June 9, 2014 Mountain Home Fire Department receives DOD award The Mountain Home Air Force Base Fire Department was recently recognized as the winner of the 2013 Department of Defense Fire and Emergency Services of the Year award in the small fire department category.
June 9, 2014 AF to implement new feedback process July 1 In a recent message to Airmen, Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody announced plans to begin implementing a more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted members. The first step in the process will be the July 1
June 9, 2014 RPA community launches 65th combat air patrol The Remotely Piloted Aircraft enterprise reached new heights as the community pulled together to launch the 65th combat air patrol, or CAP, on May 28.
June 9, 2014 AF releases new feedback forms During the past year, Air Force leaders have been shaping a new and more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted Airmen.The new system is designed to better meet the needs of the Air Force and Airmen, differentiate more effectively between good and great performers, and
June 6, 2014 Civil Air Patrol member receives the Congressional Gold Medal for WWII service The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest ranking civilian award. Joining a prestigious list of recipients, the U.S. House of Representatives' voted on May 19, to award the Civil Air Patrol the Congressional Gold Medal for its volunteer service during World War II, when more than 120,000 members
June 5, 2014 Airman's grandfather part of post-Normandy air campaign D-Day. The mere mention of the epic invasion can evoke a barrage of images in people's minds spanning the spectrum between horror and glory. For Master Sgt. Matthew Carey, 28th Bomb Wing Treaty Compliance Office superintendent, it conjures thoughts of a man he barely knew and whose grandest
June 5, 2014 Space fence contract awarded The Air Force awarded a $914,699,474 contract to Lockheed Martin on June 2, 2014 to develop a system that will track objects in Earth's orbit with far greater confidence and fidelity.
June 5, 2014 Paying it forward: Bagram Airman teaches Afghans English Seventeen years ago a young Kenyan girl and her family embarked on a seven thousand mile journey to America, where they hoped for a better life, future, and the opportunity to succeed.
June 4, 2014 AF Museum breaks ground on $35.4M expansion The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force broke ground today on a new $35.4 million building that will house aircraft from the museum's Presidential, Research and Development (R&D) and Global Reach collection, as well as a new and expanded Space Gallery.
June 3, 2014 Combat rescue Airmen highlighted in new television documentary After their successful 2013, six-episode series on Air Force Combat Rescue, a National Geographic Channel camera crew went back to Afghanistan for a 2014 two-hour special.
June 3, 2014 'Final frontier' now complex domain for space safety culture Space, long thought to be America’s final frontier, has transformed over the past several decades into a complex domain the Air Force must operate in safely. Recent Hollywood productions depicting dangerous space events - hurtling space debris blowing satellites to bits; disconnected astronauts
June 3, 2014 Permissive TDY allowed for voluntary force management separation Airmen who separate under voluntary and involuntary force management programs may be eligible for permissive TDY.
June 2, 2014 Ramstein Airmen rekindle piece of D-Day history Seventy years ago, young men from the 37th Troop Carrier Squadron at RAF Cottesmore, England, prepared their aircraft and themselves for what would soon be known as one of the most significant and meaningful days in the history of the world...D-Day.
June 2, 2014 Battlefield Airborne Communications Node ensures warfighter connectivity Three recent achievements demonstrate how a critical communications capability managed here is continuing to keep warfighters connected. The Battlefield Airborne Communications Node, or BACN, translates and distributes imagery, video, voice and data, often from disparate elements, improving
May 29, 2014 AETC Chaplain conference explores how to connect with millennials Chaplains and their assistants from across Air Education and Training Command gathered here for a conference about connecting with millennials May 12-15, here.
May 28, 2014 Biden to Class of 2014: 'You carry America on your back' The Air Force Academy's Class of 2014 will face new missions as the United States draws down in Afghanistan, but the challenges they encounter will be no less formidable and complex, Vice President Joseph R. Biden said during the Academy's commencement May 28.
May 28, 2014 CMSAF hosts international enlisted leader summit Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody hosted an international senior enlisted leader summit May 13-16 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.
May 28, 2014 Air Force mental health programs encourage seeking help The number of Airmen seeking mental health care has increased over the last five years-- and this is a trend Air Force leaders encourage, according to a lead psychiatrist with the office of the Air Force Surgeon General.
May 28, 2014 Wrenches to wings: munitions maintainer becomes F-15C pilot Second Lt. Kyle Wheeler once prepared weapons for the F-15C Eagle as an munitions maintenance operator. After earning his commission, Wheeler is in the initial stages to climb into the cockpit and drop the weapons he once delivered.
May 27, 2014 May 23 – Pulse on AF force management This week’s force management update focuses on the chief master sergeant retention board, voluntary separation pay, officer reduction in force boards, quality force review board, civilian force management and total force opportunities in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate
May 23, 2014 A ride to remember, AF veteran helps keep memories alive For four years now, retired Master Sgt. Rob Wilkins rides at the front of the pack from the Pentagon to the Vietnam Memorial during Rolling Thunder, an annual Memorial Day demonstration run through the capital.
May 23, 2014 Lackland Network Support Squadron tests new virtual helpdesk app The personnel at the 690th Network Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field Annex are working hard to put an end to long periods of telephone waiting time with a new product called the Virtual Enterprise Service Desk.
May 22, 2014 USecAF touts Air Force capabilities at 30th Space Symposium At an annual gathering of civil, military and industry professionals from across the globe, Under Secretary of the Air Force Eric Fanning emphasized Air Force contributions through space and cyberspace. Fanning was the featured keynote speaker during the 30th Space Symposium dinner May 20 in
May 21, 2014 Technology offers more ‘face time’ with commanders New advances in digital technology now allow commanders to speak directly to Airmen, despite geographical separation. The Global Content Delivery Service, or GCDS, is a real-time video moderated forum, which enables Airmen to ask questions, receive information and engage in face-to-face
May 21, 2014 Military traditions provide unique opportunities for father, son While surrounded by family and friends, Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Joe Dolan faced his father Brig. Gen. John Dolan, raised his right hand and took the Oath of Commissioned Officers at Virginia Tech University May 16.
May 21, 2014 CSAF provides ‘initial feedback’ to all commanders All supervisors are required to provide subordinates with an initial feedback, outlining expectations, standards and goals they can both work together to achieve. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III led the way by introducing the new Air Force Instruction 1-2 “Commander’s
May 20, 2014 Cancer survivor becomes pilot for a day John Austin survived infant leukemia, seven surgeries, chemotherapy, respiratory failure and dozens of blood transfusions. Thanks to the 58th Airlift Squadron, he can now add Air Force pilot to that list.
May 20, 2014 House approves Congressional Gold Medal for Civil Air Patrol When the founding members of Civil Air Patrol, the U.S. Air Force auxiliary, risked life and limb to help protect the home front during the early days of World War II, they weren’t looking for recognition. Some seven decades later, though, they’re receiving it, thanks to the U.S. House of
May 19, 2014 Civil Air Patrol WWII members’ gold medal journey new website tells their stories, describes their service Civil Air Patrol has launched a website, “Our Congressional Gold Medal Journey,” that tells the story of its volunteer service during the early days of World War II.
May 19, 2014 Premium DOD exercise hones special operations skills More than 1,500 Special Operations Forces from around the services participated in Emerald Warrior, a two-week joint service, inter-agency and partner nation exercise that concluded May 9 at Hurlburt Field, Florida.
May 19, 2014 Up in Smoak: Cannon static takes veteran down memory lane Air Force veteran Cameron Smoak was reunited with an F-111A Aardvark airframe he crewed during his service, after his son was sent to Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, and discovered the aircraft on display.
May 17, 2014 'Wings of Blue' to celebrate golden anniversary This weekend the U.S. Air Force Academy parachute team, Wings of Blue, will celebrate a milestone -- 50 years of "standing in the door."
May 16, 2014 SecAF, VCSAF outline top priority in memo to Airmen In a memo sent to Airmen across the service today, Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James and Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry Spencer challenged Airmen to take responsibility for creating cost saving initiatives within their areas of expertise.
May 16, 2014 Today's Air Force: CSAF speaks to Airmen, AF couple makes little girl's dreams come true Air Force Television News released a new edition of Today's Air Force on May 16.
May 16, 2014 Take 'FIVE' to get free money for your TSP account The Thrift Savings Plan has launched the "Take FIVE for Your Future" educational campaign encouraging civilian employees to take advantage of free government TSP matching contributions by putting at least 5 percent from each paycheck into their account.
May 15, 2014 Air Force moves closer to KC-46A beddown The Air Force is a step closer to bedding down its anticipated fleet of KC-46A Pegasus aerial tankers. Officials recently announced Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma will serve as the Air Force's KC-46A formal training unit and McConnell AFB, Kansas will be the first active duty-led main operating base
May 15, 2014 Family's love of music drives win at AF competition The McSwains became the Air Force Worldwide Family and Teen Talent Contest family act winners after an October 2013 performance was submitted in the Air Force-level "You Got Talent" contest.
May 15, 2014 DOD shows science, technology success despite hard year for workforce Despite a year of workforce furloughs and dwindling budgets, the Defense Department’s science and technology enterprise reports advances ranging from a full hypersonic weapon system and high-energy lasers to light-based brain treatments and new core capabilities in cyber warfare, senior DOD
May 14, 2014 Air Force egress “godfather” visits Seymour Johnson egress technicians The 4th Component Maintenance Squadron egress shop recently welcomed a historical visitor to their workplace.
May 14, 2014 Comptroller notes progress in DOD financial management Despite financial uncertainties, the Defense Department has made significant progress in improving financial management, DOD Comptroller Robert F. Hale told the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee May 13 while in attendance with military senior leadership.
May 14, 2014 Expeditionary group wraps-up Baltic deployment The 48th Air Expeditionary Group handed over the reins of NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission to the air forces of Poland and the United Kingdom during a ceremony at Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania April 30.
May 14, 2014 Hometown friends serve together on deployment For Air Force Lt. Col. Elizabeth Clay, Air Force Col. Brad Hoagland made a difference in her life and career more than 28 years ago, when the two were in high school. Today, they find themselves serving together halfway around the world -- he as the vice commander of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing
May 14, 2014 Morale, welfare, recreation customer survey rolls out Does your base fitness center need new equipment? Do you want more recreational traveling opportunities? Do you think there aren’t enough recreational opportunities for single service members, or do you think there are too many?
May 13, 2014 ANG unveils new senior enlisted leader management office The Senior Enlisted Leader Management Office was unveiled by Air National Guard Command Chief Master Sgt. James W. Hotaling to the state and wing command chiefs during the annual Command Chief's Huddle held here May 11-12.
May 13, 2014 PME, families, civilians focus of latest Chiefchat FORT MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody answered questions from Airmen, civilians and family members during his fourth worldwide CHIEFchat at the Defense Media Activity here April 29.CHIEFchat gives Airmen around the world the chance to directly ask their questions
May 13, 2014 Civil engineer Reservists train while building homes Reservists from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. assisted in constructing homes for the Navaho Nation, during Operation Homefront, operated by the Southwest Indian Foundation.
May 13, 2014 'Macho Spouse' creator represents AF at top spouse awards The husband of an Air Education and Training Command major represented the Air Force in the 2014 Military Spouse of the Year awards ceremony, honoring a spouse from each service. Christopher Pape, husband of Maj. Dana Pape, AETC resources section chief, was one of six representing the services to be
May 12, 2014 Air Force official testifies on dangers of 'space junk' One congresswoman summed up the issue succinctly during a House Science, Space and Technology Committee hearing May 9: space junk is a growing problem.
May 12, 2014 AF doctor leads medical team in Belize Lt. Col. (Dr.) Steven Acevedo found himself tasked as the lead for a team of medical providers during the New Horizons Belize 2014 medical readiness training exercise, in the southern Toledo district in Belize. In Belize, Acevedo and his team of doctors, nurses, technicians and educators from
May 10, 2014 Quadriplegic drives racing 'vette with help from AF performance lab Human performance technologies developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory, along with Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp., were on display here May 6 as quadriplegic Sam Schmidt, a former Indy Racing League driver, got back behind the wheel once again.
May 8, 2014 SecAF relates readiness to core values Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James spoke May 5 at Maxwell Air Force Base about her first four months in office, the current environment, expectations and how the Air Force core values relate to her own priorities.
May 8, 2014 French village memorializes US WWII aircrew The people of Avord, France, dedicated a memorial May 8 honoring the crew of a U.S. B-17 Flying Fortress shot down during World War II.
May 8, 2014 DDR design poised to serve as open systems architecture pathfinder The Air Force's Dismount Detection Radar, or DDR, pod underwent its first test flight above the Mojave Airport Civilian Flight Test Center in California, April 22.
May 8, 2014 DOD values civilian employees’ contributions The Defense Department greatly appreciates the contributions of its civilian employees as it works toward achieving more efficiency across the workforce, a senior personnel official told a Senate homeland security and governmental affairs panel May 6.
May 7, 2014 188th Civil Engineer Squadron builds hope, relationships in Guatemala's 'Beyond the Horizon' The 188th Civil Engineer Squadron of the 188th Fighter Wing, Arkansas Air National Guard, recently deployed to Guatemala for one month in support of Beyond the Horizon, which is a U.S. partnership with the government of Guatemala conducting various medical, dental and civic actions programs.
May 7, 2014 Fiscal year 2015 reduction in force board to convene Oct. 1 The Air Force will convene a fiscal year 2015 force management reduction in force board Oct. 1, 2014, to evaluate some captains and majors for continued retention, Air Force Personnel Center officials said May 6.
May 6, 2014 Majors, major-selects may be eligible for executive leadership program Active duty majors and major-selects interested in the Department of Defense 2014-2015 Executive Leadership Development Program must submit their application packages by May 31, Air Force Personnel Center officials said May 6.
May 6, 2014 Eyes in the sky Security Forces Airmen at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, aim to enhance comprehensive base safety and security through its Small Unmanned Aircraft System, or SUAS, program.
May 5, 2014 SecAF visits Airmen at Pease Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James visited here to meet with Airmen and senior leaders of the New Hampshire Air National Guard, the 64th Air Refueling Squadron, as well as New Hampshire state representatives May 2.
May 5, 2014 AFMAO becomes Field Operating Agency Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations became a Field Operating Agency, May 1, at the Charles C. Carson Center for Mortuary Affairs, Dover Air Force Base, Del., aligning it directly under Headquarters Air Force leadership.
May 5, 2014 SecAF, AFRC commander visit Westover ARB The 439th Airlift Wing hosted Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James and Lt. Gen. James Jackson, the chief of Air Force Reserve, May 2.
May 5, 2014 Knowledge Management Centers roll out Air Force-wide The Air Force revamped the Knowledge Management career-field, aiming to make its Airmen into some of the service’s top innovators working in newly established KM centers Air-Force-wide.
May 4, 2014 Comprehensive Airman Fitness gains official AFI Comprehensive Airman Fitness is not a new term; however, Air Force Instruction 90-506 was released April 2 and further defines requirements for CAF in an effort to enhance the resilience of individuals, families, and communities.
May 2, 2014 Hagel: Numbers reflect victim confidence in reporting assaults A 50-percent increase in sexual assaults in the armed forces reflected in the Defense Department’s latest annual report indicates growing willingness among victims to report the crime and increasing confidence the military is providing them with support and taking action against perpetrators,
May 1, 2014 Wounded warrior finds new place in the AF family Words of acceptance are etched on retired Staff Sgt. Daniel Crane's skin, right above a scar that, by itself, embodies the journey he has undertaken. The spider web of pink lines starts midway up the inside of his right arm and continues nearly to his wrist, following the path doctors took as they
May 1, 2014 World War II internment camp survivors honored 70 years later Nine U.S. Army Air Force Airmen who were interned at Wauwillermoos, Switzerland, seven decades ago were finally honored with the Prisoner of War Medal April 30.
April 30, 2014 Air Force secretary reports on total force balance Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James yesterday outlined the service’s progress in leveraging the talent and capabilities of the Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve within the total force concept.
April 30, 2014 April 28 – Pulse on AF force management The latest news on Air Force force management.
April 29, 2014 Legacy airframe and modern technology CONECT Air Force Global Strike Command took delivery of a significantly enhanced Boeing B-52H Stratofortress in a ceremony here, April 25.
April 29, 2014 On eight deployments per month, missileer provides nuclear deterrence Almost eight times a month, 1st Lt. Brittany Morton, 490th Missile Squadron missile combat crew commander, sits below a missile alert facility, for 24 hours, providing a hand of deterrence for the nation as a missileer at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
April 28, 2014 Air Force tests new surveillance capability The Air Force successfully completed the first Maritime Modes program risk reduction flight April 14, 2014, as the service moves toward providing a new air-sea battle surveillance capability.
April 28, 2014 SGLI premium adjustment effective July 1, 2014 The Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance program monthly premium increases by half a cent per $1,000 of insurance beginning July 1, 2014.
April 28, 2014 New Roll Call released: CMSAF addresses sexual assault prevention In his latest’s Roll Call, the Air Force’s senior enlisted Airman talked about having the commitment and courage to eradicate sexual assault from the Air Force.
April 28, 2014 Joint Coalition roars through Max Thunder Airmen from the Department of Defense and Republic of Korea joined forces to showcase and exercise its air power during the 12th Max Thunder exercise at Gwangju Air Base, ROK, April 11-25, 2014.
April 28, 2014 Airmen advise Afghan air force Airmen from the 438th Air Expeditionary Wing/NATO Air Training Command - Afghanistan, are playing a vital role in Operation Enduring Freedom as advisers tasked with aiding the Afghan government in establishing an operational and sustainable Afghan air force.
April 25, 2014 95th Fighter Squadron declares initial operational capability The 95th Fighter Squadron here took another step toward an increased ability to protect global airpower, unit officials said.
April 25, 2014 With final approach, U-2 pilot's career makes celebrated landing After a storied career, spanning 19 years in the U-2, sundown has finally become visible on his horizon for Lt. Col. Jeff Klosky, an aviator who has spent much of his life racing out of twilight and into the dawn
April 25, 2014 SecAF visits Altus AFB, discusses priorities, future Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James visited here April 23, to get a firsthand look at the wing's mission, visit with Airmen and civic leaders, and learn the unique capabilities, key initiatives and attributes of Altus AFB.
April 25, 2014 Operation Megaphone seeks worldwide lock-in of military youth Military teens from around the world will join together in the annual Operation Megaphone Worldwide Lock-In April 25-26.
April 25, 2014 Dyess AFB receives first C-130J simulator Dyess Air Force Base's new C-130J simulator ups annual training requirements by 88 percent tailored to maximize benefits for individual crews.
April 25, 2014 F-16s train alongside F-35s F-16s from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, flew air-to-air combat training missions with F-35As assigned to the 33rd Fighter Wing, Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.
April 23, 2014 New York ANG leadership committed to fixing sexual harassment, assault Brig. Gen. Dawne Deskins goals are to improve training for commanders at all levels, improve the process of reporting across the Air National Guard and improve success with local law enforcement.
April 23, 2014 April 23 – Pulse on AF force management The latest news on Air Force force management.
April 23, 2014 Altus, McConnell AFBs selected to receive KC-46A Pegasus aircraft Air Force officials announced April 23, that Altus Air Force Base, Okla., is the Air Force’s KC-46A Pegasus formal training unit and McConnell AFB, Kan., is the first active duty-led Pegasus main operating base.
April 22, 2014 Trial by fire, SecAF marks first 100 days in office In late March, the Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James dusted off her desert boots after her first troop visit to Europe and Afghanistan. While the trip allowed her to get a feel for the global reach of the force under her command, James also celebrated a tacit career milestone, when she
April 18, 2014 POV shipping program undergoes changes The Department of Defense’s privately owned vehicle shipping program will undergo several changes starting May 1. Several vehicle processing centers will relocate.
April 17, 2014 Air Force researchers test Google Glass for battlefield use Researchers with the 711th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, are looking to make missions for Airmen a whole lot lighter and faster by testing Google Glass and its head-mounted optical see-through display technology, for potential battlefield use.
April 16, 2014 B-1B Lancer software upgrade will ensure future warfighting capabilities The Sustainment Block 16A configuration is expected to improve situational awareness to all crew members, increase the maintainability of the B-1B Lancer and provide data link capabilities to the field.
April 16, 2014 AF libraries to celebrate National Library Week Installation libraries and online Air Force library service Airmen and families during National Library Week, April 13-19.
April 15, 2014 21st Space Wing reaches inspection milestone The 21st Space Wing is the first active duty or Reserve wing in the Air Force to fully implement the Air Force Inspection System, or AFIS.
April 15, 2014 AF surgeon general aims to help cyber Airmen The Air Force surgeon general visited the 24th Air Force here, April 10, in an effort to learn about ways that the medical community can support cyber operators.
April 15, 2014 AF opens additional TERA, VSP windows The Air Force will open two new fiscal year 2014 force management temporary early retirement authority application windows and a new voluntary separation pay application window.
April 15, 2014 April 14 - Pulse on AF force management Pulse on Air Force force management, is an ongoing effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex and dynamic force management programs.
April 14, 2014 Military child follows suit, joins parents in service 19-year-old Ruben Gawan watched his parents put on a uniform every day, which inspired him to join the Air Force so he could day do the same.
April 11, 2014 Warrior athletes gear up during cycling competition Athletes with bikes of all shapes and sizes, ranging from the standard upright bike to the handcycle, took their turn at the starting line April 9, 2014, during the Air Force Trials at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
April 11, 2014 Exchange officer learns to use heart, mind to win friendships abroad When then-Capt. Paul Morris stepped off the aircraft in Lima, Peru, to report for his first assignment as a foreign exchange officer, he faced three years away from family and friends in an unfamiliar country. Ahead lay uncertainty, accompanied by the tempting sense of adventure and intrigue of the
April 11, 2014 AF dependent recognized as 2014 Military Child of Year An 18-year-old Air Force dependent from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, was recognized for his achievements and dedication to service at the Operation Homefront’s Military Child of the Year Awards gala at the Crystal Gateway Marriot here, April 10.
April 11, 2014 Academy football tackles violence prevention training Academy football players participated in a new training initiative that will help them become better leaders on and off the field and to take a stand against sexual assault.