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Feb. 9, 2015
AF top leaders mentor future Airmen

More than 30 Air Force general officers offered their time and expertise to high school students during the Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) Conference Feb. 6, at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel.
Oct. 13, 2012
AF training instructor responds to traffic accident

An Air Force Basic Military Training Instructor was late for his morning formation, but it was for the right kind of reason.During his normal early morning commute Oct. 5, Staff Sgt. Stephen Dove was about to get on the 410 access ramp at Marbach Road in northwest San Antonio when he saw a truck
Sept. 3, 2010
AF transfers northern airspace to Iraq

The Air Force handed over the Kirkuk sector of airspace, 15,000 feet and above, to the Iraq Civil Aviation Authority Sept. 1. The Kirkuk sector of airspace consists of the northern 1/3 portion of Iraq, which previously had been controlled by the Air Force out of Kirkuk Air Base. "Tonight marks a
Nov. 7, 2003
AF translator faces court-martial

A Travis Air Force Base, Calif., airman who was deployed as a translator for the detainees at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, will be court-martialed. Maj. Gen. Paul W. Essex, 18th Air Force commander, referred formal charges Nov. 6 against Senior Airman Ahmad I. Al Halabi, of the 60th Logistics Readiness
April 6, 2009
AF transports U.N. official to Germany after hostage ordeal

An American United Nations official held hostage for two months in Pakistan was transported from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, by an Air Mobility Command air-refueling jet and its crew April 5. According to Associated Press reports, John Solecki, the local head of the
Aug. 23, 2012
AF trauma chief cites sweeping changes in critical care

From battlefield innovations to revamped health care systems, the military has radically transformed its trauma care over the past decade, a trauma expert here said.These advances have led not only to the nation's highest combat survivability rate in history, but also to countless saved civilian
Nov. 19, 2017
AF travelers reminded of flat rate per diem policy

Some Air Force travelers may not be aware of a flat rate per diem policy established a few years ago that focused on extended temporary duty travel.Congress instituted the flat rate in November 2014. The new policy reduced per diem from 100 percent to 75 percent for TDYs from 31 to 180 days and to
March 3, 2015
AF trials underway for 2015 Warrior Games

U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, British and Australian wounded warriors are fighting for a chance to compete at the 2015 Warrior Games during the Air Force Trials Feb. 27 through March 5, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.
June 23, 2003
AF tries reducing deployment discrepancies

Today’s Air Force is expeditionary, and all airmen should be prepared to deploy to support military operations worldwide, according to Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Peppe.The majority of airmen arriving in an area of responsibility are ready to accomplish their mission, however, nearly 10 percent report for
Nov. 25, 2002
AF trumpeter giving Jay Leno 'double performance'

Tech. Sgt. Kenneth Trimmins will showcase his talents for playing two trumpets simultaneously on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" airing Nov. 28. Trimmins is the superintendent of musical resources for the Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve and the noncommissioned officer in charge of the
Aug. 29, 2013
AF tuition assistance application window delayed for FY14

Airmen applying for tuition assistance in fiscal 2014 will see several changes in both eligibility for and administration of the program.Due to these changes, the application window for classes beginning on or after Oct. 1 will not open until Sept. 9 to allow for system updates.
Dec. 9, 2015
AF twins receive French Legion of Honor for WWII service

Seventy-one years after their World War II service in the Army Air Forces, identical twin brothers -- retired Air Force Reserve Majs. Raymond "Glenn" Clanin and Russell "Lynn" Clanin -- received the French government's highest distinction, the Legion of Honor medal.
March 21, 2014
AF undersecretary headlines F-35 unveiling at Luke AFB

Luke Air Force Base celebrated the arrival of its first F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter with an unveiling ceremony here March 14. The event was attended by approximately 500 people, including elected officials, community leaders, representatives from partner nation air forces and many Luke
March 12, 2012
AF Undersecretary visits Travis

Undersecretary of the Air Force Erin Conaton visited here March 8 to receive a first-hand look at Travis operations, which consists of the 60th Air Mobility Wing, the 349th Air Mobility Wing and the 615th Contingency Response Wing - a total integrated force that makes up one of the Air Force's
March 11, 2014
AF undersecretary: Budget uncertainty worries Airmen

Airmen are worried about budgetary uncertainty, and service leaders pledge to be transparent about priorities and programs available as the service moves forward, Air Force Undersecretary Eric Fanning said here March 11.Speaking to the Defense Writers Group, Fanning told reporters he has heard from
May 18, 2016
AF uniform office designs for entire force; new modifications underway

When an Airman gets dressed for his or her job, he or she dons apparel and equipment that were developed, produced, deployed, sustained, and modified by a group of fewer than 20 people working at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
Jan. 20, 2014
AF uniform policy update: welcome back morale t-shirts, badges and limitless athletic shoes

The Air Force updated the policy governing uniform wear Jan. 17, with a goal of not financially burdening Airmen. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark. A. Welsh III approved several updates to Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Air Force Dress and Appearance, with many of the changes coming directly from
Nov. 8, 2013
AF units join air defense mission in Iceland

The final members of the 48th Air Expeditionary Group arrived at Keflavik International Airport, Iceland, Nov. 4, 2013, to conduct air surveillance and policing missions.
Oct. 10, 2003
AF unveils force development plan

Air Force leaders are launching a spread-the-word tour in November to explain force development, a new system that transforms how the service will train, educate and assign people to meet mission challenges.Teams led by major command general officers will visit every base to explain the details of
Nov. 10, 2016
AF unveils latest ‘Veterans in Blue’ exhibit

The seventh volume of “Veterans in Blue” is now available online. The exhibit captures 28 stories of heroism and service by Air Force veterans. Each veteran’s portrait is also displayed at the Pentagon.
April 9, 2018
AF unveils official portrait of 23rd SecAF

A portrait of former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James was unveiled during a ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 6, 2018.
June 17, 2013
AF updates CJR constrained list, remaining fiscal year quotas

Air Force officials have updated the career job reservation constrained list and released remaining fiscal 2013 quotas for career fields on the list, as well. The career job reservation program enables the Air Force to manage the number of first-term Airmen who reenlist in career fields where
Aug. 31, 2017
AF updates enlisted special duty assignment pay effective Nov. 1

The Air Force will update enlisted special duty assignment pay for several career fields, locations or special assignment duties effective Nov. 1, 2017, following the most recent Air Force semiannual review.
April 4, 2014
AF updates officer, enlisted voluntary force management eligibility lists

Select Airmen in specific categories who were not formerly eligible for fiscal year 2014 force management voluntary separation are now being offered voluntary separation. These individuals will not be subject to involuntary programs in Fiscal 2014.
Sept. 30, 2014
AF updates voluntary education programs for FY15

Active-duty Airmen who want to take advantage of military assistance programs for voluntary education in the coming academic year will experience several changes beginning Oct. 1.
Aug. 1, 2013
AF upgrades official website

The official website of the U.S. Air Force is taking a step forward in the information age Aug. 2 with a new look and greater functionality for today's Internet user. The latest version of Air Force Link boasts features that make it more accessible including mobile device and computer software
Feb. 13, 2018
AF upgrades to Windows 10

In accordance with the Department of Defense mandate, the Air Force must complete the Microsoft Windows 10 migration by March 31, 2018. Any operating system not upgraded by the deadline will be denied access to the network.
March 10, 2017
AF uses first drone for C-17 post flight inspection

The 412th Test Wing’s Emerging Technologies Combined Test Force used a quadcopter to conduct a maintenance inspection of the exterior of a C-17 Globemaster III here March 6, 2017.
April 29, 2013
AF uses innovative tactics to tackle sexual assault

As part of an innovative initiative to reduce sexual assault across the Minot Air Force Base has partnered with the Gracie Academy to certify 100 men and women of the U.S. Air Force in the Gracie Women Empowered program, April 15 to 19. In 2012, the U.S. Air Force saw a 30 percent increase in sexual
April 23, 2012
AF vectors 38 to regional affairs strategist positions

More than 36 line officers have been selected for development as regional affairs strategists, under the International Affairs Specialist Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced.Regional affairs strategist is a developmental initiative offered to Airmen who have 7-10 years of
Jan. 23, 2014
AF vectors 58 captains, majors into regional affairs program

The Air Force has selected 58 line officer captains and majors for development as regional affairs strategists under the International Affairs Specialist Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced.
Jan. 19, 2017
AF veteran embodies personal motto after overcoming cancer

A Boston native assigned to U.S. Air Forces Central Command embodies the motto "Boston Strong" every day by living his personal mantra of "Never Quit. Never Stop. Not Today. Not Ever."
Sept. 4, 2012
AF veteran shares wisdom with young paralympians

The camaraderie of being part of a team is a draw to many athletes and can be traced to the origins of why many embarked on lengthy careers, staying the course even when things are not always going their way.Mario Rodriguez, a member of the U.S. Paralympic fencing team and former Air Force staff
Nov. 7, 2015
AF veteran survivor of three wars, plane crash

Retired Lt. Col. Alma Skousen, a humble, soft-spoken 89-year-old fighter pilot, served his country during three wars, encountered Soviet MiG fighters in battle and survived a jet crash before ending his flying career as the 311th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron, now known as the 311th Fighter
Nov. 11, 2015
AF veterans reveal what Veterans Day means to them

The day when nearly 70 bullets riddled his HH-3E Jolly Green Giant rescue helicopter as his crew tried to save two Airmen during the Vietnam War remains vivid for retired Chief Master Sgt. Dennis Richardson. It was March 14, 1968, and Richardson, a flight engineer at the time, and others were called
Aug. 10, 2015
AF vice chief of staff retires with nearly 44 years of service

Airmen said goodbye and good luck to the Air Force vice chief of staff during his retirement ceremony on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 7.
July 9, 2015
AF Vietnam veterans honored on Capitol Hill

Current and former service members, members of Congress, Vietnam veterans and Air Force senior leaders gathered in the Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, July 8, for a Congressional Commemoration to honor those who served during the Vietnam War.
July 31, 2015
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Nov. 20, 2015
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June 27, 2025
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April 4, 2025
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Oct. 11, 2024
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Aug. 16, 2024
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Aug. 23, 2024
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June 9, 2023
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July 28, 2023
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Sept. 15, 2023
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July 19, 2024
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Feb. 9, 2024
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Feb. 16, 2024
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Dec. 1, 2023
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Jan. 12, 2024
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March 10, 2023
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Nov. 25, 2022
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Dec. 16, 2016
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March 17, 2017
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Feb. 24, 2017
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April 7, 2017
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Sept. 16, 2016
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Oct. 14, 2016
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April 29, 2016
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May 20, 2016
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March 18, 2016
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Feb. 12, 2016
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July 28, 2017
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June 23, 2017
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June 22, 2018
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May 4, 2018
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Feb. 23, 2018
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Jan. 25, 2019
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Nov. 9, 2018
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July 19, 2019
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Oct. 18, 2019
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Nov. 1, 2019
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Nov. 8, 2019
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Jan. 17, 2020
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Feb. 8, 2019
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Feb. 22, 2019
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March 8, 2019
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June 20, 2019
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July 12, 2019
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June 14, 2019
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March 25, 2022
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Dec. 10, 2021
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Feb. 26, 2021
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Feb. 5, 2021
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Jan. 22, 2021
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Aug. 27, 2021
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Aug. 13, 2021
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Aug. 6, 2021
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Sept. 18, 2020
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Aug. 14, 2020
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May 8, 2020
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June 5, 2020
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June 12, 2020
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July 2, 2020
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April 10, 2020
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April 17, 2020
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