Tricare program for gray-area reservists on its way

A new program will offer "gray-area" reservists the opportunity to purchase Tricare health care coverage.While qualified members of the Selected Reserve may purchase premium-based coverage under Tricare Reserve Select (TRS), retired National Guard and Reserve personnel did not have Tricare health

TRICARE provides answers to behavioral health questions

Whether it's "butterflies in the stomach" or a quickened heartbeat, most people feel anxious at some time or another. While it's normal to worry or feel nervous before public speaking or an important event, or with unexpected news, some people constantly feel on edge and panicky. Similarly, sadness

Tricare records-processing system reaches milestone

As of May 26, the one billionth Tricare Encounter Data record was processed for Tricare services around the world. This has significance for all Tricare beneficiaries."The fact that one billion records have been processed reflects the value of this program in helping Tricare provide the best

TRICARE reduces pharmacy home delivery co-pays

Co-payments for some medications provided through TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery are being reduced to zero. As of Oct. 1, home delivery beneficiaries may fill generic prescriptions at no cost to themselves.Generic formulary drugs purchased through home delivery currently cost $3 for a 90-day

Tricare reps reach out to providers during National Conference on Autism

Officials from Tricare's regional offices and managed care contractors were among the exhibitors at the 2009 Autism Conference Feb. 6 to 8 in Jacksonville, Fla. Their mission was to educate attendees about the Tricare Autism Demonstration Project. Representatives from Tricare's managed care support

Tricare Reserve and Guard family benefit now permanent

Eligible families of activated National Guard and Reserve members will continue to save up to $300 in annual deductibles now that a Tricare "demonstration" program is a permanent benefit. Eligible family members of Guard and Reserve personnel activated for more than 30 days under federal orders in

TRICARE Reserve Family Demonstration Benefit extended through Oct. 31, 2007

The TRICARE Reserve Family Demonstration Benefit that was due to end Oct. 31, has been extended through Oct. 31, 2007. The Department of Defense extended the benefit for an additional two years to ensure continuity of care for family members of approximately 170,000 National Guard and Reserve

Tricare Retired Reserve health coverage launches

For the first time, members of the Retired Reserve who are not yet age 60, the so-called "gray area" retirees, can purchase Tricare health coverage for themselves and their eligible family members with the Sept. 1 launch of Tricare Retired Reserve. "This new program offers a health coverage

Tricare retiree dental benefit available overseas

Retired Tricare beneficiaries living overseas may enroll in the Tricare Retiree Dental Program beginning Oct. 1.The Enhanced-Overseas TRDP is available for all eligible uniformed service retirees and their families. "For many years, military retirees and their families have requested a dental

TRICARE retiree dental program open for new enrollment

The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) offers comprehensive dental coverage to all enrolled members. Available to retired service members and their family, retired National Guard and Reserve members and their family, Medal of Honor recipients, their family and survivors, TRDP is currently open

Tricare seeks nominations to honor vaccination advocates

In honor of National Immunization Awareness month, Tricare Management Activity officials are seeking to recognize an individual or team that has encouraged people in the community to catch up on vaccinations.This award will be the latest installment of the "Salute to the Heroes of Tricare" program.

Tricare Selected Reserve termination explained

Office of the Secretary of Defense will allow members up to five months, instead of the original three-month period, to pay overdue premiums to have coverage reinstated and will honor any medical services and bills incurred during that time, once premiums are paid.

TRICARE shines a light on suicide prevention awareness

Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death for Americans, and military veterans make up 20 percent of suicide deaths each year. TRICARE works with the Defense Suicide Prevention Office, the Department of Defense’s oversight authority to reduce the impact of suicide on Service members and their

Tricare South Region begins transition August 1

Department of Defense officials announced July 28 the continuation of its move toward new military health-care contractors and changes in regional areas of responsibility. On Aug. 1, Tricare-eligible beneficiaries in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, eastern Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and

Tricare Standard allows civilian care

People covered by the Tricare Standard military health care plan no longer need approval from their military treatment facility to seek inpatient care at civilian hospitals.The need to get a nonavailability statement before seeking civilian inpatient care expired Dec. 28 under a provision of the

TRICARE Standard gives families more options

TRICARE Standard is a great option for military families who want more freedom when it comes to selecting their medical providers.TRICARE Standard is a fee-for-service plan available worldwide to all eligible, non-active duty beneficiaries. They include:· Active duty family members· Family members

TRICARE supports DEA's National Medication Take Back Day

National Medication Take Back Day is being observed April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at many police departments, universities, hospitals and military installations across America. This one-day event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, provides a venue for people to safely dispose of

Tricare supports storm-affected beneficiaries

August and September are proving to be active months for the Atlantic hurricane season, but Tricare beneficiaries can rest assured their healthcare needs are being met. In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Fay and Hurricane Gustav, Tricare officials are assisting more than 500,000 beneficiaries in

TRICARE survivor benefits continue upon death of sponsor

TRICARE will continue to provide coverage for family members if a sponsor dies. Options and costs will vary based on the sponsor's military status when he or she dies and if the surviving beneficiary is a spouse or child If a beneficiary is the spouse of an active duty service member who died while

Tricare takes aim at childhood obesity

October is Children's Health Month and Tricare has launched a new Web page at http://www.tricare.mil/getfit to promote a healthy lifestyle partnership aimed at military families. The new page serves as campaign "headquarters." The target? Childhood obesity. Tricare is partnering with the Defense

TRICARE to expand preventive service coverage

TRICARE has always had excellent coverage of important preventive services and they are making it better. TRICARE is adding preventive services to ensure alignment with recommendations of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, and the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration’s guidelines.

Tricare to make access to dental care easier overseas

Presently, host nation dentists often require military families to make full payment up front, and then wait for reimbursement from United Concordia, the administrator of the Tricare Dental Program. Now, Tricare has modified their dental contract in an effort to eliminate the problem by seeking out

'Tricare University' offers benefit education

If you are new to Tricare and eager to learn about your health care benefits or an old hand who wants to know the latest changes, Tricare University is the place to go.Tricare University offers free online courses 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year at www.tricare.mil/tricareu."The

Tricare unveils new extended health-care option

Tricare’s Extended Care Health Option will be available for beneficiaries of active-duty family members with defined qualifying conditions Sept. 1. Beneficiaries currently receiving care through the Program for Persons with Disabilities and not qualified for ECHO will continue care through Tricare

TRICARE waives referral requirement for family members departing from Turkey

The Defense Department ordered departure of about 700 family members of active-duty service members from southern Turkey, due to security concerns in the region. TRICARE is waiving the primary care manager referral requirement for all evacuated beneficiaries. This will help them get medical care

TRICARE young adult premiums to increase Jan. 1

Premiums for the Military Health System’s benefit plan for adult children between 21 and 26 years old have been announced. The premiums for TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) program will increase on Jan. 1 to $306 per month for TYA Prime, and $228 per month for TYA Standard.

Tricare, Medicare work together for eligible beneficiaries

Tricare officials want beneficiaries who receive a disability check to ensure they are getting the Tricare coverage they are entitled to receive. In general, most beneficiaries become eligible for Medicare at age 65; however, many beneficiaries younger than 65 also qualify for Medicare and there is

Tricare: Weigh facts before getting Medicare part D

Medicare's new prescription drug plan opens today, but Tricare Management Activity officials encourage beneficiaries to weigh the facts before deciding whether to sign on to the plan. Coverage under the new prescription drug plan, called Medicare Part D, begins Jan. 1 and is open to anyone already

TRICARE’s breast pump policy updates effective July 1

TRICARE's breast pump policy was recently updated to include coverage of breast pumps and supplies, and breastfeeding counseling. These supplies and services will be retroactively covered as of Dec. 19.

TRICARE's 'Get Fit' page can trigger new you

TRICARE officials have launched an updated "Get Fit" web page with a new section focusing on monthly healthy living tips through slide show presentations.The presentations provide suggestions for activities and health information to help beneficiaries make healthier choices. Beneficiaries have the

Trick Pony brings season’s greetings to troops

The country music band Trick Pony is riding with the Air Force Reserve to Germany, Turkey, and a forward operating base in Southwest Asia, with a final stop at Keflavik, Iceland, Dec. 2. “We want to meet as many of the troops as possible and to thank them,” said Trick Pony’s lead singer Heidi

Trilateral E-7A agreement marks new milestone with KC-46 certification

In a historic first, the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and Royal Air Force collaborated to rapidly improve global combat capability while gathering critical test data for future acquisition of the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft.

Trinidadian training concludes with counter-terrorism exercise

A joint medical team concluded a week-long disaster planning and mass casualty response course alongside Trinidadian officials with a counter terrorism exercise here July 23.Since the training was funded by officials from the Counter-Terrorism Fellowship Program, the team of instructors with the

Trio of deployed Airmen get holiday surprise

Three Airmen deployed here from the 110th Fighter Wing at Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Mich., received a welcome holiday message recently. Staff Sergeants Bryce Moore, Kevin Rynbrandt and James Liston received word on Dec. 21 that they all were selected for pilot training. "Our supervisor

Trip changes airman's view of Iraq

For a combat cameraman from upstate New York, a six-hour ride from Kirkuk to Bashur Airfield in northern Iraq, was an eye-opening experience he will not forget.Trained to look for and document with his camera those moments that tell a story, Tech. Sgt. Steve Faulisi said he put away his camera and

Trip downrange

Trip to war region heightens general's resolve

The commander of the Air Force Materiel Command returned here recently from a trip to Southwest Asia to interact with Airmen who depend on his command for the supplies, parts and maintenance services they need to get their jobs done.General Donald J. Hoffman shared his message for the AFMC work

Trip was gesture of respect to Airmen, Gates says

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates' trip to Langley Air Force Base, Va., Peterson AFB, Colo., and Scott AFB, Ill., was a gesture of respect and confidence in Airmen following a rough week for the Air Force. On June 5, Secretary Gates asked for and received the resignations of Air Force Secretary

Triple Nickels kick-off exercise African Lion 2019 with a roar

Airmen from the 31st Fighter Wing and Royal Moroccan Air Force conduct F-16 aviation training during exercise African Lion 2019, March 25-April 3, 2019, at Ben Guerir Air Base, Morocco.

Troop financial readiness important to force, official says

"It's never too early to start saving for retirement no matter how young you are," said a top Pentagon official, reminding those in uniform of how important it is to act now to ensure long-term financial readiness.The message from Barbara Thompson, director of the Pentagon's office of Family

Troop movement

Troop rotation to Iraq continues

The largest rotation of U.S. forces since World War II continues in Iraq, Defense Department officials said March 31.In all, more than 250,000 U.S. servicemembers are affected.Planning for the rotation began months ago. New units worked with units already in Iraq to learn their mission and plan the

Troop, base realignments pressure exchanges to change

Projected negative economic impact accompanying future realignment of U.S. forces in Europe and elsewhere to stateside bases is a key reason the military's exchange system needs to become more efficient, a senior Department of Defense official looking into these issues said.As part of

Troops become U.S. citizens during Bush library ceremony

It’s been a long time coming, but U.S. Army Spc. Arafat Khaskheli, who was born in Saudi Arabia but whose nationality is Pakistani, can finally say that he is truly an American.“The feeling is really great, I’ve waited for this a long time,” Specialist Khaskheli, 28, of Fort Hood, Texas, said March

Troops bid former President Bush farewell at Andrews

Military officials bid farewell to the outgoing commander in chief during a departure ceremony Jan. 20 at Andrews Air Force Base where he called leading men and women in uniform the highlight of his presidency. A joint service honor guard, military band and about 4,000 cheering, flag-waving fans

Troops celebrate Thanksgiving in Afghanistan

While millions of Americans gathered around tables Thanksgiving day for a traditional holiday feast, so too did the thousands of servicemembers supporting Operation Enduring Freedom at military bases across Afghanistan and Uzbekistan.But instead of finding family and friends seated at the table, the

Troops complete disaster relief mission in Haiti

The USS Kearsarge departed Haiti Sept. 29 after completing a 19-day disaster relief mission in the storm-ravaged Caribbean nation.  The humanitarian effort included robust helicopter and sealift support to U.S. relief efforts led by the U.S. Agency for International Development's Office of Foreign

Troops conduct biannual 'ammo barge' mission in Alaska

Twice a year, millions of pounds of explosives and ammunition travel north through Pacific waters in a biannual migration designed to resupply military installations across Alaska.

Troops deal with stress of working 'inside the wire'

Working "inside the wire" of the enemy combatant detention facility can lead to stress for the U.S. troops working here. But experts and leaders are working hard to help servicemembers deal with the unique conditions of working on this isolated island base.Stress-control issues are something the

Troops deliver child in Tallil tent city

The cluster of tents in the corner of tent city here that make up the 332nd Expeditionary Medical Group was bustling with unusual activity recently. In facilities designed to support the needs of a deployed combat unit, 332nd Expeditionary Medical Support troops gathered together to deliver a

Troops deployed in combat areas get tax credit options

Servicemembers receiving federal tax exemptions for some or all of their military pay may now elect to apply for certain tax credit options, the chief of the Armed Forces Tax Council said here Feb. 17.Troops deployed to combat zones can now apply for tax refunds based on earned income tax credits,

Troops embark on 'Why We Serve' public outreach mission

Eight servicemembers with duty experience in Iraq, Afghanistan or the Horn of Africa, who have been selected to tell the military's story to the American public, met with Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England here March 30. It's important and it's vital, particularly now," Secretary England told

Troops explore emerging energy solutions

As officials work to shrink the military's operational energy footprint, experts in solar power, microgrids and "smart" generators recently took that technology to a crucial jury: the troops.Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines who deal hands-on with battlefield power converged here April 12

Troops get 3.5 percent raise, increase in housing allowance

Money contained within the 2005 National Defense Authorization Act will fund a 3.5 percent troop pay raise and eliminate servicemembers' out-of-pocket costs for family housing, the Department of Defense’s top military personnel official said.The January troop pay raise will be applied across the

Troops head out to record holiday greetings

Broadcasters from the Army and Air Force Hometown News Service will begin collecting holiday greetings from troops overseas Sept. 8.Three teams of military broadcasters are expected to return here with more than 13,000 individual messages to be sent to local television and radio stations in the

Troops hope their work doesn't come home

They descended on a forward-deployed location with one focus: building bombs. Not just any bombs. They wanted to build the kind that don't come back. It is the lifeblood of any ammo troop.They didn't build for two weeks, just long enough for them to get antsy, wondering when they would get their

Troops learn to play by the rules

Airmen, Soldiers and Sailors attended the Air Mobility Warfare Center here for the Rules of Engagement/Rules of Use of Force Tactical Training Seminar. The seminar held from Dec. 6 to 8 and hosted by the center for the first time, familiarized more than 40 students with the legal and tactical

Troops look up to Compass Call

Operation Enduring Freedom has become as much about electrons as about bullets. Providing an umbrella of electronic protection over ground forces has become the role of EC-130H Compass Call aircraft here. But since November 2004, the 41st Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron has taken that role

Troops run from Baghdad to Orlando

What has two big round ears, a tail, 69,168 feet, more than 900 legs, and 50,000 eyes on it? That would be the Disney Half Marathon Heroes Race in Baghdad, Iraq.More than 450 U.S. service members, as well as individuals from several different countries, participated in the 13.1 mile race and ran in

Troops take a leap to help those in need

Families in need here and in the surrounding community of Fayetteville, N.C., will get an extra boost this holiday season thanks to Airmen and Soldiers who participated in this year’s Operation Toy Drop. More than 1,080 men and women gathered here Dec. 9 to exchange toys for a chance to earn foreign

Troops take advantage of GI Bill transferability

More than 100,000 requests from troops desiring to transfer their unused education benefits to family members have been approved under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, a defense official said April 22 here. Signed into law in June 2008, the new GI Bill is a Department of Veteran Affairs-sponsored program that

Troops to receive full mid-month pay April 15th

All service members will receive their full mid-month pay they have earned in their paychecks April 15, Pentagon officials said today."Basically, all active duty and reserve service members will receive full mid-month pay on the 15th of April," Pentagon spokesman Marine Col. Dave Lapan said. "It may

Troops to receive retroactive pay next month

Active duty troops will receive retroactive earnings next month, followed weeks later by a supplemental payday for non-active personnel, a Pentagon official said today. The National Defense Authorization Act signed into law Jan. 28 by President Bush stipulates a 3.5 percent military pay raise. This

Troops to Teachers program helps veterans become educators

If you’ve ever considered becoming a teacher after your military career, then the Airman and Family Readiness Center has a program they can get you connected with.

Troops turn out early for Jingle Bell Run

More than 400 Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines turned out early to participate in the 5K Jingle Bell Run here Dec. 25.The event was sponsored by 332nd Expeditionary Force Support Squadron and took place at Holt Stadium on the base.

Troops visit Iraqi orphanages

The rumble of American convoy’s engines slowed to a dull idle, while the melodic sounds of a Muslim prayer filled the hot, dusty air of An Nasiriyah, Iraq. The scene quickly changed as airmen and soldiers here arrived at local orphanages with boxes of surprises.One after another, the troops

Troops, civilian employees must follow rules for political activities

As U.S. servicemembers and Defense Department civilians ponder candidates during the election season, they should realize there are limits placed upon their involvement in certain political activities. Political-related "dos and don'ts" pertaining to military members of all service branches are

Troops, families can access free tax-filing services

Rather than paying a tax specialist, servicemembers and their families can obtain free assistance to prepare and file their annual tax returns through a special military program, a Defense Department tax advisor said here Jan. 30. The military's tax assistance program processes more than 200,000

Troops, families to benefit from landmark settlement

Service members and their families are among the Americans who will benefit from a "landmark" $25 billion foreclosure settlement between the government and banks, federal and state officials said today.The federal government and 49 state attorneys general reached the agreement with the nation's five

Troops, vets get free admission to Park Service attractions

The National Park Service offers its last free-admission day of the year to honor U.S. veterans and active-duty servicemembers on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.The Park Service has nearly 400 parks and other resources around the United States and in American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands,

Trouble afloat

Trouble can't hide

Senior Airman Zachary Felten examines minuscule circuits on a of the circuit cards from an FCC-100 multiplexer Jan. 22 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. Each card can receive upwards of 50 signals at any moment and send them to air traffic control scopes which projects an image of the air space. No job is

Troubleshooters

True team effort behind weather squadron's success

Today's Airmen are becoming increasingly familiar with words like "joint" and "total force" regardless of where they are assigned or deployed. As the U.S. Central Command's and International Security Assistance Force's designated Joint Meteorology and Oceanographic Forecast Unit, that's certainly

True Warrior: An Airman's fight

The distant roar of hundreds of people hungry for action pulses through the compound, rumbling the stone walls of a dimly lit waiting room.Shoulders hunched, Tech. Sgt. Clinton Williams, a 52nd Component Maintenance Squadron engine manager and mixed martial artist, walks down a hallway, wearing a

Trump presents CINC Trophy to USAFA

The U.S. Air Force Academy football team received the Commander in Chief’s Trophy from President Donald Trump during a visit to the White House May 2, 2017.

TSA expedites airport screening for wounded warriors

The Transportation Security Administration now offers expedited airport screening to severely injured members of the armed forces.In addition to offering curb-to-gate service, TSA now allows wounded warriors to move through security checkpoints without having to remove shoes, light outerwear jackets

TSA trains bomb dog teams for transit systems

Six mass transit officers partnered with bomb dogs are graduating today at Lackland, marking the Transportation Security Administration’s first full-scale expansion into canine protection for people riding trains, light rail and buses in America’s major cities. The TSA office on Lackland is sharing

TSgt Benjamin Koren

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TSgt Brian Williams

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TSgt Jason Caswell

Jason CaswellTechnical Sergeant (Active Duty)Hometown: Jacksonville, AZSport(s): Volleyball, swimming, and track and fieldInjury: right leg amputationHow has military health services helped you overcome your injury/disability?It brought a drive and determination that I was missing, due to my leg

TSgt Jesse Graham

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TSgt Krystoffer Bowman

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TSgt Patrick Roberts

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TSgt Patrick Young

Patrick YoungTechnical Sergeant RetiredHometown: Albuquerque, NMSport(s): Volleyball, track and field, swimming and basketballInjury: Post-traumatic stress disorder and left leg amputationHow has military health services helped you overcome your injury/disability?They helped me obtain

TSgt Ryan DeLaney

Ryan DelaneyTechnical Sergeant Active DutyHometown: Indianapolis, INSport(s): Volleyball, shooting, track and field, and basketballInjury: Head trauma, skin disease and post-traumatic stress disorderHow has military health services helped you overcome your injury/disability?This program and

TSgt Timothy McDonough

Timothy McDonoughTechnical Sergeant RetiredHometown: Queens, NYSport(s): Shooting and archeryInjury: Post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, right arm and cervical spine damage and seizures How has military health services helped you overcome your injury/disability?It gave me a new

TSgt Timothy Wymore

Timothy WymoreTechnical Sergeant SeparatedHometown: St. Charles, MOSport(s): Volleyball, cycling, track and field, and basketballInjury: Toxic exposureHow has military health services helped you overcome your injury/disability?It helps me get off the couch, and I get to help other people. I don't

TSP announces enrollment changes for 2006

Effective in 2006, civilian and military employees are no longer subject to a percentage limit on the amount they may contribute to a regular Thrift Savings Plan account. They may contribute the full amount allowed by the Internal Revenue Service annual elective deferral limit, which is $15,000 for

TSP begins catch-up contribution enrollment for 2006

The Air Force Personnel Center's civilian benefits and entitlements service team automated systems will be available for 2006 Thrift Savings Plan catch-up contribution enrollment beginning Dec. 11. Military members may submit their 2006 catch-up contribution enrollments in early January. TSP

TSP begins catch-up contributions enrollment for 2005

Air Force Personnel Center's benefits and entitlements service team automated systems will be available for 2005 Thrift Savings Plan catch-up contribution enrollments beginning Dec. 12."TSP catch-up contributions are additional tax-deferred contributions, separate from (regular) contributions," said

TSP contribution limits set for 2011

Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board members announced the 2011 elective deferral limit for regular Thrift Savings Plan contributions will remain $16,500, and TSP catch-up plan contribution limits will remain at $5,500.TSP is a long-term retirement savings plan that gives investors an

TSP open season begins

Civilian and military employees can sign up for, or change, their Thrift Savings Plan contribution amounts during the "open season" Oct. 15 to Dec. 31."TSP is an easy, long-term retirement savings plan, that everyone should consider," said Senior Master Sgt. Felipe Ortiz, superintendent of the Air

TSP to continue operations during shutdown

As the closure of government offices and activities continues, the Thrift Savings Plan, the retirement savings program for federal employees and members of the uniformed services, will carry on operations.

Tsuiki ATR exercise concludes

The departure of the final two F-16 Fighting Falcons from Tsuiki Air Base March 12 signaled the end of a weeklong aviation training relocation exercise between the 35th Fighter Wing from Misawa AB, Japan and the Japan Air Self Defense Force. Approximately 90 Airmen and five F-16s were deployed from

Tsunami preparedness part of Civil Air Patrol training

The idea of tsunami preparedness is nothing new for Civil Air Patrol members in Hawaii. In the aftermath of the recent tsunamis in South Asia, CAP's Hawaii Wing has scheduled additional exercises to supplement its usual tsunami preparedness training, officials said. "Our wing works extensively with

Tuition assistance allows Airmen to reach educational goals

The Air Force Military Tuition Assistance program, which allows Airmen to reach educational goals, recently identified an opportunity to link force development initiatives with the program after receiving feedback from the 2007 Air Force Audit Agency. "Historically, MilTA has been used as a

Tuition assistance increases for undergraduate program

For the second year in a row, Air Force Reserve Command is boosting the amount of help offered through its Tuition Assistance Program for undergraduate work.Starting Oct. 1, the Reserve will increase a student's maximum assistance per semester from $187.50 to $250 for undergraduate work, reimbursing

Tune-up time

Tunnel 9 completes vehicle testing

The Arnold Engineering Development Center's Tunnel 9 facility in White Oak, Md. is playing a crucial role in the ongoing Falcon program, with the completion of mission-critical testing of the Hypersonic Technology Vehicle 1. The Falcon initiative is a joint Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency