today to adapt its installations to the challenges of Great Power Competition.
Feb. 11, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum DAF Family Days

The DAF released guidance dealing with the evaluation of Family Days.
Feb. 7, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum DAF Initial Return to In-Person Work Data for the DoD Implementation Plan

Department of the Air Force releases the memorandum DAF Initial Return to In-Person Work Data for the DoD Implementation Plan.
Jan. 20, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on Barrier Analysis Working Groups

The DAF released a memo on the disestablishment of DAF BAWG.
Jan. 24, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on federal civilian hiring freeze

The guidance outlines normal hiring actions and onboarding may continue under an exemption given by the Office of Personnel Management to the Department of Defense.
March 1, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on hiring freeze

The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Department of the Air Force Hiring Freeze pursuant to Secretary of Defense Memorandum “Immediate Civilian Hiring Freeze for Alignment with National Defense Priorities.”
Feb. 1, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on initial return to in-person work implementation plan

The Department of the Air Force released a memorandum on Initial Return to In-Person Work Implementation Plan.
Jan. 29, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on Remove Travel for Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care Services

The memorandum provides guidance on "Remove Travel for Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care Services” in accordance with Executive Order, Enforcing the Hyde Amendment, removing Joint Travel Regulations.
Jan. 29, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on Remove Travel for Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care Services

The memorandum provides guidance on travel for Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care Service.
Jan. 22, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on the removal of all outward facing media of DEIA offices

The Department of the Air Force released a memorandum, Jan. 22, directing the department to remove all outward facing media of DEIA offices.
Sept. 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force releases new military tuition assistance approach for FY21

Department of the Air Force officials announced a $3,750 military tuition assistance cap per fiscal year that will go into effect for college courses beginning Oct. 1.
March 17, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases Non-Covered Assisted Reproductive Technology Memorandum

The Department of the Air Force announced effective immediately, administrative leave, travel, and transportation reimbursement for elective abortion will cease.
March 16, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases senior master sergeant/21E8 promotion cycle statistics

The average overall score for those selected was 400.77. Selectees’ average time in grade was 4.25 years and time in service was 18.37 years.
Aug. 24, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases staff sergeant/21E5 promotion cycle statistics

Department of the Air Force officials selected 15,660 Air Force senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 44,663 eligible for a selection rate of 35.06% in the 21E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
April 2, 2025
Department of the Air Force releases update memorandum on implementation of additional guidance for Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness’

The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Implementation of Additional Guidance for Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
April 1, 2021
Department of the Air Force remains focused on suicide prevention

In 2019, the Department of the Air Force suicide count and rate were the highest in recent history.
Dec. 9, 2020
Department of the Air Force restores leave charged during restriction of movement

Effective Nov. 20, the Department of the Air Force announced the ability to restore leave charged to members during a required restriction of movement after Aug. 6.
Nov. 19, 2020
Department of the Air Force restores previous military tuition assistance cap and AF COOL funding

The Department of the Air Force restored military tuition assistance to $4,500 per fiscal year and Air Force Credentialing Opportunities Online preparatory course funding for fiscal year 2021, effective immediately.
July 11, 2023
Department of the Air Force rolls out Climate Campaign Plan

The Climate Campaign Plan is the implementation portion of the Climate Action Plan and breaks down the strategy through specific and measurable objectives and key results.
Oct. 5, 2022
Department of the Air Force rolls out plan addressing climate change

The Department of the Air Force released its Climate Action Plan, which defines how it will preserve operational capability, increase resiliency, and do its part to help mitigate future climate impacts.
Nov. 19, 2020
Department of the Air Force selects six candidate locations for US Space Command Headquarters

The Department of the Air Force, on behalf of the Office of Secretary of Defense, has selected six candidate locations for the U.S. Space Command Headquarters.
July 1, 2021
Department of the Air Force senior leaders share Independence Day message

As we observe our Nation’s 245th birthday, thank you for defending our values at home and around the globe. The sacrifices that you and your families make every day ensure the freedom of millions and serve as a guiding light to the world.
May 3, 2022
Department of the Air Force Spring Tattoo: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling celebrates the Air Force at 75

The Department of the Air Force celebrated its 75th anniversary during a Spring Tattoo performance at the Air Force Ceremonial Lawn in Washington, D.C., May 3.
July 31, 2020
Department of the Air Force stands up Task Force to combat interpersonal violence

Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett appointed Brig. Gen. April Vogel, the director for manpower, personnel, recruiting and services at the National Guard Bureau, to lead the task force, which will support members of the Air Force and Space Force.
Dec. 23, 2024
Department of the Air Force streamlines IT functions

The Department of the Air Force is aligning Headquarters Cyberspace Capabilities Center at Scott Air Force Base as a Field Operating Agency to the Office of the DAF chief information officer.
Nov. 27, 2023
Department of the Air Force students find resources with new Student Success Center

The Air Force Learning Professionals’ Program recently launched the Student Success Center, a new feature on the website that provides additional academic resources and fosters academic achievement for Airmen and Guardians.
March 2, 2021
Department of the Air Force to allow shorts for maintainers, updates variety of uniform options

Airmen and Guardians will now have more dress and appearance options with upcoming uniform changes to Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Appearance.
Oct. 21, 2020
Department of the Air Force to conduct focus groups on interpersonal violence

The focus groups are scheduled to begin the week of Oct. 26 and consist of interpersonal violence survey participants who volunteered to take part in small-group discussions.
Jan. 31, 2023
Department of the Air Force to conduct hackathon

The Air Force will conduct its next “BRAVO” hackathon in March, and any U.S. citizen may apply.
Feb. 24, 2020
Department of the Air Force to consider military family support measures in future basing decisions

The addition of these criteria aims to ensure locations under consideration have sufficient support for the unique needs of military families who relocate frequently.
Sept. 28, 2023
Department of the Air Force to Review Discharges of Veterans with Mental Health Conditions & Experiences of Sexual Trauma

The DAF will also implement administrative reforms for individuals who apply to have their discharge statuses upgraded in the future.
Sept. 3, 2020
Department of the Air Force to survey members on interpersonal violence

The Department of the Air Force will soon survey total force Airmen and Space Professionals about their experiences surrounding interpersonal violence.
Dec. 30, 2022
Department of the Air Force unmasks academic degrees for major, lieutenant colonel promotion boards

The change will apply to all eligible DAF officers and allow promotion board members to consider an officer’s acquisition of valued expertise as one of many whole person concept considerations.
May 9, 2025
Department of the Air Force updated guidance on Implementing Policy on Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness

The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Implementing Policy on Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness for Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
May 23, 2025
Department of the Air Force updated guidance on Implementing Policy on Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness (Accessions, Retention and Voluntary Separation, Identification)

DAF released updated guidance for implementation of Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness, aligning with updated Department of Defense policy and addressing medical standards, accession, retention, and administrative processes for transgender Airmen and Guardians.
Jan. 24, 2022
Department of the Air Force WAGGI survey release

The ‘Where Airmen and Guardians Get Information’ survey provides department leaders and communication professionals with insights on how to provide Airmen and Guardians with relevant information through multiple internal and external sources.
Oct. 12, 2022
Department of the Air Force wins 3 federal energy, water management awards

The Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program recognized three Department of the Air Force teams and multiple individuals with 2022 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards.
Dec. 2, 2021
Department of the Air Force wins 6 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards

The Department of the Air Force won six Department-of-Energy led 2021 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards for its significant contributions to energy and water efficiency and resilience, cybersecurity, distributed energy, and fleet management within the federal government.
Oct. 23, 2024
Department of the Air Force, EPA commit to collaborative action on PFAS concerns at Tucson International Airport Area Superfund Site

The Department of the Air Force and the Environmental Protection Agency address concerns regarding per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances at the Tucson International Airport Area Superfund Site.
Jan. 10, 2024
Department of the Air Force’s Office of Special Trial Counsel fully operational

The OSTC will provide expert, independent and ethical representation of the United States in matters primarily involving victim-based offenses.
Aug. 18, 2010
Department officials announce July recruiting, retention data

Three of the four services met or exceeded their active-duty recruiting goals for July, and the one that fell short did so intentionally, Defense Department officials announced today.The Marine Corps intentionally slowed down recruiting efforts by 1 percent last month because the service already is
Sept. 8, 2011
Department officials seek balanced 'cloud' computing solution

Defense Department officials are looking to balance efficiency, effectiveness and security while moving away from the department's decentralized network of computer servers and data centers and into "cloud" computing, the DOD's deputy chief information officer said Sept. 7."We must balance all
Dec. 17, 2010
Department prepares for 'Don't Ask' repeal

The Defense Department is preparing for passage of a law that overturns the ban on gays serving openly in the military, a Pentagon spokesman said Dec 17.The U.S. Senate is expected to vote -- possibly as soon as Dec. 18 -- on a bill the House of Representatives passed Dec. 15 that would repeal the
June 9, 2011
Department recognizes environmental stewards

The Defense Department today recognized its best stewards of the nation's natural and cultural resources at a Pentagon ceremony marking the 2011 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards."The Defense Department has long made it a priority to protect our natural and cultural resources," said Dorothy
Sept. 22, 2003
Department seeks former POWs

Department of Veterans Affairs officials want former prisoners of war who are not using VA benefits to contact the department to find out if they may be eligible for disability compensation and other services.More than 23,000 former prisoners of war already receive compensation from the VA. This
Oct. 30, 2009
Department takes steps to reduce casualties

Defense Department officials here have taken steps to stem mounting casualties in Afghanistan, Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell said here Oct. 29. October has become the deadliest month for American servicemembers in Afghanistan, with 56 killed, and Mr. Morrell said Defense Secretary Robert M.
June 14, 2010
Departments cooperate on electronic health records

The nation may never become entirely "paperless" in the way it documents patient medical records, but the military and veterans health care communities are on the right path and have the technologies in place to one day be very close, officials said last week."There was a time that we didn't have
July 25, 2006
Departure efforts through Incirlik continue

More than 1,600 American citizens displaced from Lebanon continued to process through Incirlik Air Base today. The Americans boarded the USS Trenton in Beirut Sunday at 5:10 p.m., and headed for the port city of Mersin in Turkey. After arriving in Turkey, they traveled by bus to Incirlik. "Many of
Feb. 25, 2010
Dependent wins Air Force writing contest

The daughter of an Andersen Air Force Base senior NCO won the Year of the Air Force Family short story under 18 category contest sponsored by MyAirForceLife.com Feb. 22 here.Ashley Nelson, daughter of Master Sgt. Dennis Nelson of the 36th Civil Engineer Squadron, won a laptop computer and gift
Dec. 18, 2009
DePLAYment tags coming soon

Air Force Services Agency officials will be offering DePLAYment tags to families of deployed members starting Dec. 21 through July 31, 2010, as part of the Year of the Air Force Family.Eligible members can log on to http://www.myairforcelife.com to see if their installation is participating and find
Oct. 28, 2003
Deployable civilians provide expertise

When their units are called to deploy, they line up for their smallpox and anthrax shots, they pack camouflage uniforms and dog tags, they get weapons training, and brush up on their self-aid and buddy-care skills. But these warriors are not airmen -- at least not in the traditional sense.They are
May 19, 2015
Deployable command, control system critical to Nepal earthquake relief

With humanitarian assistance and disaster relief as an ongoing mission for Joint Task Force 505 and other organizations in support of Operation Sahayogi Haat in Nepal, the ability to effectively communicate with each other and components in the region is critical.
May 9, 2012
Deployed aeromedical evac team adds critical role

There is nothing typical about an aeromedical evacuation mission. Recently one crew of aeromedical technicians was notified prior to take-off that, aside from six patients, their aircraft, a C-17, would also be needed to transport three aircraft engines and two pallets of cargo. "That for us is the
Sept. 13, 2010
Deployed Air Force Marathon mirrors annual stateside race

Nearly 300 coalition forces and civilians ran in the deployed Air Force Marathon here Sept. 11.With a full 26.2-mile marathon starting at 4 a.m. and a half-marathon starting at 4:30 a.m., runners started the race before their biggest opponent would be in full force: the heat. With temperatures
May 18, 2011
Deployed air refuelers surpass 350 million pounds of fuel delivered in 2011

In the first four months of 2011, air refueling aircraft supporting the air mission on the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility have off-loaded more than 357 million pounds of fuel to more than 26,500 receiver aircraft.The 357 million pounds of fuel figure, which is calculated and tracked by
Sept. 8, 2010
Deployed air refueling unit helps fuel the Afghanistan surge

On Dec. 1, 2009, President Barack Obama announced that an additional 30,000 troops would be sent to Afghanistan to help stabilize the country. Whether in support of airlift missions or combat operations, aircraft fuel delivered by members of the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron here is
Sept. 8, 2003
Deployed aircraft given ISO inspection

Maintainers recently completed a comprehensive inspection of a deployed aircraft here for the first time when a Kentucky Air National Guard C-130 Hercules underwent a complete isochronal inspection.Isochronal inspections examine numerous essential aircraft systems like propulsion and hydraulics,
Aug. 23, 2010
Deployed aircrew brings relief to flood-torn Pakistan

As Air Force operations in support of flood relief operations in Pakistan resumed, aircrew and support personnel from the 746th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia prepared to forward deploy to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, to ease the workload of the local
April 28, 2003
Deployed airman attacks educational dreams

Most airmen serving overseas supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom use their spare time catching up on sleep or writing to loved ones back home. But one sergeant kept education as a priority in his busy schedule.Master Sgt. Craig Pate is the first student to complete an Air Force Institute of
March 6, 2008
Deployed Airman breaks Air Force refueling record

Gas, gas, gas ... Nope, this isn't a chemical warfare drill; this is what's been on Airman 1st Class Zechariah Coe's mind the entire month. Airman Coe, deployed here from Moody Air Force Base, Ga., as a fuels distribution operator with the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, broke the
Jan. 3, 2014
Deployed Airman embodies resiliency through fitness

Capt. Ezekiel Duran, a physiologist with the 380th Expeditionary Medical Group here, is not only determined to be physically fit, working out two times each day while preparing to run a marathon, but also be the best possible wingman to his fellow deployed Airmen.
Dec. 4, 2013
Deployed Airman gets family surprise

For Master Sgt. Shanda Moon it was another uneventful lunch at her deployed location in Southwest Asia where she serves as the executive assistant to the command chief for U.S. Air Force Central Command. She saw a young Soldier approaching, but didn't think much about it. But as he got closer, he
May 21, 2003
Deployed airman grows desert crop

One look around this forward-deployed location shows most people there is nothing green to be had in the country.It is said that when airmen here return home, everything with color will be infinitely more brilliant. Grass will be much greener, and flowers will be far more colorful and
March 11, 2014
Deployed Airman handcrafts hockey rink

A resourceful Airman’s idea has resulted in the first outdoor hockey rink in this theater of operations.Airman 1st Class Joshua Hanson of the 386th Expeditionary Communications Squadron, developed a proposal to build a nearly arena-size hockey rink at his deployed location here.
May 2, 2007
Deployed Airman helps others face the music

Like a typical family, most Air Force members celebrate birthdays, promotions and other occasions with cake. But, when Lt. Col. Brian Reno gets involved with a celebration, he adds to the fun by belting out a fitting tune on his trumpet. "It's always fun to play, and it is very rewarding when others
Feb. 16, 2005
Deployed Airman keeps aircraft aloft

Looking out a window high in the sky, he calls the shots. As aircraft approach, he talks to them, setting the stage for a smooth connection. The lineup has to be near-perfect -- too much to the left or right and the mission could fail. As the communication link to aircraft needing fuel, he knows
Dec. 26, 2005
Deployed Airman receives call from president

An Airman here received an unexpected early Christmas surprise when she received a call from the commander-in-chief Christmas Eve. Staff Sgt. Melina Russell, a security forces fire team leader, received that call at 4 p.m., when the White House switchboard put the president through to her. She had
Nov. 28, 2005
Deployed Airman receives call from president

While most people were waiting to make an important call on Thanksgiving, an Airman here was awaiting a call from an important person. Airman 1st Class Sarah Sullivan, an airfield management operations supervisor, received that call at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 24, when the White House switchboard put the
Dec. 26, 2012
Deployed Airman receives Christmas phone call from President Obama

"Hello, President Obama? ... I'm great, how are you?" So began the most memorable phone call of a six-month deployment for Senior Airman Keshia Shutts with the 451st Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron here, who received a Christmas morning phone call from President Barack Obama.The
Feb. 16, 2012
Deployed Airman watches wife's commissioning 8,000+ miles away

One Air Force couple put modern technology to work to help keep military tradition alive during a ceremony earlier this month.Shortly after being commissioned as a second lieutenant on Feb. 2, Donna Tluczek received her first salute from her husband, Tech. Sgt. Pawel Tluczek.But because he's
Feb. 1, 2010
Deployed Airman wins design contest

Air Force Services Agency officials here announced the winner of the MyAirForceLife.com T-shirt contest recently here.Staff Sgt. Nathan Cruz, a radio frequency transmission technician from Robins Air Force Base, Ga., won the contest out of 174 submissions in the adult category. The award was
Sept. 25, 2008
Deployed Airman witnesses daughter's birth via Internet

For Airman 1st Class Roger Prokes, a patrolman with the 95th Security Forces Squadron here, being deployed didn't mean he would miss the birth of his daughter. Modern technology would see to that. "Just in case my husband wasn't back, I had spoken with the director of labor and delivery at my
May 18, 2012
Deployed Airmen achieve maintenance milestone

For aircraft maintainers deployed to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, the month of April was one for the record books.Air Force leaders track metrics in eight categories each month that reflect the overall readiness of flying units. It's an accomplishment for an aircraft maintenance unit to surpass
April 11, 2013
Deployed Airmen bridge cultures with words

Airmen and Soldiers give lessons in conversational English to Afghan students at the Korean Vocational Training Center here, as part of the effort to create a better future for coalition partners.Master Sgt. Dean Regazzi, 455th Expeditionary Medical Group first sergeant, coordinated the 51 American
Oct. 25, 2004
Deployed Airmen build a better life in Kyrgyzstan

Airmen deployed from the 78th Civil Engineer Group and 778th Civil Engineer Squadron here have their hands full.Nearly 100 Airmen from the two units have been working up to 16 hours a day, maintaining facilities and providing engineering design and construction for more than $35 million in new
Sept. 12, 2012
Deployed Airmen build Azerbaijan partnership through mutual respect

A traveling contact team consisting of 10 435th Contingency Response Group Airmen and the U.S. Air Force Europe Country Desk Officer journeyed to Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 2-8. The team led an exchange event focusing on airfield management, airspace management and base communication architecture to
July 10, 2012
Deployed Airmen choreograph vital F-16 maintenance

After 400 flight hours, the F-16s of the 157th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron are due for a thorough inspection - and the Airmen working in the phase dock here are the ones keeping the jets in the fight. When an F-16 is towed off the line and into the hangar, the choreographed dance of maintenance

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