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March 13, 2023
DAF’s first Data, Analytics, AI Forum open for registration

Registration is now open for this four-day gathering of the nation’s top artificial intelligence and data experts.
March 12, 2023
3D printed parts for the C-5M deliver new capabilities

Maintainers and engineers from the C-5 System Program Office began to incorporate 3D-printed parts in C-5M Super Galaxy maintenance last month.
March 8, 2023
Spark Tank 2023 finalists take center stage at AFA Warfare Symposium

Six Spark Tank finalist teams presented their ideas at the Air and Space Forces Association 2023 Warfare Symposium.
March 8, 2023
AFGSC commander discusses mission, modernization at Warfare Symposium

Gen. Thomas A. Bussiere, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, spoke about the AFGSC mission at the 2023 Air and Space Forces Warfare Symposium.
March 8, 2023
Women leaders discuss benefits of military service

In celebration of Women's History Month, top women military leaders discussed the importance of recruiting and retaining the best and most competent personnel in the military.
March 7, 2023
Air Force announces Future Operating Concept

CSAF signed the Air Force Future Operating Concept, ensuring long-range planning is intentionally linked to the Joint Warfighting Concept.
March 7, 2023
DAF Leaders discuss force retention, resilience at AFA panel

Senior leaders from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force spoke during a panel titled “Warfighting on the Homefront” at the 2023 Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium.
March 6, 2023
AFRS launches livestream to go ‘back and forth’ with recruits

Prospective Airmen and others with questions about joining the Air Force now have a biweekly, online resource for getting news and information.
March 5, 2023
AFSVC begins rollout of BMX stunt tour

The Air Force Services Center will begin rolling out the first leg of a new free BMX stunt tour to five installations in the month of March with an expected expansion to additional installations as the schedule progresses.
Feb. 28, 2023
US Department of Defense delivers field hospital to Türkiye

U.S. Naval Forces Europe, in coordination with U.S. Transportation Command, U.S. Northern Command, and U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command facilitated the delivery of the Defense Department provided field hospital.
Feb. 27, 2023
DAF hosts 3rd Virtual Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium

The Secretary of the Air Force Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host the third annual Department of the Air Force Virtual Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium March 8-10.
Feb. 27, 2023
Space Force, Air Force partner to establish new Space Test Course

The U.S. Air and Space Forces have partnered on the course that will instruct Guardians on test and evaluation processes for robust and methodical system testing of space-flight equipment.
Feb. 24, 2023
DAF issues guidance on COVID-related adverse actions; Religious Accommodation Requests

The Department of the Air Force has issued guidance on removal of adverse actions and handling of Religious Accommodation Requests related to refusal of COVID-19 vaccinations effective Feb. 24.
Feb. 24, 2023
DAF hosts Black History Month STEM achievement panel

The Department of The Air Force and the Black/African American Employment Strategy Team hosted a Black History Month event at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center.
Feb. 23, 2023
IAAFA infuses agility into training with modern technology, simulators

VirVirtual reality goggles and body worn sensors are helping to take technical training to the next level at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy.
Feb. 21, 2023
Voting open now for Department of the Air Force Spark Tank 2023 finalists

Airmen and Guardians may now vote for one of the top six selected ideas in Spark Tank, the Department of the Air Force’s capstone innovation campaign.
Feb. 21, 2023
‘Accelerating the Legacy 2023’ honors Tuskegee Airmen’s legacy through aviator development, student outreach

‘Accelerating the Legacy’ is an annual event hosted by Joint Base Charleston that honors the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen by developing today’s aviators and empowering the next generation of Airmen and aviators.
Feb. 19, 2023
2023 DAF Art Contest opens March 1

For the first time, this year’s contest includes both two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art.
Feb. 16, 2023
Vice Chief’s Challenge calls Airmen to operationalize Agile Combat Employment

The goal of the DAF 2023 Vice Chief's Challenge is to find innovative responses to challenges affecting Agile Combat Employment.
Feb. 15, 2023
Air Force launches Energy-as-a-Service pilot program at Hanscom AFB

The Department of the Air Force kicked off a $10 million next-generation energy performance contract that will deliver resilient and reliable energy at Hanscom Air Force Base Feb. 14.
Feb. 13, 2023
412th Operations Group travels to Bakersfield to inspire new generation of aviators

A group from the 412th Operations Group representing Edwards Air Force Base traveled on a C-12 Huron to the California Aeronautical University Aviation career day to inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts.
Feb. 12, 2023
49th MDG trains Airmen with Medic-X initiative

Medic-X is a program implemented in the 49th MDG last year and is designed to train Airmen from different medical careers to provide potentially life-saving measures in emergency situations and relief in daily operations.
Feb. 10, 2023
Beale AFB Airmen launch ACC minority outreach initiative

Airmen from Beale Air Force Base visited a California intermediate school as part of Project Quesada, an initiative to reach more minority students for pilot and STEM career field opportunities within the U.S. Air Force.
Feb. 9, 2023
23 Department of the Air Force members selected for BEYA STEM awards

Both uniformed and civilian members of the Air Force and Space Force will be recognized during the 18th Annual Stars and Stripes Awards Dinner for their accomplishments and contributions in STEM-related fields over the past year.
Feb. 8, 2023
Largest private-public collaboration in DoD history reflects commitment to clean energy

The 412th Test Wing unveiled a new solar facility on the northwest corner of Edwards Air Force Base, Feb. 2. The facility, built in collaboration with Terra-Gen LLC, is a result of the Edwards Solar Enhance Use Lease Project.
Feb. 7, 2023
Second Air Force moves technical training into the 21st century

The Second Air Force is moving toward a sixth-generation learning environment across its five technical training wings.
Feb. 4, 2023
UH-1N pilot one of two Airmen selected for US Naval Test Pilot School

The 40th Helicopter Squadron instructor pilot with almost 1,300 flight hours under his belt will move in August with his family to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, to join the 2024 academic class.
Feb. 2, 2023
Recruiting Service Program inspires youngsters with music, spirit to serve

The General Officer Inspire Program is a diversity outreach initiative for general officers to engage with youth and youth influencers (parents, teachers, coaches, civic/community leaders, etc.) to increase diversity in the Air Force's flying community.
Feb. 2, 2023
DAF announces overseas spouse direct-hire authority pilot program

Direct-hire authority enables an agency to hire any qualified applicant through an expedited hiring process that eliminates many of the traditional steps, including consideration of competitive rankings and ratings.
Feb. 2, 2023
53rd Wing’s MUSTANGS: the future of agile data capture and ACE capability

Part of the Crowd-Sourced Flight Data program, MUSTANGS is a mobile vehicle that can download, process, and offload important data from Quick Reaction Instrumentation Package-equipped aircraft without the need for fixed, operational test infrastructure.
Jan. 29, 2023
Innovation Industry Days 2023 fosters partnerships, delivers solutions to I&MS challenges

More than 2,000 small business, academic and government officials gathered Jan. 24-26 in San Antonio for Innovation Industry Days.
Jan. 28, 2023
AEDC team members assist with bat research

On a cold, drizzly day in December, Arnold Air Force Base team members ventured into a wet, muddy cave to add to the data concerning white nose syndrome and tricolored bats.
Jan. 27, 2023
DoD releases Small Business Strategy

The strategy promotes a strong, dynamic, and robust small business industrial base by focusing on reducing barriers to entry, increasing set-aside competitions, and leveraging programs to grow the industrial base.
Jan. 25, 2023
Famed Airman CMSgt Paul Kerchum laid to rest with full military honors

One of the U.S. Air Force’s most legendary—as well as courageous and inspirational—Airmen, CMSgt (retired) Paul Kerchum has been laid to rest.
Jan. 23, 2023
US Air Force selects Howard University for science research partnership

The Air Force has selected Howard University to lead a university affiliated research center.
Jan. 19, 2023
Aim High application gets updated feature to help any Airman become a recruiter

Air Force Recruiting Service updated their Aim High application to allow any app user to assist in the Air Force’s recruiting efforts.
Jan. 17, 2023
CSAF, CMSAF visit CENTCOM

CSAF, CMSAF visited the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. The goal of the trip was to highlight the Air Force’s continued commitment to building trust and interoperability with regional partners and to show support for Airmen serving in the AOR.
Jan. 16, 2023
MLK Day: Honoring his life and legacy

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday marking the birthday of the civil rights leader. This year, the MLK Day of Service will be recognized on Jan. 16 as a way to channel King’s life and teachings into community action.
Jan. 11, 2023
DAF standardizes civilian employees’ electronic display names

This shift will align the department with sister services and other government organizations, while also focusing on employees’ unique expertise rather than their pay plan.
Jan. 9, 2023
USecAF visits Wright-Patterson AFB

Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones got a look at various organizations and missions during a daylong tour of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Jan. 9.
Jan. 8, 2023
436th OG adopts Instructor Enrichment Program for aircrew

The 436th Operations Group employed an Instructor Enrichment Program, or IEP, at Dover Air Force Base, Jan. 6.
Jan. 5, 2023
AFMC partnership drives progress in mentoring, diversity

More than 2,500 uniformed and civilian Airmen and Guardians participated in a series of Cross-Cultural Mentoring Panels in 2022, which emphasized inclusivity, growth and greater understanding of mentoring relationships across all demographic groups.
Jan. 4, 2023
Empowered aviation pioneers leave inspiring legacy for modern Airmen

The First Flight Society recently hosted a celebration recognizing the 119th anniversary of the first powered and controlled flight, the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force and the induction of Gen. Benjamin O. Davis Jr. into the Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine. The event took place at the
Dec. 30, 2022
Department of the Air Force unmasks academic degrees for major, lieutenant colonel promotion boards

The change will apply to all eligible DAF officers and allow promotion board members to consider an officer’s acquisition of valued expertise as one of many whole person concept considerations.
Dec. 19, 2022
AFRL launches wearable biomolecular sensors program for DoD, transfers technology to Sensate Biosystems

The Air Force Research Laboratory has partnered with the Nano Bio-Materials Consortium and Case Western Reserve University to create wearable sensors that measure biomarkers in Airmen and Guardians.
Dec. 13, 2022
Cotton takes command of USSTRATCOM

Gen. Anthony J. Cotton becomes USSTRATCOM's eighth commander, highlighting the enduring stability of the nation's strategic enterprise during a time of increased global pressure and reliance on a safe, reliable, and effective nuclear deterrent.
Dec. 12, 2022
Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo showcase base-community partnership to CSAF, spouse

Brown’s visit to Goodfellow AFB included a mission brief and all-call with the 17th Training Wing, a small-group lunch with Airmen, a discussion of ongoing community partnership initiatives and visits to the Louis F. Garland Fire Academy and Moser-Flynn Hall Intelligence Campus.
Dec. 6, 2022
CSAF promotes retired WWII triple ace fighter pilot to brigadier general

The ceremony was an opportunity to honor the 100-year-old World War II triple ace during the 75th anniversary year of the U.S. Air Force’s establishment as a military service.
Dec. 5, 2022
AFCENT’s innovation Task Force 99 establishes ops, HQ

Less than two months following the establishment of Task Force 99, Lt. Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, visited the team at their new location for a peek behind the curtain of the command’s innovation powerhouse Dec. 1.
Nov. 30, 2022
Department of the Air Force announces Spark Tank 2023 semifinalists

The sixth annual Spark Tank 2023 was recently held and the top 15 ideas were selected to advance to the semifinals.
Nov. 29, 2022
AETC commander announces rebalanced mission, vision focus

The commander of AETC announced the command’s rebalanced mission, vision and lines of effort that will continue to accelerate change, while building the force necessary for the high-end fight.
Nov. 27, 2022
QRIP-equipped CAF F-35s set the stage for future Crowd-Sourced Flight Data platform integration

In March 2022, the first set of U.S. Air Force operational aircraft were equipped with the Quick Reaction Instrumentation Package, enabling the first Combat Air Forces contribution to Crowd-Sourced Flight Data.
Nov. 22, 2022
Pease ANG crew flies record-breaking endurance mission

In a feat of air mobility endurance, a KC-46A Pegasus crew from the 157th Air Refueling Wing flew a non-stop mission half-way around the globe and back.
Nov. 21, 2022
AMC presents winning scheme of maneuver to CSAF, MAJCOM commanders

Air Mobility Command hosted Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., as well as senior leaders from eight major commands, at Fall Phoenix Rally at Scott Air Force Base.
Nov. 18, 2022
DAF completes 5th annual financial statement audit, continues march toward auditability

The audit increases effectiveness and efficiency, enhancing the ability to ensure Airmen and Guardians have the resources they need, when they need them, to accomplish their missions and return home safely.
Nov. 9, 2022
DAF already taking steps to meet Climate Action Plan goals

DAF installations are implementing innovative solutions and pilot programs to meet the goals outlined in the Climate Action Plan, bolstering mission readiness through installation energy resilience.
Nov. 8, 2022
DAF announces 2022 Photo Contest winners

The Department of the Air Force announced the winners of the 2022 Air Force Photo Contest Nov. 7.
Nov. 5, 2022
Project Arc team works to make technical Airmen more operationally relevant

Project Arc, one of the latest groups aiming to empower Airmen, is working to make technical Airmen more operationally relevant across the Air Force.
Nov. 3, 2022
DAF-MIT AI Accelerator to commence CogPilot Data Challenge 2.0

The Department of the Air Force-Massachusetts Institute of Technology Artificial Intelligence Accelerator will commence the CogPilot Data Challenge 2.0, inviting participants to explore AI-based solutions.
Nov. 2, 2022
Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium delivers mobility roadmap for high-end fight

The 54th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium brought together nearly 1,600 Air Force senior leaders, industry partners, partner nation representatives and mobility Airmen into a single forum.
Nov. 1, 2022
SecDef's oldest outreach program visits Nevada's premier USAF bases

The Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, the Defense Department's oldest public liaison program, held its 93rd iteration recently at both Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases.
Nov. 1, 2022
COMUSAFE attends Africa Air Force Forum in Senegal

The commander of USAFE spoke at the 2022 Africa Air Force Forum, which was the first iteration of the event.
Oct. 31, 2022
DAF-MIT AI Accelerator tackles challenge of cultivating, growing world-class AI workforce

This month, the Department of the Air Force-Massachusetts Institute of Technology Artificial Intelligence Accelerator commenced their Lead AI pilot.
Oct. 29, 2022
Winter Olympics application window is open

Guardian and Airmen athletes wanting to represent the Department of the Air Force in the next Winter Olympics have until Nov. 7 to apply for the DAF World Class Athlete Program.
Oct. 27, 2022
386th AEW stands up satellite innovation cell

The 386th Air Expeditionary Wing stood up Task Force 99.M, the first satellite innovation cell under U.S. Air Forces Central Command’s Task Force 99 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait.
Oct. 25, 2022
NY Guard’s 109th Airlift Wing supports Antarctic research

The New York Air National Guard’s 109th Airlift Wing, using the LC-130 "Skibird" Hercules, has begun launching support operations in Antarctica in support of National Science Foundation research.
Oct. 24, 2022
AMC leaders to present 96 Distinguished Flying Crosses, 12 Bronze Star Medals, Gallant Unit Citation for Operation Allies Refuge

AMC announced commanders will present awards and citations including the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star Medal and Gallant Unit Citation to mobility Airmen who supported Operation Allies Refuge.
Oct. 17, 2022
DAF releases annual acquisition report

The Department of the Air Force released its Fiscal Year 2021 Acquisition Report, which offers transparency between the Department and taxpayers by showing how the Department balances program cost, schedule, and performance to meet warfighter needs and optimize taxpayers’ dollars.
Oct. 16, 2022
Exoskeleton to enhance safety, retention for aerial porters, others

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Center for Rapid Innovation held an event Oct. 6 with the 445th Airlift Wing for a ROAM Robotics team to demonstrate the latest Forge System.
Oct. 15, 2022
Pennsylvania Guardsman leads project providing new housing for homeless Cherokee vets

A Pennsylvania Air National Guardsman with the 171st Air Refueling Wing led the construction of seven homes for tribal members of Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, who are currently experiencing homelessness.
Oct. 14, 2022
Readout of US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.’s travel to Peru

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. traveled to Peru Oct. 11-12 to deepen close and enduring cooperation between the U.S. and Peruvian Air Forces.
Oct. 12, 2022
Department of the Air Force wins 3 federal energy, water management awards

The Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program recognized three Department of the Air Force teams and multiple individuals with 2022 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards.
Oct. 11, 2022
DAF develops dual-track 'Civilians We Need' career model, roadmaps to enhance civilian career progression

The new “Civilians We Need” career model and accompanying career roadmaps will help DAF civilians plan their job experiences, education, training, and leadership opportunities to meet their professional goals.
Oct. 6, 2022
AF to launch narrative performance statements for award nominations

Performance statements and award nominations are transitioning effective Oct. 1, 2022.
Oct. 4, 2022
36th EWS conceptualize Reclamation of Electronic Attack Pods program

The 36th Electronic Warfare Squadron used their skills and ingenuity to conceptualize the Reclamation of Electronic Attack Pods program for ALQ-184 and ALQ-131 Electronic Attack Pods.
Oct. 2, 2022
AFTC kicks off new digital engineering efforts

The office will focus on creating a digital governance structure and facilitate on-going and new digital acquisition transformation activities across the enterprise.
Sept. 26, 2022
AFIMSC revamps tool to save manhours, deliver timely tracking of travel dollars

Each year, AFIMSC helps the Department of the Air Force recover over $11.5 million in unused government travel tickets through the passenger movement SharePoint tool, developed by the center.
Sept. 26, 2022
‘Accelerate Change or Lose’: Robins AFB members modernize aircraft GPS

The Resilient Embedded Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System program, or R-EGI for short, is one of the AFLCMC’s solutions to building resiliency into aircraft navigation systems.
Sept. 22, 2022
AF hosts International Air Chiefs Conference

The gathering exemplified the Air Force’s ongoing efforts to strengthen relationships with allies and partners through meaningful conversation and information exchange.
Sept. 22, 2022
Air Force releases the ‘Purple Book’

The Air Force released the third book in its trilogy of foundational documents dedicated to developing Total Force Airmen.
Sept. 22, 2022
Air Guard director: We have to be ready today, we must be stronger tomorrow

Lt. Gen. Michael Loh, director of the Air National Guard stressed the need to be ready today and stronger tomorrow and that begins with operationalizing the National Defense Strategy.
Sept. 22, 2022
PACAF command chief cements importance of enlisted leadership at AFA conference

PACAF’s senior enlisted leader underscored why partnership capacity and enlisted leadership at the lowest levels are key tenets in terms of maximizing lethality, interoperability and readiness.
Sept. 21, 2022
Enlisted Assignment Working Group ‘Wins’

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass recently prompted the inception of the Enlisted Assignment Working Group with the intent for an overdue holistic review of the Department of the Air Force’s enlisted assignment program.
Sept. 20, 2022
Cyclists ride more than 200 miles to honor Air Force’s 75th birthday

The inaugural Memorial to Memorial ride brought more than 90 cyclists from the Air Force and Space Force together over three days to celebrate the Air Force's 75th Anniversary.
Sept. 20, 2022
Space Force reveals official song: ‘Semper Supra’

The U.S. Space Force, the newest military branch established in 2019, has officially adopted its own song titled, "Semper Supra" that was unveiled during the 2022 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Sept. 20.
Sept. 19, 2022
Brown cites Air Force history as fuel for accelerating change, meeting today’s complex security challenges

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. urged the Total Force Sept. 19 to focus intently, to move fast and “accelerate change” in reshaping the service to meet modern-day threats.
Sept. 19, 2022
Kendall draws direct connection to mission success, diverse, fulfilled, accomplished Total Force

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall addresses issues from personnel to recruiting and China during his keynote address at the annual Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 17, 2022
F-15C Eagle fleet prepares to stand down after 50 years of vigilance

For 24 years, the F-15 Eagle has roared over the city of Klamath Falls, Ore., flying countless training missions and supplying air superiority pilots to the U.S. Air Force.
Sept. 14, 2022
Aviano AB strengthens community relationships through English Teaching Program

This summer, volunteers taught English to Italian children in local middle and high schools, as well as two summer camps.
Sept. 12, 2022
Virtual event kicks off Digital Agents of Change campaign

The Department of the Air Force Digital Transformation Office has launched a new initiative to recognize individuals across the enterprise who are driving change in the digital domain.
Sept. 10, 2022
Air Force creates Special Warfare programs for ROTC, USAFA cadets

Air Force Special Warfare created a formalized special warfare cadet program to help Air Force ROTC and U.S. Air Force Academy cadets prepare to be special tactics, combat rescue, or tactical air control party officers.
Sept. 8, 2022
WR-ALC master sergeant receives First Sergeant of the Year award

The 2021 Air Force First Sergeant of the Year award has been presented to a master sergeant in the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.
Sept. 7, 2022
Air, Space Force installations seek mediators to help with conflict resolution

The Department of the Air Force is seeking mediators for conflict resolution as an alternative solution to litigation for workplace conflicts.
Sept. 7, 2022
Airman accelerates change through persistence, develops tool for RPAs

Master Sgt. Bridget Carroll reduced cargo taken on an MQ-1 Predator alert package with the creation of a “bird-in-a-box” later known as the Digital Aircraft Link Emulator, or DALE.
Sept. 7, 2022
AGR program changes on the horizon

Air Force Reserve Command is instituting changes to the Active Guard and Reserve program effective Oct. 1.
Sept. 6, 2022
Senior leader announcement: Week of Sept. 6

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall announced the following senior leader retirement and assignment.
Sept. 5, 2022
US, French air forces invest in partnership, strengthen C2 training

The 505th Training Squadron commander and French exchange officer visited CASPOA, also known as the NATO Air Operations Center of Excellence, or AO COE.
Sept. 2, 2022
SECAF visits PACAF Airmen, emphasizes Air Force priorities

During his tour, Kendall reinforced the National Defense Strategy tenet of deterring aggression, while being prepared to prevail in conflict when necessary, prioritizing the importance of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command theater.
Sept. 1, 2022
Kendall receives mission transformation, software innovation updates at Robins AFB

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Robins AFB to receive new mission updates and see some of the innovative advances being made with education and industry.
Sept. 1, 2022
Global College of PME now taking new officer distance learning enrollments

The distance learning programs have been closed for enrollments and graduations in support of the Air University-wide transition to the new Learner Environment Design-Student Information System.

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