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  • Around the Air Force: Pegasus Ceremony / Enlisted Academy Instructors

    On this look Around the Air Force, the secretary of the Air Force and chief of staff of the Air Force commemorate the first KC-46 Pegasus at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas and enlisted Airmen will be hired for faculty teaching positions at the Air Force Academy. Hosted by Senior Airman Cory

  • Around the Air Force: VR Demo / 3-D Printed F-22 Part

    On this look Around the Air Force, a virtual reality and augmented reality demonstration at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., and an F-22 Raptor gets a 3-D printed part. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Braden Anderson.

  • Around the Air Force: Pitch Day, Space Flag, ANG Rescue

    On this look Around the Air Force “Pitch Day” will give small businesses and startups a fast track to partner with the Air Force, Space Flag tests warfighting capability, and the Alaskan Air National Guard rescues three civilians.

  • Around the Air Force: Bobsled Airmen / Operation Christmas Drop

    On this look Around the Air Force F-35 Lighting IIs may move to Tyndall Air Force Base, Airmen deliver supplies during Operation Christmas Drop, and two Airmen compete for spots on the USA bobsled team. Hosted by Senior Airman Jasmine Vanderheyden.

  • Around the Air Force: Tactical Leadership Programme / Tyndall rebuilds

    On this look Around the Air Force, the Tactical Leadership Programme trains NATO allied Airmen, about 600 Airmen participate in a readiness exercise at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, and an update on the recovery of Tyndall Air Force Base after Hurricane Michael. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Braden

  • Around the Air Force: Moon Landing Writing Competition / T-38 crash

    On this look Around the Air Force, the National Museum of the Air Force offers scholarships for teens submitting entries based on the Apollo 11 lunar landing, a Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Airman who died in a T-38 Talon crash is identified and coalition partners graduate from the first-ever

  • Around the Air Force: Tyndall Update / BRS Deadline / Solar Power

    On this look around the Air Force, several important missions resume at Tyndall Air Force Base, the chief master sergeant of the Air Force posts about the upcoming BRS deadline and the Air Force uses more solar power. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: CMSAF talks Tyndall / ANG Airman honored

    On this look Around the Air Force, a California Air National Guardsman is remembered following a fatal crash, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth Wright shares words of encouragement for Tyndall Air Force Base and Airmen impacted by Hurricane Michael can apply for grants with the Air Force Aid

  • Around the Air Force: Hurricane Michael, SECAF Testimony, BRS

    On this look Around the Air Force, Hurricane Michael hits the Tyndall Air Force Base and the Florida panhandle, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee Subcommittee and the window to opt into the Blended Retirement System will close soon.

  • Around the Air Force: Non-deployable review / Energy Action Month

    On this look Around the Air Force, the Air Force is finalizing details on how to determine retention for non-deployable Airmen, October is Energy Action Month, and the Air Force expands use of express licensing. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: OCP Authorized / FACT Program

    On this look Around the Air Force, the Operational Camouflage Pattern is authorized for wear, Airmen from the 62nd Airlift Wing assist in Exercise Ample Strike, and Undergraduate Pilot Training students can choose the U-2S airframe on their dream sheets. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: CMSAF Talks Education / MH-139 Contract

    On this look Around the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth Wright addresses education concerns, the first portion of the MH-139 contract is awarded, and Air Force officials are seeking nominations for the 70th annual Arthur S. Flemming Award. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo

  • Around the Air Force: J-PEAT / TF-34 Repair / Officer Continuation Board

    On this look Around the Air Force, the Air Force and Navy announce their Joint Physiological Episodes Action Team, the 23rd Maintenance Squadron makes history, and the Air Force Reserve Command officer continuation board is expected to convene in January. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: Sept. 13

    On this look Around the Air Force, the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron flies missions into Hurricane Florence, Carpathian Summer 2018 comes to a close, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base welcomes runners to the 22nd Air Force Marathon. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: Sept. 10

    On this look Around the Air Force, senior leaders implement a plan to strengthen joint leaders, the first Invisible Wounds Center opens, and an Air National Guard general heads the Unexplained Physiological Events integration team. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: Sept. 6

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- On this look Around the Air Force, U.S. Air Forces Central Command held their change of command ceremony at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, and the Air Force is launching the newest generation of GPS satellites. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.For previous episodes,

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 31

    On this look Around the Air Force, Air Force leadership provides an update on the Publication Reduction Initiative, and Airmen provide support to the Royal Air Force during exercise Typhoon Warrior. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 29

    On this look around the Air Force, Medal of Honor recipient Tech. Sgt. John Chapman's name is unveiled at the Air Force Memorial, Gen. Timothy Ray takes command of Air Force Global Strike Command and Air Forces Cyber joins Air Combat Command. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Miguel Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 24

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force, President Donald Trump posthumously awards Tech. Sgt. John Chapman the Medal of Honor and an Air Force Reservist is nominated for promotion to four-star general. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jevon Smith.For previous episodes, click here

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 23

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force Airmen participate in Engines Running On-load and Offload training, and a rare total force airborne training mission was conducted at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jevon Smith.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 15

    On this look Around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein keeps his focus on revitalizing squadrons, and the Air Force trains students in a three-week pilot training camp. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Samantha Ducker.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 10

    On this look Around the Air Force, exemptions are announced for the new deployment policy, Airmen at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base celebrate the full operational capability of the only human-rated centrifuge in the DoD, and a KC-46 pilot selection board meets later this year. Hosted by Staff Sgt.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 8

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force, Falcon rockets are being considered to deliver cargo, security forces Airmen will once again compete in the Defender Challenge and the Air Reserve Personnel Center aims to reduce call wait times. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Anastasia

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 7

    On this look Around the Air Force, eight officers are selected for a three month program where they’ll learn about Air Force technologies, and Air Force moms who are nursing are authorized to wear a breastfeeding t-shirt. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: Aug. 2

    On this look Around the Air Force, 16 years after making the ultimate sacrifice Tech. Sgt. John A. Chapman will be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor and Pacific Air Forces welcomes a new commander. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: July 30

    On this look Around the Air Force, the Air Force has a new app for Airmen, KC-135 crews test out the Joint Service Aircrew Mask, and the 943rd Rescue Squadron wins Best in Show at the 2018 Royal International Air Tattoo. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marqus Williams.

  • Around the Air Force: July 26

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force, F-22 pilots practice firing live missiles during exercise Combat Archer. Air Mobility Command is accepting applications for active-duty mobility pilots to pioneer a new aviator technical track program, and the Joint Space

  • Around the Air Force: July 20

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look around the Air Force the Colombian Air Force joins U.S. Airmen in exercise Red Flag 18-3, and there are changes to the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill benefits transfer policy. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: July 18, 2018

    On this look Around the Air Force the KC-46 Pegasus program completes its final flight tests, and five Airmen receive the Air Force’s first ever “R” device for their actions in combat operations. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force

    On this look Around the Air Force, Airmen arrive in Georgia for the Innovative Readiness Training event and Junior ROTC cadets participate in the Chief Staff of the Air Force Flight Academy Scholarship Program.

  • Around the Air Force: July 12

    On this look Around the Air Force, Airmen are helping fight wildfires in Colorado, the 53rd Reconnaissance Squadron helps predict hurricane movement, and the Olmstead Scholar Program allows officers to become fluent in a foreign language. Hosted by Senior Airman Jasmine Vanderheyden.

  • Around the Air Force: July 3

    On this look around the Air Force, A B-52 crew assists in a search and rescue operation off the coast of Guam, an Afghan pilot class graduates in the Czech Republic, the Air Force is using innovative approaches to training pilots to make the process faster and more efficient. Hosted by Senior

  • Around the Air Force: June 29

    On this look Around the Air Force, an Air Force astronaut prepares for six months on the International Space Station, Space X is awarded a launch contract, and Romanian Airmen graduate from the Senior NCO Academy. Hosted by Airman First Class Marqus Williams.

  • Around the Air Force: June 27

    On this look Around the Air Force, Air Force partners discuss ways to streamline C-17 Globemaster III inspections, and Air Force Personnel Center has a new improved tool to help Airmen re-train. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marqus Williams.

  • Around the Air Force: June 22

    On this look Around the Air Force B-1B operations resume, Airmen and Norwegian personnel test joint strike missiles, and Eagle Vision provides current satellite imagery to aid during hurricane season. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Robert Kingery.

  • Around the Air Force: June 20

    On this look Around the Air Force two Airmen are awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, and Airmen train with the U.S. Army and other nations during exercises Rainer War and Swift Response.

  • Around the Air Force: June 15

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force, AWACS aircraft support an exercise in the Baltics, an Airman’s invention saves the Air Force money and JTACs train with partner nations during Saber Strike 18. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.For previous episodes, click here

  • Around the Air Force: June 13

    FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – On this look Around the Air Force, there's a new parental leave policy and the Air Force wraps up hosting duties for the 2018 DoD Warrior Games. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marqus Williams.For previous episodes, click here for the Air Force TV page.Related links:-

  • Around the Air Force: June 11

    On this look Around the Air Force we talk with Warrior Games athletes and the Afghan Air Force conducts its first emergency combat airdrop. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: June 6

    On this look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein speaks at the 2018 Warrior Games Opening Ceremony and Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson speaks on the importance of the State Partnership Program, strengthening international alliances. Hosted by Senior

  • Around the Air Force: June 1

    On this look around the Air Force the Department of Defense Warrior Games are underway, combat search and rescue Airmen get realistic training during exercise Red Flag Rescue, and a new security-plus course is helping train network security Airmen.

  • Air Force Tech Report: MOTAR

    MOTAR, or Maintenance Operations and Training Augmented Reality is a new idea that could revolutionize aircraft maintenance using augmented reality to reduce human error and increase training speed.

  • Around the Air Force: May 30

    On this look around the Air Force Officer Training School cadets hit the ground running with a new prerequisites course, the Air Force is looking for a few good retired Airmen, and a new database makes it easy to look up medals and awards.

  • Around the Air Force: May 25

    On this look Around the Air Force Airmen from Travis Air Force Base, California, deliver a cement-mixer trailer to support Kilauea volcano relief efforts, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein explains how the 2019 proposed budget will benefit pilots, and the Afghan Air Force is

  • Around the Air Force: May 24

    On this look Around the Air Force the famed Memphis Belle is unveiled at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Anastasia Tompkins.

  • Around the Air Force: May 16

    On this look around the Air Force, Air Force leaders announced the move to the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, and the 80th Flying Training Wing at Sheppard AFB, Texas, developed a new way to help student pilots succeed. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.

  • Around the Air Force: May 11

    On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson signs a letter of intent to partner with the National Science Foundation and an expert from the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command visited the 58th Special Operations Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, New

  • Around the Air Force: May 9

    On this look around the Air Force, Airmen enter phase two of the Air Force’s light attack experiment, the Air Force is looking to upgrade their early missile warning satellites and the Air Force Reserve Command has a new mobile marketing platform for recruiting.

  • Around the Air Force: May 4

    On this look around the Air Force, a C-130 Hercules crash is being investigated, medical Airmen get real world experience in Panama, and Air Mobility Command holds their biannual Phoenix Rally Summit.

  • Around the Air Force: May 2

    On this look around the Air Force, some changes are made to Enlisted Professional Military Education, Airmen volunteer to clean up areas outside of Latvian children’s centers, and a new acquisition program has the potential to save the Air Force two billion dollars.

  • Around the Air Force: April 30

    On this look Around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee for the 2019 Fiscal Budget, the 911thAirlift Wing switches to C-17s, humanitarian cargo is delivered to Guatemala, and Guard and Reserve Airmen train for wildfire

  • Around the Air Force: April 25

    On this look Around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein speaks to Airmen at the 34th Space Symposium, the Alpha Warrior Tour kicks off, and Schriever Air Force Base is the preferred location for the Joint Force Space Component staff move.

  • Around the Air Force: April 20

    On this look around the Air Force the 45th Space Wing supports the launch of an Atlas V rocket, the 688th Cyberspace Wing hosts a mentorship program, and U.S. and Indonesia Airmen talks improve interoperability. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Braden Anderson.

  • Around the Air Force: April 18

    On this look around the Air Force the F-35 program completes the most comprehensive flight test program in aviation history, Vandenberg Air Force Base unveils a solar array project, and cadets learn about their Pathway to Blue. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Braden Anderson.

  • Around the Air Force: April 13

    On this look around the Air Force the vice chief of staff speaks at the 2018 Future of War Conference, Airmen support the latest Space X launch, and Lt. Gen. David Thompson assumes the position of Space Command vice commander. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: April 11

    On this look around the Air Force, the Thunderbird pilot in the F-16 Fighting Falcon crash is identified, Airmen participated in an African partnership flight in Senegal, and the Air Force is analyzing unexplained physiological events with the T-6 Texan training platform.

  • Around the Air Force: March 23

    On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson said there are two bold moves in the Air Force’s fiscal year 2019 budget and an Airman will attend the 2018 United Nations logistics officer course in Bangladesh.

  • Around the Air Force: March 20

    On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson testifies before the U.S. House of Representatives about the fiscal year 2019 budget and Air Forces Central Command hosts an innovation summit.

  • Around the Air Force: March 15

    On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson shares what she thinks is unique about Airmen and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth Wright visits Airmen at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marqus Williams.

  • Around the Air Force: March 9

    On this look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson talks about improving the quality of life for Air Force families, and the Air Force has announced the creation of a new information operations technical training school.

  • Around the Air Force: March 7

    On this look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Goldfein discusses national defense strategy, and Airmen from the 920th Rescue Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, supported the launch of an Atlas V rocket. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jevon Smith.

  • Around the Air Force: March 5

    On this look around the Air Force Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson talks about the future of warfare and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Kaleth Wright talks about transparency on social media. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 28

    On this look around the Air Force Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and Chief of Staff of the Air Force General David Goldfein address Airmen at the Air Force Association’s Air Warfare Symposium in Orlando, Florida. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 23

    On this look around the Air Force, Airmen in Hawaii demonstrate hydrogen as an alternative fuel source, the Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine is using the DARI system to predict injuries, and the AirForce is looking for First Sergeant of the Year nominations. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Samantha

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 16

    On this look around the Air Force the 2019 budget request seeks to restore readiness, lethality and modernize, and security forces Airmen rescue a lost 2-year-old in Africa.

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 14

    On this look around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein visits Airmen in Guam, an F-16 Fighting Falcon demo team puts on a show in Singapore, and C-17 Globemaster IIIs get improvements.

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 9

    On this look around the Air Force a group known as the Enterprise Capability Collaboration Team explores how the service will continue to lead, operate and integrate electronic warfare throughout the electromagnetic spectrum, surgical teams train on the use of robotics and the Air Force continues to

  • Around the Air Force: Feb. 2

    On this look around the Air Force, Airmen from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron return from deployment, findings in an MQ-1B crash are released and Airmen assigned to the 432nd Wing and 432nd Expeditionary Wing receive the Doolittle Award.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 31

    On this look around the Air Force, Airmen deploy to Chad,the National Space Defense Center has transitioned to 24/7 operations, and it’s now easier for reservists to meet Transition Assistance Program requirements. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Cory Kuttler.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 26

    On this look around the Air Force NASA and the German Aerospace Center conduct bio-fuels testing and the Air Force has begun the rollout of Tier 2 physical fitness training standards.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 24

    On this look around the Air Force aeromedical teams from 12 different nations participated in a partnership flight symposium, the Air Force will address unexplained physiological events and Air Force Space Command nominated two ideas for the Air Force’s Spark Tank competition.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 19

    On this look around the Air Force Ohio Air National Guard Airmen support theater security in Estonia, combat aviation advisors are authorized to wear a brown beret, and virtual reality is used in an adaptive flight training study. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Koetz.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 17

    On this look around the Air Force, Vice President Mike Pence visits Airmen at Nellis Air Force Base, Air National Guard Airmen assist law enforcement with recovery efforts from the recent mudslides, and B-52s deploy to England.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 12

    On this look around the Air Force, Iraqi maintenance airmen are certified, the 493rd Expeditionary Fighter Squadron passes the reins of NATO’s Baltic air policing mission and the 20th Air Force commander is confirmed by the Senate. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Robert Kingery.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 10

    On this look around the Air Force, Air Force officials have announced Enlisted Performance Report changes, Hurricane Hunters flew their first winter storm mission of the year, and retired Gen. Leonard Patrick has been selected to be honored with the Order of the Sword.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 5

    On this look around the Air Force an off-duty Airman saves a life, and January is National Blood Donor Month.

  • Around the Air Force: Jan. 4

    On this look around the Air Force the 418th Flight Test Squadron assists NASA and Airmen can now enroll in the new Blended Retirement System.

  • Around the Air Force: Dec. 29

    On this look around the Air Force deployed service members are treated with a USO show and Vandenberg Air Force Base assists in a Space X Falcon 9 launch. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Vanderheyden.

  • Around the Air Force: Dec. 27

    On this look around the Air Force the Air Force Research Laboratory develops new antibodies, the 22nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron flies more than a dozen flights a day on deployment, and Airmen volunteers assist the base post office during the holiday season. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Cory

  • Around the Air Force: Dec. 22

    On this look around the Air Force Nellis AFB hosts a Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Operation Ham Grenade provides ham and other goods for service members, and North American Aerospace Defense Command tracks Santa. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Samantha Ducker.