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Sept. 11, 2026
90th Fighter Squadron captain receives 2025 Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach presented the 2025 Koren Kolligian, Jr. Trophy to Capt. Michael Cloninger during a ceremony at the Pentagon, Sept. 8.
Sept. 3, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF see readiness, modernization in action at AFSOC

CSAF and CMSAF visited AFSOC at Hurlburt Field to experience how the command meets today’s complex operational requirements while rapidly investing in tomorrow’s readiness through modernization.
Sept. 1, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF meet warfighters in CENTCOM

Air Force senior leaders assessed frontline readiness and force support initiatives during a recent leadership tour. The engagements centered on recognizing deployed service members and deepening coalition airpower partnerships across the theater.
July 17, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF visit RAF Mildenhall

Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe visited RAF Mildenhall to engage with Airmen and emphasize the importance of readiness and innovation.
July 15, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF discuss readiness, quality of life during Aviano AB visit

CSAF Wilsbach and CMSAF Wolfe visited Aviano Air Base to discuss readiness and quality-of-life initiatives with Airmen of the 31st Fighter Wing.
July 13, 2026
CSAF Letter to the Force on Standards

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen on standards.
May 22, 2026
Readout of US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach’s counterpart visit with Argentine Air Force Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Gustavo Valverde

USAF Gen. Wilsbach hosted Argentine Air Chief Brig. Gen. Valverde to strengthen defense cooperation after key talks across the U.S. focused on fleet modernization, F-16 training, and C-130 sustainment.
May 20, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF visit Hickam to drive readiness, synchronize mission focus

CSAF and CMSAF visited Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to engage directly with Airmen and reinforce the critical "fly and fix" mission essential to Indo-Pacific deterrence.
May 14, 2026
PACS 26: Strengthening global partnerships for a free, open Indo-Pacific  

The leaders are meeting this week to focus on integrating air power and strengthening partnerships for a free and open Indo-Pacific.
April 28, 2026
CSAF immersion at JBSA highlights training modernization, force readiness

CSAF held an immersion at JBSA that included Air Force BMT, the Special Warfare Training Wing and the T-7A Red Hawk, underscoring AETC's focus of strengthening airpower through advancing and improving training.
April 20, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF engage with Airmen at Altus AFB

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, accompanied by their wives, Mrs. Cindy Wilsbach and Dr. Doniel Wolfe, visited Altus Air Force Base April 16, to gain insight and understanding to “Mobility’s Hometown.”
April 14, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF empower next generation leaders to lead with character at WildWestCon 2026

Air Force senior leaders participated in an annual professional development conference in Texas.
April 14, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF visit 908th FTW

The senior leaders met with members from the 908th Maintenance Group and Operations Group to see the progress made in the wing’s transformation to becoming the MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter formal training unit.
March 12, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF highlight AETC’s strategic impact on force readiness

The senior leaders visited multiple bases to see how AETC is preparing Airmen for the demands of the operational Air Force.
March 6, 2026
CSAF Letter to the Force

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen.
Feb. 23, 2026
Collaborative Combat Aircraft program progresses through deliberate weapons integration testing

The Air Force has entered the next phase of developmental testing for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
Jan. 30, 2026
CSAF, CMSAF join Air University’s PCTT panel

The panel shared key leadership insights on readiness, modernization, fostering warrior culture and quality of life initiatives, while reinforcing current DAF and DoW priorities with future command teams.
Jan. 29, 2026
General officers forge flying proficiency at Nellis AFB

In a powerful demonstration of leading from the front at every echelon, USAF generals have taken to the skies here to reaffirm that command at every level is backed by the same core competencies by every Airmen.
Dec. 23, 2025
CSAF, CMSAF make inaugural visit to USAFE-AFAFRICA, meet with Ramstein Airmen

The visit wrapped up a seven-base trip across the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM areas of responsibility, providing both leaders an opportunity to engage with Airmen at all levels who are standing watch 365 days a year.
Dec. 23, 2025
CSAF, CMSAF connect with Airmen in CENTCOM AOR during holiday visit

The senior leaders recently concluded a multi-day visit to bases across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, engaging with service members assigned to Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central), Dec. 18-22.
Dec. 20, 2025
CSAF, CMSAF visit 48 FW, highlight mission priorities

The senior-leader visit kicked off a seven-base tour to meet with Airmen around the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM area of responsibility who stand watch 365 days a year.
Dec. 10, 2025
24th CSAF Gen. Wilsbach’s First Letter to the Force

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released his first letter to Airmen.
Dec. 2, 2025
CSAF, leaders at all flying units step to the jet again

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach returned to the cockpit in America’s premier air supremacy platform, urging leaders to maintain the edge as the world’s greatest and most powerful Air Force.
Dec. 2, 2025
Update on recent DAF efforts

In a memorandum to commanders, the SecAF and CSAF said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.”
Nov. 18, 2025
Wilsbach formally installed as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff

Gen. Ken Wilsbach was formally installed as the Department of the Air Force's highest ranking military leader Nov. 18.
Nov. 4, 2025
Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach sworn in as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff

Gen. Ken Wilsbach was sworn into office as the 24th Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force.
Sept. 30, 2025
Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach nominated as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff

President Donald Trump has nominated Gen. Ken Wilsbach to serve as the twenty-fourth Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force.
Sept. 22, 2025
Allvin highlights readiness, charges Airmen to move at a pace to win

Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin delivers his keynote address at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 17, 2025
Decisive actions in cockpit earn 2024 Kolligian Trophy

CSAF awarded the Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy during a ceremony at the Pentagon. The honor recognizes aviators whose exceptional skill prevents or minimizes the impact of ﬂight mishaps.
Sept. 11, 2025
US Air Force announces arrival of second B-21 test aircraft at Edwards AFB

The DAF announced the arrival of the second B-21 Raider flight test aircraft marking a significant step toward operational readiness of the nation’s sixth-generation stealth bomber.
Aug. 18, 2025
Air Force Chief of Staff announces retirement

The 23rd U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin announced plans today to retire effective on or about Nov. 1, 2025.
July 14, 2025
SecAF, CSAF visit Whiteman AFB following Operation Midnight Hammer

Department of the Air Force leaders commended top performers within the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings during a visit to Whiteman AFB.
July 14, 2025
SECAF, CSAF recognize Airmen who supported Operation Midnight Hammer

SECAF and CSAF visited USTRANSCOM, AMC and Scott AFB to engage with service members and highlight contributions to Operation Midnight Hammer.
June 26, 2025
Meink, Allvin, Saltzman outline strategies, priorities necessary to secure the nation

DAF senior leaders highlighted the recent U.S. strike on Iran as a vivid example for what is possible – but also at risk – unless Congress ensures sufficient, uninterrupted funding for the Air Force and Space Force.
May 2, 2025
CSAF Update to the Force

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin's letter to Airmen on Air Force’s strategic direction
April 3, 2025
CSAF Leadership Library: April 2025

Summary: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Jan. 29, 2025
CSAF Letter to Airmen on Standards

CSAF Allvin released a video explaining why our service is reviewing certain policies and standards to ensure they are easy to understand, easy to comply with, and easy to enforce across our entire Air Force. Today, he is following through on his promise to swiftly distribute updates.
Jan. 23, 2025
CSAF Leadership Library: January 2025

Summary: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Dec. 20, 2024
USAF’s top leadership team concludes Standing Watch trip in Romania

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi met with key NATO allies in Romania to conclude their week-long Standing Watch trip on Dec. 20.
Nov. 15, 2024
Air Force leaders discuss ‘One Force Design’ to enhance readiness in era of Great Power Competition

The “One Force Design” document introduces a transformational framework that enables the Air Force to build force structures tailored to the complex threats of the Great Power Competition environment.
Nov. 4, 2024
DAF senior leaders emphasize reoptimizing for GPC, ready Airmen for future fight

The 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium underscored the critical role of the U.S. Air Force in a rapidly shifting global landscape with a focus on reoptimizing for Great Power Competition, Oct. 31 to Nov. 3.
Nov. 4, 2024
CSAF addresses the future of integrated capabilities at AFMC senior leader conference

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin remains fully focused on the Air Force’s plans to reoptimize for Great Power Competition.
Nov. 4, 2024
CSAF looks to air mobility past, present, asks Airmen to invest in DAF future

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin celebrated past and present air mobility achievements and provided insights on the way ahead for the Air Force and mobility forces during his keynote address at the Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium.
Nov. 1, 2024
Allvin continues drumbeat for integrating, reshaping Air Force at think tank

Carrying fresh insights from a recent tour of the Pacific, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin re-emphasized Oct. 31 the need to aggressively integrate and reshape the service to confront China’s rising threat, as well as the malign actions of other adversaries.
Oct. 24, 2024
Readout of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin’s travel to Japan

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin traveled to Japan on Oct. 14 to underscore the unwavering and ironclad U.S. commitment to the defense of Japan.
Oct. 22, 2024
CSAF 23 Letter to Airmen – Following Through

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin released his latest letter to Airmen, following up on his previous letter.
Oct. 21, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF complete INDOPACOM trip to reinforce alliances, partnerships

CSAF and CMSAF traveled across the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility to engage key allies and partners.
Oct. 21, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF visit Arctic Airmen at JBER

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Oct. 17.
Oct. 18, 2024
DAF senior leaders visit Korea to engage with allies, Airmen

The senior leaders and allies discussed the current strategic environment and ways their two services can integrate even more effectively to deter aggression in the region.
Oct. 18, 2024
Readout of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin’s travel to Republic of Korea

During his visit, Allvin met with ROK air force Chief of Staff Gen. Lee Young-su to discuss a range of shared interests and exchange views on the security environment on the Korean Peninsula and in the Indo-Pacific region.
Oct. 17, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF discuss readiness, reoptimization during Yokota AB visit

During their visit, they met with 374th Airlift Wing leadership, hosted an all-call, recognized outstanding Airmen, and toured facilities across the base.
Oct. 15, 2024
USAF leadership engage allies, partners to counter pacing threat

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi are participating in an international Air Force Forum hosted by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force in Tokyo Oct. 14-16.
Oct. 13, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF kick off INDO-PACIFIC trip to engage allies, partners

CSAF and CMSAF began a week-long tour of the U.S. Pacific Air Force’s area of responsibility following a brief stop at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
Oct. 11, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF discuss reoptimization, mobility ops in contested environment at Travis AFB

CSAF and CMSAF visited Travis AFB to recognize the progress Team Travis has made supporting the DAF’s initiative to reoptimize for GPC and to discuss the central role mobility warriors will play in possible combat operations against the pacing threat.  
Oct. 9, 2024
CSAF Leadership Library: October 2024

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Sept. 16, 2024
Allvin lauds Airmen for embracing, pushing forward efforts to reoptimize the force

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin provided his keynote address at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 16, 2024
Air Force activates provisional Integrated Capabilities Command

In provisional status, ICC (P) will immediately begin leading Air Force modernization prioritization efforts across several key investment areas, while continuing to develop the framework for the permanent ICC.
Sept. 15, 2024
Airmen, Guardians cycle 340 miles to honor DAF heritage

The four-day Memorial to Memorial bike ride, organized by the Air Force Cycling Team, brought members together to celebrate the heritage of the Air Force and Space Force, promote fitness and recruiting, and support wounded service members.
Sept. 13, 2024
US Air Force elevates AFSOUTH to Service Component Command

At the direction of the SECAF, AFSOUTH was elevated to a Service Component Command as the Air Force is organizing its major commands into Institutional Commands and Service Component Commands as part of the DAF’s Great Power Competition initiative.
Sept. 12, 2024
Readout of US Air Force Chief of Staff counterpart visit with Royal Malaysian Air Force Chief of Air Force

The office call was part of a week-long counterpart visit during which the Malaysian air chief visited different Air Force installations in an effort to advance mutual interests and strengthen the international partnership.
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.
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 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 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 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 16, 2024
CSAF Leadership Library: July 2024

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
July 11, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF highlight ‘Great Power Competition’ during Davis-Monthan visit

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, July 8-9.
July 10, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF visit Laughlin AFB

CSAF, his spouse, Gina Allvin, and CMSAF visited Laughlin Air Force Base focusing on topics including border security, training, the arrival of the T-7A Redhawk and quality of life at Laughlin AFB.
July 3, 2024
Air chiefs from across Americas convene in display of continued cooperation

Argentinian air force Chief of Staff Gen. Fernando Luis Mengo hosted the event, which was attended by U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin.
July 2, 2024
Conley takes command of AFSOC

Lt. Gen. Michael Conley assumed command of AFSOC from Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind during a change of command ceremony at Hurlburt Field.
June 17, 2024
Allvin adds details, articulates his ‘nonstop’ commitment to ‘reoptimize’

Speaking first at an Air & Space Warfighters in Action session, CSAF said the Air Force has made real and tangible progress instituting elements of a broad strategy to evolve how it develops people, generates readiness, projects power, and develops integrated capabilities.
June 14, 2024
Readout of US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin’s counterpart visit with Slovak Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Róbert Tóth

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin hosted Slovak Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Róbert Tóth for an official counterpart visit to reaffirm the close U.S.-Slovakia bilateral defense relationship and explore new opportunities to advance mutual security interests.
May 10, 2024
CSAF brings ‘Case for Change’ message to Hanscom AFB

As part of his visit, Allvin met with Hanscom AFB program executive officers for an overview briefing highlighting their successes, challenges and how they are adapting to support GPC.
May 6, 2024
DAF leadership honors EOD memorial in 55th year

CSAF Allvin and CMSAF Flosi attended the annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial at the Kauffman EOD Training Complex on Eglin Air Force Base.
May 3, 2024
Allvin: Aligning Air Force’s approach is key to reoptimizing for Great Power Competition

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin discusses the need to solidify the Air Force’s currently splintered approach and unify the fragmented nature of planning and operations.
April 30, 2024
CSAF’s Case for Change at Columbus AFB

CSAF and CMSAF visit Columbus Air Force Base to engage with Airmen and give their vision for the future of the force.
April 26, 2024
Tyndall AFB answers CSAF’s Call for Change amidst Great Power Competition

While visiting, Allvin and Flosi voiced a deep appreciation for the hard work and resilience of the Airmen, families and local civic leaders of Team Tyndall, who have truly embraced the “Installation of the Future” performance expectations.
April 15, 2024
CSAF 23 Letter to Airmen – Following Through

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin released his latest letter to Airmen, following up on his previous letter.
April 9, 2024
Kendall, Allvin, Saltzman urge modernization while warning Senate of delayed budgets

Kendall, Allvin and Saltzman’s official purpose during the hearing was to explain the department’s $217.5 billion budget request for the 2025 fiscal year which begins Oct. 1.
April 8, 2024
Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena AB visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Kadena Air Base April 6, to observe Kadena AB’s unique capabilities and ongoing efforts to reoptimize for great power competition.
April 5, 2024
USAF senior leaders visit Mariana Islands on ACE trip

While in the Mariana Islands, the senior leaders met with elected officials, as well as Airmen who are expanding Agile Combat Employment capabilities in the area.
April 3, 2024
SecAF, CSAF, CMSAF begin Indo-Pacific trip focused on ACE

The senior leaders are travelling across the Indo-Pacific region to witness firsthand the progress the service has achieved in establishing Agile Combat Employment, an operational scheme of maneuver to increase survivability and available combat power.
April 1, 2024
CSAF Leadership Library: April 2024

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
March 13, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF engage with command teams at Air University

The senior leaders briefed on the status of reoptimizing the force and how leaders at the group and wing level are critical to generating readiness and projecting power in this era of Great Power Competition.
March 8, 2024
DAF leaders talk budget, reoptimizing the force

DAF senior leaders emphasized the need for on-time appropriations and provided their perspective on the priorities and needs current and future budgets must fulfill.
March 4, 2024
CSAF holds all call at Langley AFB

The 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin held an all call during a visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis Feb. 29, to officiate the Air Combat Command change of command.
Feb. 28, 2024
Allvin adds detail, texture to plans for reoptimizing the Air Force

Allvin’s session at the influential think tank was his first since becoming the Air Force’s highest ranking military officer and two weeks since the service’s leadership unveiled a broad and ambitious plan to reconfigure the Air Force and Space Force to better confront China.
Feb. 14, 2024
SecAF Kendall AFA Warfare Symposium Q&A: Reoptimizing for Great Power Competition

The Q&A-style discussion addressed key takeaways from the reoptimization announcement, how the Department of the Air Force will address resourcing issues and breaking through barriers to streamline change.
Feb. 13, 2024
Allvin: 'This is our time of consequence'

Allvin’s keynote remarks at the AFA Warfare Symposium put the ambitious reoptimization in historical terms, linking it in significance to the consequential eras preceding well known shifts in Air Force history.
Jan. 16, 2024
CSAF Leadership Library: January 2024

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Jan. 16, 2024
CSAF Memo to Airmen: Leadership Library

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Jan. 11, 2024
CSAF presents Mackay Trophy to 53rd Wing pilot for most meritorious flight of 2022

Awarded for the “most meritorious flight of the year” by an Air Force individual, group, or organization, the Mackay Trophy is one of the longest-standing aviation awards in the nation having first been given to 2nd Lt. Henry H. ‘Hap’ Arnold in 1912.
Dec. 22, 2023
DAF senior leaders, spouses deliver their holiday message

DAF senior leaders and their spouses deliver a holiday message to Airmen, Guardians and civilian teammates.
Dec. 13, 2023
Readout of US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin’s counterpart visit with Royal Thai Air Force Commander in Chief Air Chief Marshal Punpakdee Pattanakul

The visit aimed to strengthen the U.S.-Thailand alliance and advance shared security interests in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.