Dec. 4, 2024 AFCEC awards leases for 5G service at all CONUS bases In collaboration with the Office of the Chief Information Officer, the AFCEC Installations Directorate granted 25-year leases to private entities to install commercial broadband networks at DAF installations in the United States.
Dec. 2, 2024 Additional reimbursement authorized for pet transportation from countries with higher rabies risk In response to the new CDC regulation, the department has updated the Joint Travel Regulations to accommodate service members transporting a household pet during a PCS move from a high-risk country.
Dec. 2, 2024 AETC centers reach initial operational capability Three newly established centers under AETC achieved Initial Operational Capability, marking a significant milestone in the command’s efforts to reoptimize the DAF for GPC.
Nov. 26, 2024 USecAF discusses national defense challenges, inspires cadets at Virginia Tech Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton visited Virginia Tech Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 875 to discuss national defense challenges and strategies.
Nov. 25, 2024 Incorporate risk management into your holiday festivities Incorporating risk management into your holiday festivities will keep you and your loved ones safe.
Nov. 20, 2024 DAF continues to make progress in annual audit The Department of the Air Force recorded significant audit achievements in Fiscal Year 2024, securing remediation's for all three of its audit roadmap targets, including two material weaknesses and one significant deficiency.
Nov. 19, 2024 Innovation Lab pioneers remote start system for the KC-46 Pegasus The APRUSS uses remote activation, cutting down on mission response times and enhancing mission efficiency by ensuring the aircraft is ready when crews arrive at the aircraft.
Nov. 15, 2024 Air Force to evaluate Hanscom AFB for Air Force Information Dominance Systems Center The Department of the Air Force identified Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, as the sole candidate location to host the headquarters for the new Air Force Information Dominance Systems Center.
Nov. 14, 2024 Honoring a hero: USAF History Office unveils first-of-its-kind artwork in Pentagon The DAF unveiled a portrait painting of Sgt. Sabu Dastagir, a Hollywood actor who became an American Airman, at the Pentagon’s WWII hallway.
Nov. 14, 2024 KC-46 Pegasus demo team introduced by 56th ARS The team, representing the newest generation of air refueling capabilities, took center stage to showcase the KC-46’s unique features and the evolution of the Air Force’s tanker fleet.
Nov. 12, 2024 US Air Force transitioning from A-10s to cutting-edge upgrades in Korea The 25th Fighter Squadron at Osan Air Base will begin a phased withdrawal of its 24 A-10 aircraft starting January 2025.
Nov. 8, 2024 The unbreakable bond between an Airman and the sky A retired fighter pilot and one of the last surviving veterans of WWII, the Korean War and Vietnam War, tells his story of service.
Nov. 7, 2024 SecAF Kendall visits information warfare headquarters, addresses importance of ‘getting it right’ During the two-day visit, Kendall received mission briefings on how Sixteenth Air Force integrates capabilities to counter adversaries in the information environment.
Nov. 6, 2024 DAF announces 2024 Spark Tank winner A prototype F-16 Fighting Falcon cockpit collapsible ladder for agile combat employment and contingency operations emerged as the 2024 Spark Tank winner at the Pentagon.
Nov. 5, 2024 SECAF highlights mobility initiatives, increasing role in Great Power Competition at A/TA Symposium Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall highlighted air mobility force’s growing role in Great Power Competition in his keynote address during the Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium.
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. 1, 2024 Air Force launches new SIF Marketplace to drive innovation across the force The marketplace is a virtual platform designed to empower Airmen to actively develop and support innovative ideas to address operational challenges and improve processes throughout the Air Force.
Nov. 1, 2024 COMAMC provides Commander’s Intent at Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium Gen. Johnny Lamontagne, AMC commander, revealed his intent and celebrated a banner year of mobility operations during his keynote address at the 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium in Grapevine, Texas, Oct. 31.
Oct. 31, 2024 LEAP opens to select ANG AFSCs The AFCLC has announced that the LEAP has been authorized to board and select Air National Guard members.
Oct. 28, 2024 Air Force awards four installations with 2024 Air Force Community Partnership Awards The awards honor installations who develop mutually beneficial partnerships with their local communities to improve quality of life for Airmen, Guardians and their families; enhance readiness; modernize services; provide efficiencies; expand capability; and strengthen community relations.
Oct. 18, 2024 DAF announces new enlisted development and education policy The changes are part of an ongoing effort to streamline and modernize Total Force enlisted development following the separation of DAFI 36-2670, Total Force Development, into more specialized instructions.
Oct. 18, 2024 Around the Air Force: Overseas Absentee Ballots, TRICARE Changes for 2025, BLUE: An Agile Approach In this week’s look around the Air Force, overseas service members can send absentee ballots free, new TRICARE contracts impact referrals and specialty care, and the newest issue of BLUE on the Airman Magazine website explores the shift to ACE.
Oct. 16, 2024 Airmen, Guardians showcase indigenous STEM talent at AISES National Conference The American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference brought together thousands of indigenous students, educators and professionals to promote opportunities and celebrate achievements in STEM.
Oct. 16, 2024 DAF e-Learning hosts interpersonal skills simulations, feedback on demand Airmen looking to practice and prepare for one-on-one difficult conversations can now utilize scenario-based AI tools within DAF e-Learning.
Oct. 11, 2024 Around the Air Force: Air Task Force Combat Support Training, First Guardian Launches into Space, Childcare Pilot Program In this week’s look around the Air Force, Air Task Forces prepare for Combat Support Training, the first USSF Guardian launches into space on a NASA mission, and the DoD creates a pilot program to cover certain childcare costs after a PCS.
Oct. 9, 2024 The Great Power Competition at Wright-Patterson AFB At Wright-Patterson AFB, efforts to enhance energy resilience, efficiency, and security are critical to maintaining mission readiness and ensuring the installation can continue to support national defense objectives.
Oct. 4, 2024 Expedited mail service offered for overseas Absentee Ballot submissions Overseas servicemembers can mail their Casted Absentee Ballots to the U.S. for free using Priority Mail Express Military Service now through Dec. 10.
Oct. 4, 2024 Around the Air Force: Defining Units of Action, SECDEF’s well-being initiatives, B-21 Raider update In this week’s look around the Air Force, the DAF further defines the evolution of wings into Units of Action, the SecDef's announces seven new well-being initiatives for military families, and an update on the Air Force’s newest bomber: the B-21 Raider.
Oct. 3, 2024 DAF announces seven candidate locations for KC-46A Pegasus MOB 7 The Department of the Air Force has selected seven bases as candidate locations to host the KC-46A Pegasus Main Operating Base 7.
Sept. 27, 2024 F-16 pilot awarded Kolligian Trophy for aircraft recovery Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin presented the 2023 Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy to Capt. Harry McMahon for his exceptional aviation skills and quick decision-making abilities.
Sept. 26, 2024 USAF Warrant Officer Training School opens doors at Maxwell AFB WOTS is a 40-day training program, in-residence accessions program designed to educate and train candidates with specialized knowledge and technical skills on how to serve as technical advisors to command leadership in their future roles as warrant officers.
Sept. 26, 2024 DAF HEAT conference highlights ‘Pioneers of Change’ The conference featured keynote speakers, panels of enlisted leaders, and fireside chats, bringing together Hispanic community leaders and advocates to discuss the challenges and opportunities Hispanic service members and civilians face in the Air Force and Space Force.
Sept. 25, 2024 Connecting families: DAF leaders, spouses discuss military family experiences DAF senior leaders and their spouses discussed the importance of family support for military readiness during a panel at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 25, 2024 Air Combat Command activates 3 Air Task Force units ACC activated three Air Task Force units marking the next step the Air Force is taking toward Combat Wings as units of action to present to combatant commands.
Sept. 23, 2024 Chief Leadership Course revamping for future fight The Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education is developing a new Chief Leader Course with an increased focus on providing chiefs the education required for them to meet the challenges and excel in an era of Great Power Competition.
Sept. 20, 2024 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year recognized at AFA The Air Force’s 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2024 were recognized and honored during the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 20, 2024 Historic exercise’s cultural exchange, tactical growth ripple back to 1942 Tarang Shakti 24 is an Indian Air Force-led exercise aimed at building upon international partnerships, ultimately strengthening a shared resolve to sustain a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Sept. 20, 2024 DoD leaders discuss the future of Air Force nuclear deterrent systems Senior leaders discuss strategic deterrence during a time of Great Power Competition.
Sept. 18, 2024 AMC commander emphasizes importance of exercises during Great Power Competition Gen. Johnny Lamontagne, commander of Air Mobility Command, participated in a panel discussion titled “Exercising for Great Power Competition” at the Air and Space Forces Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 18, 2024 DAF partners with industry to better fuel force, families Airmen from across the Air Force participate in a one-week culinary course with professionals from the Culinary Institute of America continuing the Department of the Air Force's almost 70-year partnership.
Sept. 17, 2024 USAF Units of Action: Combat Wings, Air Base Wings, Institutional Wings defined The Department of the Air Force will implement a new construct that will evolve wings into cohesive Units of Action by separating them into Combat Wings, Air Base Wings, and Institutional Wings. This will be a phased approach, starting no later than the summer of 2025.
Sept. 16, 2024 AFMC stands up Integrated Development Office, latest GPC milestone The IDO is a command-level office designed to acquire the right capabilities and field them faster and more effectively across AFMC and the Air Force enterprise.
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. 16, 2024 Austin, First Lady tour Pre-K program at Maxwell AFB SECDEF Lloyd J. Austin III and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden met at Maxwell AFB to witness the progress of prekindergarten courses at Maxwell Elementary and Middle School.
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. 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. 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. 5, 2024 AMC visits Tahlequah for Cherokee National Holiday Members from Air Mobility Command, Air Force Recruiting Service and Air Force Sustainment Center thanked the Cherokee Nation for the military and civil service of its members during an annual Cherokee Days event.
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.
Aug. 29, 2024 Torch Athena Rally speakers inspire attendees to be catalysts for change The annual rally is hosted by the major command level women’s initiatives program, called Torch Athena, and identifies and collaboratively addresses issues while building peer and mentorship connections among event participants, according to organizers.
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. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 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 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. 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 AFMC soars to inspire generations at AirVenture 2024 More than 200 military and civilian Airmen from the Air Force Materiel Command represented the U.S. Air Force at the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture 2024 airshow.
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 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 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 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 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 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 11, 2024 All-electric fixed-wing aircraft offloads cargo at JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst played a vital role in a historic first cargo flight as part of a demonstration of the ALIA CTOL, a battery-powered fixed-wing aircraft, July 9.
July 3, 2024 Mountain Home AFB wins annual installation award The award recognizes the outstanding and innovative efforts of the teams of people who operate and maintain U.S. military installations, selecting one base from each military service, plus the Defense Logistics Agency, each year.
July 1, 2024 22 ARW completes first 45-hour nonstop KC-46 flight around the world A 22nd Air Refueling Wing KC-46A Pegasus executed the world’s first nonstop, KC-46A westbound circumnavigation endurance flight, called Project Magellan, June 29-July 1, starting and finishing at McConnell Air Force Base.
June 28, 2024 Air Force activates Warrant Officer Training School The new Warrant Officer Corps career path aims to address critical operational needs while maintaining highly perishable skills and leveraging the deep expertise and technical capabilities of warrant officers.
June 20, 2024 A taste of Air Force life opens doors to future opportunities More than 200 college interns learned about Air Force and Space Force culture, mission, and future opportunities in civilian service at the 2024 Premier College Intern Program Symposium.
June 19, 2024 Juneteenth: American celebration of freedom President Joe Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a national holiday June 17, 2021
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.
June 14, 2024 DAF announces 2024 Art Contest winners This year’s judges had the task of evaluating more than 1,500 entries in two adult and three youth categories to determine the best in the Department of the Air Force with impact, creativity and technical expertise.
June 14, 2024 AFMC to expand AcqDemo workforce AFMC is expanding its Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project, with a target date for converting all eligible General Schedule employees by June 2025.
June 13, 2024 Air Force releases technical sergeant promotion cycle statistics The average overall score for those selected was 390.6. Selectees’ average time in grade was 4.92 years and time in service was 9.75 years.
June 10, 2024 Department of the Air Force launches NIPRGPT Department of the Air Force chief information officer and the Air Force Research Laboratory is accelerating initiatives to provide the Air Force and Space Force with the ability to responsibly experiment with Generative AI.
June 7, 2024 Readout of Jones’ bilateral engagements in Australia The Honorable Kristyn Jones, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, traveled to Australia May 25 to June 4.
June 4, 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey empowers employees, inspires change The 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey is available now for eligible Department of the Air Force employees and is open for submissions through June 28.
May 30, 2024 AFMC empowers small businesses for Air Force reoptimization AFMC is collaborating with small businesses nationwide, informing them of the Air Force's strategic reoptimization efforts.
May 28, 2024 United States Air Force Weapons School celebrates 75 years of advanced training The 75th anniversary weekend facilitated discussions about the school's ongoing commitment to preparing Airmen for the challenges of Great Power Competition between hundreds of alumni and former military officials.
May 23, 2024 Space Force to accept Air Force Reserve volunteers for full-time positions This transfer option is part of the Space Force Personnel Management Act legislative proposal approved by Congress and signed into law as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.
May 23, 2024 Air Force releases FY24 Selective Retention Bonus list, updates to reenlistment policy The SRB program serves as a retention tool, targeting experienced enlisted personnel in critical career fields, particularly those with lower manning or retention rates.
May 16, 2024 DAF e-Learning adds Microsoft Teams app The effort is part of the command’s deliberate development and installation of IT systems that support learning, advanced learning applications and data analytics so Airmen can obtain and exchange information.
May 15, 2024 USAF Units of Action: Air Task Forces defined, first locations announced The Department of the Air Force identified six locations May 15 to host experimental Air Task Forces that will test new methods to generate more efficient, integrated deployable Units of Action.
May 15, 2024 DAF announces changes to allowances for Airmen, Guardians with dependents attending training Airmen and Guardians with dependents executing a permanent change of station to a professional military education or training location are now authorized to collect per diem in the amount of the basic allowance for housing without-dependent rate.
May 13, 2024 Modeling, Simulation Summit: Following through with training transformation The third annual 2024 Department of the Air Force Modeling and Simulation Summit was held at the Grand Hyatt River Walk in San Antonio, Texas, May 7-9.