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Sept. 11, 2024
Edwards AFB hosts groundbreaking ceremony for Air Force’s first commercial apartment complex

The project aims to alleviate the current housing shortage for service members stationed at Edwards AFB and potentially other similar remote and isolated installations.
Sept. 11, 2024
National Robot Rodeo ropes in emerging EOD technologies

With over 25 industry partners in attendance, the goal of this year’s rodeo was to put technologies and prototypes into the hands of bomb experts in the earlier stages of development to test their capabilities, identify issues and evaluate equipment that could make its way to the field.
Sept. 10, 2024
CMSAF, CMSSF host SELIS 2024

The four-day summit focused on the “Spirit of Integration,” and brought together DoD, NATO and more 67 allied and partner nations’ SEL counterparts to show the DAF’s commitment to working together to overcome shared challenges.
Sept. 10, 2024
AMC welcomes new commander

CSAF Gen. David W. Allvin presided over the event as Gen. John D. Lamontagne assumed command from Gen. Michael A. Minihan, who is retiring after 34 years of service.
Sept. 9, 2024
Air Force realigns to ensure readiness, future competitiveness

As part of the GPC initiative, the DAF is organizing its major commands into Institutional Commands and Service Component Commands.
Sept. 9, 2024
Air Force Test Pilot School begins transformation for Great Power Competition

The Air Force Test Pilot School is undergoing a major transformation to better prepare Airmen and Guardians for the challenges of modern warfare in an era of Great Power Competition.
Sept. 9, 2024
US service members provide medical care for El Salvadoran citizens in AMISTAD campaign

More than 40 personnel from 15 units across three U.S. military service branches participated in a campaign to augment health services in multiple locations across El Salvador, Aug. 19 to Sep. 6.
Sept. 9, 2024
AFRL to highlight tech to ‘achieve decisive advantage in an age of growing threats’ at 2024 Air, Space and Cyber Conference

The Air Force Research Laboratory will showcase war-winning technologies to drive the future fight in an era of Great Power Competition at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 6, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Sept. 6, 2024
Air Force activates first Air Task Force at Scott AFB

The 12th Air Task Force was activated and will train and certify 2,500 Airmen for deployment through the Air Force’s Force Generation cycle.
Sept. 6, 2024
Around the Air Force: SECAF Strengthens Partnerships, Combat Support Instructor Course, and Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Debut

In this week's look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall takes a relationship-building trip to seven European nations, a new combat support instructor course will help Air Task Forces, and the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle makes its debut.
Sept. 4, 2024
US Air Force F-35s make historic first on highway in Finland

During an exercise, U.S. Air Force Airmen expanded on ACE capabilities by learning austere environment aircraft landing and takeoff operations and techniques from their Finnish counterparts.
Sept. 4, 2024
USecAF, DAF senior leaders, congressional staff delegation visit Malmstrom AFB

Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton, DAF senior leaders and a Congressional staff delegation visited Malmstrom AFB to better understand the 341st Missile Wing’s current mission and operations and to emphasize the strategic importance of ongoing modernization efforts.
Sept. 4, 2024
PACAF joins allies, partners in Indian Air Force-led exercise to enhance diverse cooperation

Pacific Air Force units arrived for Tarang Shakti 24 Phase II at Jodhpur Air Force Station, India, Aug. 30, 2024. The exercise, which was broken into two phases to allow for optimum participation from 10 nations and 18 observing nations, is the largest multinational exercise India has held.
Sept. 4, 2024
Air Force to establish Global Strike wing at Offutt AFB

The Department of the Air Force intends to activate a new wing headquarters, the 95th Wing, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This new wing is one of the many efforts underway to reorganize the department for Great Power Competition.
Sept. 3, 2024
Pacific Angel 24-1 successfully completed

Pacific Angel 24-1 is a five-day search and rescue focused field training exercise and subject matter expert exchange.
Aug. 30, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Aug. 30, 2024
Around the Air Force: ‘One Air Force’ Initiative, Emergency Response Task Force, and Autonomous Aviation

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin emphasizes the importance of a unified ‘One Air Force’ approach, a new emergency response task force helps bases after a natural disaster, and autonomous aviation technology delivers supplies during a major exercise.
Aug. 29, 2024
SecAF concludes relationship-building trip with 7 nations across EUCOM

The trip consisted of engagements with senior leaders in Belgium, Sweden, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Estonia and Poland to reinforce the indispensable alliances that ensure security in the region.
Aug. 29, 2024
Second annual ARROW held at Camp Guernsey

The second annual Advanced Recapture Recovery Operational Warfighter exercise successfully took place at Camp Guernsey, Aug. 5-23.
Aug. 28, 2024
70 Years of Flight: The C-130's legacy, future

Robins AFB held a C-130 70th anniversary celebration highlighting the aircraft’s history as one of the most versatile and battle-tested aircraft in the Air Force fleet.
Aug. 27, 2024
First ACC EA-37B delivered to Davis-Monthan AFB

The 55th Wing, 55th Electronic Combat Group, and 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron received ACC’s first EA-37B Compass Call during a delivery ceremony at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona.
Aug. 27, 2024
20AF completes first NAF-wide Remote Code Change

Twentieth Air Force completed the first-ever NAF-wide Remote Code Change eliminating the need for physical installations by maintenance teams at each launch facility.
Aug. 27, 2024
AFIMSC introduces combat support instructor course to increase ATF readiness

AFIMSC is developing the Combat Support Instructor Course and presented it at the 2024 AFIMSC conference as part of the Air Task Force construct.
Aug. 26, 2024
Tinker and the Primes returns to forge readiness, accelerate innovation

This year's theme was "Forging Readiness and Accelerating Innovation for Great Power Competition,” referring to the shift from post 9/11 conflicts and demands to deterring, and if necessary, winning, conflicts against peer competitors.
Aug. 26, 2024
Project Iron Agility training program launches at Holloman AFB

On Aug. 12th, personnel from the 49th Maintenance Group engaged in a realistic deployment scenario as part of the newly launched maintenance knowledge and tactics operation called Project Iron Agility.
Aug. 26, 2024
SecAF Kendall visits 52nd Operations Group, Det. 1

SecAF Kendall Visited Łask Air Base to gain a deeper understanding of Det. 1 and the 495th FS missions as well as build ties with the Polish air force as part of his larger trip throughout the U.S. European Command AOR.
Aug. 23, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Aug. 23, 2024
Around the Air Force: Working with Partners, MEDIC-X, Political Activity

In this week's look around the Air Force, USAF Southern hosts exercise PANAMAX 24, MEDIC-X expands readiness training for medical Airmen, and political activity guidelines for Airmen, Guardians and civilian employees.
Aug. 22, 2024
Cannon AFB hosts 15th annual Medic Rodeo

The four-day exercise involved 18 teams from across the Air Force competing against each other to test their practical combat casualty care training.
Aug. 21, 2024
AETC developing Enterprise Learning Engineering Center of Excellence to accelerate learning for GPC

In support of Air Education and Training Command’s intent to soon redesignate as Airman Development Command, AETC is planning to realign portions of the headquarters staff to establish the Enterprise Learning Engineering Center of Excellence.
Aug. 19, 2024
Chaplain Corps hosts annual summit, celebrates 75th anniversary

The U.S. Air Force Chaplain Corps marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 75th anniversary during its annual summit held in Arlington Aug. 6-8.
Aug. 19, 2024
Allvin: ‘One Air Force’ needed to address today’s evolving security landscape

During a speaking engagement, CSAF emphasized the Air Force must continue evolving into a highly integrated and lethal “one Air Force” if it is to successfully compete, deter, and win in today’s strategic environment.
Aug. 19, 2024
SecAF travels within EUCOM AOR to strengthen international partnerships

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall has begun traveling through the U.S. European Command area of responsibility beginning Aug. 19, 2024, to strengthen international partnerships.
Aug. 16, 2024
CSAF visits Team Robins

CSAF visited Robins Air Force Base to speak with Airmen and receive mission updates on both legacy platforms and new missions being established at the installation.
Aug. 16, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Aug. 16, 2024
Around the Air Force: Risk and Readiness, Bamboo Eagle, and Wargame Indo-Pacific

In this week’s look around the Air Force, CSAF Gen. David Allvin’s campaign focuses on risk management, exercise Bamboo Eagle showcases reoptimization, and a new table-top game teaches Airmen the basics of warfare.
Aug. 16, 2024
VCSAF tours Goodfellow AFB

VCSAF Gen. Jim Slife visited Goodfellow AFB to see how technical training has transformed and evolved and to learn more about how Goodfellow’s mission supports the Great Power Competition initiative.
Aug. 16, 2024
Sentinel: The history of the DAF modernizing the backbone of America’s national security

The U.S. Air Force is replacing the 54-year-old LGM-30G Minuteman III ICBM weapon system with the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM. Upgrading to Sentinel ICBMs ensures the land-based leg of America's Nuclear Triad remains safe, secure & effective.
Aug. 15, 2024
DAF senior leaders discuss quality of life, modernizing forces

Senior leaders gathered at the AFSA Summit to strategize, enhance innovation, and advance development for the Department of the Air Force.
Aug. 15, 2024
Exercise Agile Flag creates Mission Ready Airmen

The 9th Reconnaissance Wing participated in exercise Agile Flag 24-3 throughout Southern California from July 31 to Aug. 11. This year’s iteration included the Command and Control force elements from the 23rd wing, and the 9th RW.
Aug. 13, 2024
AFWERX cultivates innovation experts through fellowship program

AFWERX, the Air Force's innovation arm, offers a four-month Traditional Fellowship program for engineers and technical professionals, focusing on cross-training and problem-solving, with applications open until Aug. 16, 2024
Aug. 12, 2024
Bamboo Eagle 24-3: USAFWC concludes second iteration of major exercise

The recent conclusion of Bamboo Eagle 24-3, a USAFWC-led joint exercise, marked a significant milestone in the Air Force's reoptimization for Great Power Competition.
Aug. 12, 2024
Bamboo Eagle 24-3: Designed for an era of Great Power Competition

The Department of the Air Force has worked to reoptimize for Great Power Competition following the announcement of 24 key decisions for the DAF to prevail in the challenging security environment of today.
Aug. 12, 2024
Nellis ‘Aggressor Nation’ plays Red Force during Bamboo Eagle 24-3

Nellis-based Aggressor units and the 57th Operations Group intelligence flight comprised the Red Force ensemble for Bamboo Eagle 24-3 from Aug. 2-9.
Aug. 9, 2024
US Air Force reaches price agreement for E-7A rapid prototype program with Boeing

The U.S. Department of the Air Force has successfully negotiated a price agreement with Boeing for the E-7A Wedgetail weapon system rapid prototype program.
Aug. 9, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF visit Cannon AFB

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Cannon Air Force Base Aug. 7.
Aug. 9, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Aug. 9, 2024
Around the Air Force: SECAF Talks Modernization, DAF Priorities, New Rules for Dogs Entering the US

In this week’s look around the Air Force, SecAF Frank Kendall highlights modernization and innovation, USecAF Melissa Dalton addresses global challenges, and new rules are in effect for people returning from overseas to the U.S. with dogs.
Aug. 8, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF visit Kirtland AFB

The senior leaders witnessed the Kirtland AFB mission firsthand and met the team members who maintain global deterrence.
Aug. 8, 2024
SecAF Kendall visits 20th FW

During the two-day visit, Kendall attended mission briefs from various units, met with civic leaders from the local community and held an all-call to field questions from Shaw Air Force Base Airmen.
Aug. 8, 2024
US Air Force demonstrates low-cost capability to defeat surface vessels from the air

The AFRL Munitions Directorate at Eglin AFB operates an ongoing Maritime Weapon Program in partnership with the U.S. Navy to develop anti-ship lethality with air-launched weapons.
Aug. 8, 2024
Air Force releases staff sergeant promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 12,827 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 56,124 eligible for a selection rate of 22.85% in the 24E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Aug. 7, 2024
Air Force activates 13th CABS at Luke AFB

The 13th CABS is the first of its kind in the Air Force and will set the stage for the future of the Air Force’s Force Generation deployment model in an effort for the service to adapt and innovate in response to growing global challenges.
Aug. 6, 2024
US completes withdrawal from AB 201

The Air Base 201 turnover is a significant milestone in the U.S. military withdrawal from Niger and was a byproduct of effective cooperation and communication between both nations.
Aug. 6, 2024
Seventh AF joins JASDF for bomber escort, air-to-air training

Fighter aircraft from U.S. Seventh Air Force and Japan Air Self Defense Force participated in aerial training with U.S. bombers in airspace between Japan and Korea Aug. 2.
Aug. 5, 2024
US Air Force, Army medics team with Paraguay in first-ever active-duty led medical assistance mission at AMISTAD24

U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army personnel sourced from 15 locations around the globe arrived in Paraguay in support of Phase II of AMISTAD24, in the first ever active-duty-led U.S. military medical assistance mission in the country.
Aug. 5, 2024
US Airmen conclude Australia’s largest-ever air exercise

Pitch Black, held July 12 to Aug. 2 primarily at Royal Australian Air Force Bases Tindal and Darwin in northern Australia, focused on the tactical execution of advanced air combat capabilities with multinational partners.
Aug. 2, 2024
Americans released from Russian custody arrive at Joint Base Andrews

Three Americans released from Russian custody were greeted by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris and reunited with their family members upon arriving at Joint Base Andrews, Aug. 1.
Aug. 2, 2024
Bauernfeind assumes role as 22nd Academy superintendent

Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind assumed the role of U.S. Air Force Academy superintendent during an assumption of command ceremony Aug. 2.
Aug. 2, 2024
Bamboo Eagle 24-3: USAFWC’s approach to Great Power Competition

Bamboo Eagle improves and refines Air Force readiness through complex, large-scale military operations that demonstrate the ability to operate in a contested, dynamic environment against high end threats on short notice.
Aug. 2, 2024
Air Force’s recent graduate programs launch the next generation of future leaders

With a legacy spanning over 40 years, the Air Force's Palace Acquire (PAQ) and COPPER CAP programs play a crucial role in building our civilian workforce.
Aug. 2, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Aug. 2, 2024
Around the Air Force: Fighting Wildfires, Enhancing Rescue Missions, Enlisted Foundations Courses 

In this week’s look around the Air Force, two C-130 from the Guard and Reserve are fighting wildfires in California, Kadena AB enhances search and rescue ops, and new enlisted Foundations curriculum released.
Aug. 2, 2024
Development ecosystem lays foundation for delivering combat-effective, agile, adaptive airpower at scale

In line with DAF’s efforts to reoptimize for GPC, leaders at AETC are following through on upgrading the service’s development ecosystem with a goal of providing digital-age training and education in alignment with the evolving needs of the warfighter.
Aug. 2, 2024
Senate confirms Maj. Gen. John J. DeGoes as next Air Force surgeon general

The Senate Armed Services Committee confirmed DeGoes by voice vote.
Aug. 2, 2024
Special operations forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

The goal of the training was to ensure interoperability with coalition special operations forces partners in realistic training environments.
Aug. 1, 2024
SecAF visits South Carolina Air National Guard

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited the South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing July 31, as part of a senior leader visit.
Aug. 1, 2024
CV-22 accident investigation report released

The aircraft, assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron, 353rd Special Operations Wing at Yokota Air Base, Japan, was participating in a joint inter-operability exercise when the mishap occurred.
Aug. 1, 2024
CSAF’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign kicks off

The campaign will consist of a major command-led stand-up day dedicated to risk management training and discussion.
July 31, 2024
AFWERX, MTSI evaluate electric vertical takeoff, landing aircraft for military applications

Experts from AFWERX have been working with Beavercreek, Ohio-based defense contractor Modern Technology Solutions Inc., to evaluate Pivotal’s BlackFly electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft.
July 31, 2024
CMSAF focuses on mission, quality of life for AFCENT Airmen, Guardians

CMSAF David Flosi received an inside look into the life of nearly 13,000 Airmen and Guardians deployed under the Ninth Air Force during his first trip as the CMSAF to the USCENTCOM AOR, July 22-26.
July 30, 2024
Kendall delivers LCID 2024 keynote, urges 'go faster'

Kendall discussed the DAF's approach to modernization, the importance of staying ahead of the curve with technology and innovation and the need to reorient the military to address Great Power Competition.
July 30, 2024
Dalton emphasizes DAF priorities, need to modernize, on-time budgets

Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton spoke at the Brookings Institution reasserting the Air Force and Space Force’s priorities to meet global challenges.
July 30, 2024
Marines join DAF-MIT AI Accelerator for first time

The inclusion of Marines underscores the innovation needs and capabilities of service members across the Department of Defense.
July 29, 2024
Enlisted Foundations courses ready for Airmen

The continuum focuses on enhancing the professional military education and development of total force enlisted Airmen and fill the gaps between legacy PME schools.
July 29, 2024
Child Care fee assistance available to DAF civilian employees

The MCCYN fee assistance program, which is available to DAF active-duty and certain reserve members, is now including federal civilian families.
July 29, 2024
Air Force announces selectees for first Warrant Officer Training School class

The Warrant Officer Corps will address critical operational needs while maintaining highly perishable skills and leveraging the deep expertise and technical capabilities of these Airmen.
July 29, 2024
New vice chair selected for DAF Scientific Advisory Board

As vice chair, Schmidt will assist in the overall direction and effectiveness of the board, recommending applications of technology and providing independent reviews of the quality and relevance of the DAF science and technology programs.
July 26, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
July 26, 2024
Around the Air Force: Collective Agility, Integrated Defense, Combined Air and Space Power

In this week’s look around the Air Force, leaders speak at the Global Air and Space Chiefs’ Conference in London about collective agility and integrated defense. They also sign a shared vision agreement with the Royal Air Force on 21st century cooperation.
July 26, 2024
AI-powered agile talent identification systems support joint force

The launch of an artificial intelligence-powered platform for uncovering and matching talent across the joint force is an important step moving DoD ahead.
July 26, 2024
DAF senior leaders reinforce importance of allies, partners

Department of the Air Force leaders reinforced the importance of interoperability in the air and space domains during the Global Air and Space Chiefs' Conference, Royal International Air Tattoo and Farnborough International Air Show.
July 25, 2024
DAF stands up Integrated Capabilities Office to advance Operational Imperatives

In an effort to codify the success and significant gains made in line with the Operational Imperatives, Department of the Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall stood up the Integrated Capabilities Office July 19.
July 25, 2024
AFRL aims to accelerate development of software-enabled weapons

AFRL and AFWERX held a Collider event at exploring commercial solutions for software-enabled weapons during a two-day conference in Alabama.
July 25, 2024
Air Force announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2024

Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2024.
July 24, 2024
Minihan updates Congress on mobility aircraft

Air Mobility Command commander, U.S. Air Force deputy chief of staff for plans and programs, and U.S. Transportation Command director of strategic plans, policy and logistics, testified in front of the House Armed Services subcommittee on seapower and projection forces, July 23.
July 24, 2024
AFIMSC comptroller app gives time back to Airmen, Guardians

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Financial Management Directorate has a new app that’s saving comptroller customers time and eliminating the frustration of sitting in waiting areas for appointments.
July 24, 2024
BESPIN strengthens software innovation partnership with RSAF

During the visit, BESPIN's leadership team engaged with key Republic of Singapore Air Force representatives about projects leveraging technology to address complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions.
July 23, 2024
US bombers arrive in Romania for Bomber Task Force 24-4

Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Mihail Kogalniceanu Airbase, Romania, for Bomber Task Force 24-4, Sunday.
July 23, 2024
Last T-1 Jayhawk flight from JBSA-Randolph to Davis-Monthan AFB marks end of era

The United States Air Force's T-1A Jayhawk made its final flight with the 99th Flying Training Squadron July 15, soaring from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in Texas to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona.
July 22, 2024
USAFE-AFAFRICA attends Royal International Air Tattoo 2024

The U.S. Air Force brought 16 aircraft to the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, July 19-21.
July 19, 2024
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
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.
July 19, 2024
Eielson AFB hosts Arctic Defender 24

Over 500 personnel from the U.S., German, French, Spanish and Canadian air forces as well as the U.S. Marine Corps participated in Arctic Defender 24 at Eielson Air Force Base, July 8-18.
July 19, 2024
AFGSC’s local business partnerships boost DAF technological capabilities, modernization efforts

The partnership between AFGSC and local small businesses have secured contracts totaling $240 million of outside AFGSC funding for 70 modernization technologies from U.S. small businesses, with an additional $74.3 million in pending contracts.
July 18, 2024
Allvin calls for ‘Collective Agility’ in response to evolving strategic environment

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin emphasized the importance of “Collective Agility” during a keynote address in the air and space defense industry at the Global Air and Space Chiefs’ Conference in London, July 18.
July 17, 2024
DAF, RAF leaders sign Shared Vision Statement on 21st century cooperation

Leaders of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force and the Royal Air Force have renewed their Services’ commitment to bolstering air and space integration at the operational and tactical levels.
July 17, 2024
MAFFS aircraft deployed in support of fighting wildfires

U.S. Northern Command deployed two C-130 aircraft equipped with MAFFS conducted wildland firefighting operations over multiple fires in California alongside other units.
July 16, 2024
DAF GeoBase Program arms commanders for Great Power Competition

A team of Air Force Civil Engineer Center geospatial experts are using emergent technologies to push geospatial services to new heights and give commanders a powerful tool for today’s Great Power Competition.