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Jan. 23, 2025
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

The Air Force selected 52 active-duty majors for promotion to lieutenant colonel.
Jan. 17, 2025
Around the Air Force: Selective Retention Bonus List, Missile Defense Breakthrough, Air Force JROTC Scholarships

In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the Selective Retention Bonus List was released in an effort to retain highly skilled enlisted personnel, a recent missile intercept experiment in Guam, and JROTC cadets receive scholarships to a private pilot training program.
Dec. 23, 2024
DAF updates waiver policies for asthma, hearing loss, food allergies

The Department of the Air Force holds strict medical accession standards but can grant waivers in specific cases. The new policy expands previous guidance in several areas, including asthma, hearing loss and food allergies.
Aug. 8, 2024
Air Force releases staff sergeant promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 12,827 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 56,124 eligible for a selection rate of 22.85% in the 24E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
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.
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 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
Air Force selects 6,914 in technical sergeant promotion cycle; list posts June 13

Air Force officials selected 6,914 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant out of 35,328 eligible for a selection rate of 19.57% in the 24E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
May 30, 2024
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

The Air Force selected 1,366 active-duty majors for promotion to lieutenant colonel during recent CY24A central selection boards (LAF-A/C/F/I/N/X, NC and MSC).
May 23, 2024
Air Force releases master sergeant promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 5,500 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 29,497 eligible for a selection rate of 18.65 percent in the 24E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
April 11, 2024
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

The Air Force selected 2,053 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23D and CY23E central selection boards.
March 14, 2024
Air Force releases senior master sergeant promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 1,734 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 15,151 eligible for a selection rate of 11.44 percent in the 24E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Dec. 28, 2023
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

The Air Force selected 519 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23A central selection boards.
Dec. 4, 2023
Air Force releases chief master sergeant promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 506 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,249 eligible for a selection rate of 22.5 percent in the 23E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Nov. 28, 2023
Air Force selects 506 senior master sergeants for promotion

Air Force officials selected 506 Air Force senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant.
Oct. 4, 2023
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

The Air Force selected 292 active-duty officers for promotion to colonel, lieutenant colonel, and major during recent CY23A, CY23C, and CY23D central selection boards.
Aug. 27, 2023
AFW2 roadshow visits Minot AFB

The AFW2 team, including program managers and ambassadors, visited Airmen from the 5th SFS and the 91st SFG. They shared stories from their careers and how they came to be a part of the AFW2 Roadshow team.
Aug. 8, 2023
Air Force selects 9K for E5 promotion

The staff sergeant promotion list will be available on the Air Force Personnel Center public website Aug. 10 at 8 a.m. CDT. Airmen will also be able to access their score notices on the virtual Military Personnel Flight via the AFPC Secure page.
Aug. 1, 2023
UPDATE: Air Force receives additional funds for PCSs

Due to additional support by Congress, the Air Force gained more funding for overseas PCSs.
July 10, 2023
Air Force delays some PCSs, bonuses

Higher-than-projected personnel costs are driving a shortfall in FY23 military personnel appropriation. This will have temporary consequences for PCSs, SRBs, and aviation bonuses.
May 25, 2023
Air Force’s Enlisted Swap Assignment Program starts June 1

The Air Force Enlisted Swap Assignment Program goes live June 1 for senior master sergeants and below with a current assignment. This new policy provides Airmen with more control and new flexibilities in their assignment process.
May 25, 2023
Air Force selects 4,998 in master sergeant promotion cycle, to post May 31

Air Force officials selected 4,998 Air Force technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 28,831 eligible for a selection rate of 17.3% in the 23E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
March 30, 2023
Air Force leadership center makes it easier for civilians to enroll in degree program

The Air Force’s leadership development center has made it much easier for the service’s civilians to apply for its associate degree program.
March 14, 2023
Air Force releases senior master sergeant/23E8 promotion cycle statistics

Congratulations to the 1,629 master sergeants selected for senior master sergeant in the 23E8 promotion cycle.
Feb. 23, 2023
AFGSC commander approves formal assessment to investigate missile community cancer concerns

Gen. Thomas A. Bussiere, AFGSC commander, approved a comprehensive study design by the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine to conduct a formal assessment that addresses specific cancer concerns.
Jan. 11, 2023
Civilian Development nomination window opens Jan. 11

The development and leadership programs offered through CD are mapped to the Department of the Air Force’s institutional competencies, which are key to ensuring all Airmen and Guardians can operate successfully in a constantly changing environment.
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. 7, 2022
Department of the Air Force releases 22E9, 22S9, 23S8 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 514 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,526 eligible, for a selection rate of 20.34 percent in the 22E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Aug. 25, 2022
Air Force releases staff sergeant/22E5 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 9,706 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant, out of 45,991 eligible, for a selection rate of 21.1% in the 22E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
July 20, 2022
Air Force releases technical sergeant/22E6 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 5,430 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant, out of 33,935 eligible, for a selection rate of 16% in the 22E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
July 14, 2022
Air Force announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2022

Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2022. The board selected the Airmen based on superior leadership, job performance and personal achievements.
June 1, 2022
CSAF, CMSAF visit AFPC, talk talent management

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. hosted an all-call alongside Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass for the Airmen and Guardians of AFPC.
May 31, 2022
Air Force releases master sergeant/22E7 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 4,040 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant, for a selection rate of 14.8% in the 22E7 promotion cycle.
May 24, 2022
Air Force selects 4,040 in master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts May 31st

Air Force officials have selected 4,040 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant, out of 27,296 eligible, for a selection rate of 14.8% percent in the 22E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
May 4, 2022
AETC, AFPC command chiefs talk DSD process on Reddit, Twitter

Questions from the community included a broad range of general Developmental Special Duty process questions and suggestions, the DSD matching process, the assignment notification timeline, and more.
April 12, 2022
AFPC accepting applications for officer instructor, recruiting duty

The Air Force’s Personnel Center will accept applications from active-duty Line of the Air Force officers for the calendar year 2023 Officer Instructor and Recruiting Special Duty Nomination Board April 11 to May 14.
March 31, 2022
Air Force to launch Airman Leadership Qualities-based feedback in myEval

Supervisors and Airmen will no longer be able to accomplish ACA feedback via the AF Forms 931, 932, 724, or 724-A. All ACAs that are not completed and signed by March 30 will automatically convert to include ALQ feedback ratings in the myEval system, located within myFSS.
March 28, 2022
Career Intermission Program application window opens April 1, reduces service obligation

The first CY22 Career Intermission Program application window opens April 1 for eligible Airmen and Guardians interested in a one to three year temporary break from active duty to meet personal or professional needs outside the service.
March 12, 2022
Two-part DSD spring cycle kicks off March 16

The cycle is the central selection process for U.S. Air Force Academy military trainers and noncommissioned academy Professional Military Education instructors.
March 1, 2022
DAF summer job opportunities for 700-plus qualified students

The Department of the Air Force is giving more than 700 students an opportunity to develop and hone their skills under its flagship summer hire program, which runs May through September.
Jan. 18, 2022
Civilian Development nomination window opens, eligibility expanded

Civilian Airmen and Guardians can apply for up to four programs by submitting their application, resume and additional documents, when prompted, through MyVector. Applicants must self-nominate no later than Feb. 25.
Jan. 5, 2022
Air Force announces IDE in-residence nomination process change

Beginning with the 2022 developmental education designation process, the Air Force will transition away from the Definitely Attend (DA) program that began in 2017.
Dec. 10, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases 21E9, 21S9, 22S8 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force officials have selected 505 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,775 eligible, for a selection rate of 18.19 percent in the 21E9 promotion cycle.
Aug. 24, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases staff sergeant/21E5 promotion cycle statistics

Department of the Air Force officials selected 15,660 Air Force senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 44,663 eligible for a selection rate of 35.06% in the 21E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Aug. 16, 2021
CY22 selection board schedule helps shape force

The Department of the Air Force recently published the Calendar Year 2022 Air and Space Force Selection Board schedules, identifying when thousands of Airmen and Guardians will compete for promotion, helping shape and develop the force.
Aug. 15, 2021
DAF offers Total Force enlisted members’ bridge to med school, commission

Total Force enlisted Airmen and Guardians wanting to become a commissioned officer and military healthcare provider can complete their preparatory coursework for admission to medical school while on active duty.
Aug. 14, 2021
The Initial Perception

There are many common sayings that go along with how important the first impression you leave on someone is. No matter the circumstances for someone’s behavior, on any particular day, there is no way to reverse that initial interaction, conversation, attitude, etc. For this reason, and many more,
Aug. 4, 2021
Department of the Air Force begins integrated personnel, pay system modernization

Uniformed Total Force Airmen and Guardians are invited to create Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay System accounts as part of a two-phase personnel and pay modernization program.
July 30, 2021
Wounded warriors share message of resilience in Florida

On the day a bullet tore through his legs inside an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. August O’Niell, 414th Combat Training Squadron Detachment 1 flight chief in charge of ground operations at Davis-Monthan, Air Force Base, Arizona, said his world changed.
July 15, 2021
San Antonio Innovation Summit open for registration

The event – a partnership between the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, Air Force Civil Engineer Center, Air Force Security Forces Center, Air Force Services Center, Air Force Personnel Center, Air Education and Training Command, and AFWERX – will bring innovation collaboration
July 12, 2021
DAF announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2021

An Air Force selection board at the Air Force’s Personnel Center considered 35 nominees who represented major commands, direct reporting units, field operating agencies and Headquarters Air Force. The board selected the 12 Airmen based on superior leadership, job performance and personal
June 29, 2021
DAF releases technical sergeant/21E6 promotion cycle statistics

Department of the Air Force officials have selected 9,422 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant out of 34,973 eligible for a selection rate of 26.94% in the 21E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
May 19, 2021
DAF releases master sergeant/21E7 promotion cycle statistics

Department of the Air Force officials have selected 4,676 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 24,721 eligible.
March 18, 2021
AFPC launches Family Vector website

Airmen, Guardians, and their families may now access EFMP information without using a Common Access Card at the Department of the Air Force Family Vector website.
March 18, 2021
DAF offers 1,300-plus summer job opportunities to qualified students

In past years and pre-COVID-19, the program, which runs from May through September, would have upwards of 2,000 available positions.
March 16, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases senior master sergeant/21E8 promotion cycle statistics

The average overall score for those selected was 400.77. Selectees’ average time in grade was 4.25 years and time in service was 18.37 years.
Feb. 22, 2021
2020 Vice Chief’s Challenge winners announced

The challenge, which launched in February 2020, focused on identifying time-consuming tasks that provide the least direct value to generating combat effects; proposing innovative solutions to streamline current processes through the novel application of technology; and partnering directly with
Jan. 19, 2021
Department of the Air Force offers limited Active Duty Service Commitment waivers; expanded PALACE CHASE

These programs provide provisions for both enlisted and officer members who meet specified criteria. The application window runs Jan. 20 – April 2 and the expanded PALACE CHASE program window will run Jan. 20 through June 1, 2021.
Jan. 7, 2021
Department of the Air Force offers civilians more than 30 development programs

The Academic Year 2022 Civilian Developmental Education, Civilian Strategic Leader Program, and Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program application call runs Jan. 13 through Feb. 26.
Dec. 10, 2020
Department of the Air Force releases fiscal year 2021 Selective Retention Bonus program

The program is designed to improve the retention of experienced Airmen and Space Professionals in stressed career fields or those with high training costs.
Oct. 18, 2020
Air Force attorneys attend course to better assist families with special needs

Members of the Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps recently attended a specialized law course designed to better prepare them to assist parents and guardians of children with special education requirements.
Oct. 5, 2020
AFPC receives Innovation Award for ‘Digital Airman’ initiative

The Air Force Personnel Center’s Innovation Cell and Robotics Process Automation Branch were awarded the 2019 Larry O. Spencer Innovation award in September 2020.
Oct. 1, 2020
First year report: Academy's Enlisted Academic Faculty Program makes progress

The Academy is the first of the service academies to feature enlisted service members as official faculty members.
Sept. 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force makes additional updates to dress and appearance regulations

Following the Department of the Air Force’s initial review, a diverse panel of Total Force Airmen completed a second review of Air Force grooming and appearance guidance in order to enhance inclusiveness while maintaining Department of the Air Force professional standards.
Sept. 20, 2020
Air Force Recruiting Service develops electronic Officer Qualifying Test

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, Air Force Recruiting Service continues to find innovative ways to overcome obstacles. In conjunction with the Air Force’s Personnel Center, an electronic version of the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test is now available for the first time ever.
Aug. 30, 2020
AFPC matches first child custody assignment

A Luke Air Force Base, Arizona Airman was granted the first court-ordered child custody assignment recently, just one day after the application process opened.
Aug. 20, 2020
Warriors unite through community networks

AFW2 community programs connect warriors to local events, activities and resources within the 46,000 veteran service organizations located nationwide. The team utilizes social media platforms to connect with veteran service organizations and obtain vital information, which they streamline and share
Aug. 19, 2020
Air Force selects 8,246 in technical sergeant promotion cycle; list posts Aug. 24

Air Force officials have selected 8,246 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant out of 28,358 eligible for a selection rate of 29.08% in the 20E6 promotion cycle.
July 17, 2020
Air Force releases master sergeant/20E7 promotion cycle statistics

The average overall score for those selected was 390. Selectees’ average time in grade was 3.58 years and time in service was 13.77 years.
July 10, 2020
Air Force building more inclusive culture through Dress and Appearance updates

The changes, as outlined in an Air Force Guidance Memorandum dated July 1, 2020, include the removal of subjective language and other rules that may have been creating unintentional or unfair barriers for Air and Space Force uniformed members.
July 10, 2020
20E5/E6 promotion timeline update

The Air Force’s Personnel Center provided a 20E5 and 20E6 promotion testing timeline update.
July 1, 2020
Air Force stands up new division to enhance customer service for EFMP families

The new Exceptional Assignment Program division will provide Airmen and their families with a singular point of contact to be more responsive and expedite their requests.
May 27, 2020
Air Force delays mandatory wear-date for OCP items, 2PFDU

Several uniform changes scheduled to become mandatory for the Operational Camouflage Pattern and Two-Piece Flight Duty Uniform (2PFDU) on June 1, have been delayed to Sept. 1.
April 28, 2020
Faster, smarter: virtual hiring fair recruits STEM talent

In conjunction with the Air Force’s Personnel Center, the Air Force Materiel Command held a virtual hiring fair April 23, 2020 to fill open science, technology, engineering and mathematics positions across the command.
April 6, 2020
Air Force postpones boards due to COVID-19 restrictions

The Air Force is postponing promotion boards for the CY20B Colonel Biomedical Sciences Corps and Chaplain; CY20C Lieutenant Colonel Chaplain and Nurse Corps; and CY20B Chaplain Central Selection Boards, originally scheduled to convene June 8.
March 23, 2020
Air Force provides WAPS testing guidance

Air Force officials announced that the Weighted Airman Promotion System testing is postponed through May 11.
March 19, 2020
AETC issues official COVID-19 mission essential training determination, authorizes travel

Per the memorandum, Webb stated AETC will continue to: "recruit and access Airmen; train candidates and enlistees in Officer Training School, ROTC and basic military training; develop Airmen in technical and flying training; and deliver advanced academic education such as the School of Advanced Air
March 13, 2020
Air Force Wounded Warrior Trials postponed due to COVID-19

The eight-day paralympic-style competition was scheduled for March 20-28 at facilities throughout the Las Vegas area.
March 6, 2020
Air Force Assistance Fund 2020 campaign, helping Airmen and families

The 2020 Air Force Assistance Fund campaign kicked off March 2 and runs through April 10. Here are the top three things you should know about AFAF.
March 3, 2020
Air Force releases senior master sergeant/20E8 promotion cycle statistics

The average overall score for those selected was 407.06. Selectees’ average time in grade was 3.74 years and time in service was 18.08 years.
Feb. 25, 2020
Air Force selects 1,184 in senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 3

While this selection rate is lower than in previous years, the 20E8 promotion allocations meet global requirements for Air Force senior master sergeants.
Feb. 13, 2020
Air Force extends 20E6 promotion testing window for 18 AFSCs

The Air Force’s Personnel Center made the decision to extend the testing window following discovery that 18 Specialty Knowledge Tests were unaccounted for. These tests were mailed to an installation test control office but, to date, have not been received within the expected delivery window.
Feb. 6, 2020
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

In total, the Air Force selected 449 lieutenant colonels for promotion to colonel in the calendar year 2019D Line of the Air Force, chaplain and nurse corps CSBs and 19 captains for promotion to major in the CY19D chaplain CSB.
Jan. 22, 2020
From the courtroom to the classroom

Lt. Col. Trinh Warner, an Air Force judge advocate for 17 years, was getting close to retirement and in search of a meaningful job.
Jan. 9, 2020
Air Force announces Spark Tank 2020 selectees

Spark Tank also offers Airmen the opportunity to get their ideas in front of key enabling agencies that can share expertise and resources such as funding or personnel for the projects being presented and demonstrate pathways for intrapreneurs to make their initiatives successful.
Dec. 31, 2019
NCOs gain school attendance flexibility from EPME self-registration platform

The Air Force’s Personnel Center created a self-registration scheduling system for all in-residence enlisted professional military education courses for active-duty noncommissioned officers.
Dec. 20, 2019
Nurse enlisted commissioning program application window now open

The Chief Nurse interview process has also changed, allowing Chief Nurses to interview only eligible candidates.
Dec. 13, 2019
Air Force updates 2020 developmental education processes, policies

The Air Force’s Developmental Education Designation Board has implemented significant process improvements to the 2020 nomination procedures.
Nov. 25, 2019
Air Force releases 2019 chief master sergeant promotion cycle statistics

This was the first senior noncommissioned officer promotion cycle in which the promotion board focused strictly on performance as the Air Force eliminated the requirements for promotion testing and points for decorations this past January.
Nov. 21, 2019
Civilian Developmental Education, Civilian Strategic Leader Program application window to open Jan. 13

Eligible Air Force civilians will use MyVECTOR to apply for Civilian Developmental Education for the 2021 academic year; and Civilian Strategic Leader and the Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program assignments for the 2021 fiscal year.
Nov. 20, 2019
AF releases FY20 Selective Retention Bonus program

The SRB is a tool used to retain Airmen in undermanned specialties. The program is designed to improve readiness and capacity by targeting retention of experienced Airmen in stressed career fields or those with high training costs.
Nov. 20, 2019
AFMC to host virtual career fair

A virtual career fair, hosted by the Air Force Materiel Command, will focus on filling more than 100 vacancies across the command in career fields to include contracting, financial management, force support, information technology, intelligence, logistics, medical, program management, public
Oct. 30, 2019
Air Force announces NCO Career Status Program for Airmen with 12 years of service

The change will eliminate the need for Airmen who have 12 or more years of service to continue to reenlist by aligning their separation dates with their high year of tenure dates.
Oct. 25, 2019
Wounded warrior, outreach specialist demonstrate lasting impact of connecting

The theme for the month of October is connectedness, and Melissa Wiest, AFW2 outreach specialist and retired master sergeant along with retired Staff Sgt. Seth Pena, AFW2 Ambassador, are living proof of just how important connectedness is.
Sept. 19, 2019
Air Force fields new hiring process for new first sergeants

The Air Force has removed the first sergeant assignment from developmental special duty and is using a combination volunteer and nomination process when bringing on first sergeants for their initial assignments in the career field to ensure the right Airmen are selected and assigned to these special
Aug. 14, 2019
Air Force selects 14,235 in 19E5/staff sergeant promotion cycle

The 19E5/staff sergeant promotion list will be available on the Air Force’s Personnel Center website Enlisted Promotions page, the Air Force Portal and myPers on Aug. 22, at 8 a.m. CDT.
Aug. 6, 2019
Squadron Officer School revamps Think Tank model, AI-aided PCS proposal draws attention

One of the steps taken recently in redesigning the elective was to enroll select Squadron Officer School faculty members in various courses that excel in teaching innovative techniques to solve complex issues. Some of the courses were Stanford University’s Design School, the Joint Special Operations
Aug. 2, 2019
Air Force releases officer instructor and recruiting special duty candidate lists

The release of the candidate lists is the next significant milestone in the Air Force’s initiative to transform the officer talent management process used to fill education, training and recruiting positions.
July 24, 2019
Air Force announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen of 2019

An Air Force selection board at the Air Force’s Personnel Center considered 36 nominees who represented major commands, direct reporting units, field operating agencies and Headquarters Air Force. The board selected the 12 Airmen based on superior leadership, job performance and personal