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As the world of communication continues to evolve, so must the expertise and capabilities of Airmen in Expeditionary Communications (XCOMM) across the U.S. Air Force. To enhance the knowledge and versatility of XCOMM Airmen, the 644th Combat Communication Squadron (CBCS) launched an Initial
Starting on April 23, 1975, the Air Force, commercial airlines and Navy ships worked around the clock bringing Vietnam War refugees to Andersen AFB, Clark AB, Philippines, and Naval Air Station Agana. Over 100 thousand refugees came through Guam on their way to start new lives in the U.S.A..
The 736th Security Forces Squadron beta tests a new jungle operations and survival course at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 22, 2024. The course is adapted from Marine and Army jungle courses and focuses on Airmen being mission ready for agile combat employment. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman
A Bomber Task Force deployment of U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, Airmen and support equipment from the 509th Bomb Wing and 131st BW, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, has began at Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley, Australia, Aug. 16, 2024.
Red Flag-Alaska 24-3, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin Aug. 15, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through Aug. 30. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat
The Air Force is refining its approach to safety as an integral part of daily operations to maintain safety standards and a ready force to enhance warfighting advantage and advance theater posture.
Dr. Stephen Arionus, Pacific Air Forces historian, provides a history tour for members of the National Security Innovation Network at the PACAF headquarters at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Aug. 7, 2024. NSIN is teaming up with PACAF and the 613th Air Operations Center to accelerate the
U.S. Air Force F-22A Raptors assigned to the 27th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron conducted hot pit refuels alongside Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 75th Squadron at RAAF Base Curtin, Australia.
Pacific Air Forces celebrated its 80th anniversary with a ceremony today at the Headquarters’ Courtyard of Heroes, honoring the command's airpower legacy in the Indo-Pacific theater.
Airmen participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2024 in Australia concluded operations today, marking the end of the largest iteration of the Royal Australian Air Force’s biennial capstone exercise.
Beginning in 2022, the U.S. Air Force began embedding Airmen into Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail units through the Military Personnel Exchange Program in preparation of replacing the aging E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System.
The Air Force Wargaming Institute created a new wargame titled, “Air Force Wargame Indo-Pacific.”
Interoperability is defined as the ability of military groups to operate in conjunction with each other. When it comes to putting together a 22 day exercise with 20 participating nations, over 140 aircraft, and upwards of 4000 personnel a lot of international teamwork comes into play.
In a rare deployment to Alaska's airspace, two B-52 Stratofortresses took part in the Arctic Defender exercise.
Fifth United States-Republic of Korea (ROK) Tabletop Academy held July 8 - 19.
In an unforgettable event, the Exercise Pitch Black 2024 Open Day at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, brought together military forces from across the globe, July 20.
Lenderman shared her “Triple L” values of Listen, Love, and Lift Up with approximately 65 girls
With the soft light of dawn illuminating the vast Northern Territory of Australia, the gentle rustle of eucalyptus leaves in the warm breeze, and the distant calls of kookaburras breaking the calm silence, another morning at Exercise Pitch Black 24 begins.
Starting this summer, the 36th Fighter Squadron at Osan Air Base will gain nine F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 8th Fighter Wing at Kunsan Air Base.
Event marks the first official change of command ceremony for the unit, which was activated as a USSF field component under U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific and assigned to the U.S. Forces Korea sub-unified command in December 2022.
Exercise Pitch Black 2024, the largest iteration of the Royal Australian Air Force's premiere biennial flying exercise, officially opened on July 12 in Darwin, Australia.
Exercise showcased the cohesiveness and adaptability of approximately 50 U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps EOD technicians.
An estimated 500 personnel from the U.S., Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain and France kicked off exercise.
Airmen from the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron returned to Ellsworth Air Force Base June 25, 2024, following the successful completion of Bomber Task Force 24-6 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. This mission, conducted with Allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific, achieved significant milestones
The United States will participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2024 largely based at Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin and Base Tindal, Australia, July 12 – Aug. 2, 2024.This year’s exercise will be the largest in the exercise’s 43-year history, with 20 participating nations, over 140 aircraft, and
Arctic Defender, a German Air Forces-led exercise, is scheduled to begin July 8 with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through July 18.
Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, presents the guidon to Col. Julie Sposito Salceies, 613th Air Operations Center incoming commander, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, June 26, 2024. The 613th Air Operations Center provides command and control of air and space
Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, visited Andersen Air Force Base to observe the Forward Edge’s mission sets and goals.
The Security Forces Division of Pacific Air Forces Directorate of Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, hosted Pacific Defender 2024, a security forces subject matter expert exchange event, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, June 10 - 14.
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The Hawaii Air National Guard’s 154th Wing concluded the latest iteration of its ongoing fighter exercise, Sentry Aloha 24-2, June 12 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.This two-week National Guard Bureau training event brought together more than 1,000
I was greatly honored to be designated as the Pacific Air Forces Action Officer for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC), the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islanders.
Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into a tactical vehicle accident where two Airmen were significantly injured on Tinian, Feb. 17, 2023.Two Airmen were traveling to a training location when their SRTV-SXV Tactical Vehicle departed the road and rolled over near North Field,
Senior noncommissioned officers from across Pacific Air Forces gathered for Pacific Paladin, a leadership training event, on Monday, June 10, 2024, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, PACAF command chief, hosted this iteration of the event, which aims to equip
In a move aimed at bolstering bilateral cooperation, the U.S. Air Force 613th Air Operations Center has signed an agreement with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force Air Defense Command at Pacific Air Forces Headquarters, Jun. 12.This agreement seeks to strengthen ties between the two air forces at
Pacific Air Forces Airmen were honored as PACAF's 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year in the Courtyard of Heroes at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, June 11.Gen. Kevin Schneider, PACAF commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, PACAF command chief, invited numbered air force commanders,
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Operations Support Squadron, 607th Materiel Maintenance Squadron, and U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry ROK/U.S. Combined Division, set up a helicopter landing zone during a joint
Sripriya Ranganathan, Charge d’Affaires of India to the United States, visited Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska during Red Flag-Alaska 24-2 June 3, 2024. During her visit, she visited the Indian Air Forces participating in Red Flag-Alaska, and received briefings on the exercise. Red Flag-Alaska serves
The Republic of Singapore Air Forces 425th Fighter Squadron is participating in Red Flag-Alaska 24-2. Interoperability is key component to Agile Combat Employment and enhancing our alliances and partnerships. RF-A exercises are focused on improving the combat readiness of U.S. and international
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer joined Republic of Korea Air Force F-15Ks Slam Eagles for live munitions and close air support training at the Pilsung Range, Republic of Korea, in an event designed to enhance the interoperability, lethality, and readiness of U.S. and ROK air forces.
PEARL HARBOR – U.S. Indo-Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, are scheduled to participate in exercise Valiant Shield (VS) 2024, June 7-18, on Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, and at sea around the Mariana Island Range Complex.
As part of the fourth-annual Pacific Air Forces Spark Tank event, six innovative ideas were funded with $1.5 million, a significant increase from previous years.
Defenders from Security Forces Squadrons across the Pacific Air Force and service members from allied nations put their physical training, unit pride, and individual tenacity to the test in an endeavor to be hailed champion of the 7th Annual Advanced Combat Skills Assessment Competition.
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a routine Bomber Task Force mission over the South China Sea, May 31, 2024. BTF missions provide
Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, participated in the Australian Space Summit at the International Convention Center in Sydney, Australia, May 27-28.
Personnel from the Pacific Air Forces Safety Directorate co-hosted the annual Indo-Pacific Safety Air Forces Exchange alongside their counterparts from the Royal New Zealand Air Force in Auckland, New Zealand from May 20-24.
Red Flag-Alaska 24-2, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin May 30, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through June 14. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat
As monsoon season draws near Kunsan Air Base, the 8th Operations Support Squadron Weather Flight has begun preparing the Wolf Pack for the inclement weather ahead.The monsoon season occurs when there is a shift in winds, causing heavy rainfall and severe weather.
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, PACAF command chief, visited the 8th Fighter Wing, May 22.During the visit, the command team engaged with 8th FW leadership and Airmen across the unit, furthering their scope of the Wolf Pack’s daily
Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, PACAF command chief, visited multiple units and members at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 23, 2024.
Lt. Col. James Galyon, 51st Fighter Wing chaplain, center, provides an Osan Air Base Chapel orientation to Lori Schneider, second from right, and Chris McCool, left, Pacific Air Forces command team spouses, during a visit to the Republic of Korea, May 21, 2024. The chapel, newly opened in February,
B-1 Lancers assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of a routine Bomber Task Force deployment, 23 May.
Leadership from the 33rd Fighter Wing, Joint Program Office, and Lockheed Martin Corporation gathered here to celebrate the facility’s significant milestone as the 1,000th F-35 pilot to be outfitted received his flight helmet and survival gear May 22.
The Wolf Pack’s innovation team, Wolfwerx, recently facilitated the presentation of numerous groundbreaking ideas aimed at enhancing various work centers at Kunsan Air Base, May 20, 2024.Wolfwerx provides the opportunity for base personnel to present their forward-thinking ideas to the base
U.S. Air Force tactical air control party specialists assigned to Detachment 1, 3rd Air Support Operations Squadron, conduct a Tactical Combat Casualty Care - Tier 2 training exercise.
Approximately 200 Airmen from the 694th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group participated in an Ability to Survive and Operate rodeo at Osan Air Base, April 26, 2024.
Pacific Air Forces’ leaders and subject matter experts, alongside the Oregon National Guard State Partnership Team, hosted their counterparts from the Bangladesh Air Force at the PACAF headquarters on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii May 14 – 17, 2024 for an Airman-to-Airman Talk engagement.
Ally and partner nations gathered in New Zealand for the annual Indo-Pacific Command and Pacific Air Forces C-130 and Fighter Logistics and Safety Symposium, or LASS, May 13 through 17, 2024.
18th Wing and Japan Air Self-Defense Force conducted bilateral exercise Southern Beach at Naha Air Base and Kadena Air Base, May 13-17, 2024. Southern Beach is held annually in an effort to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and host nation partners.
The 35th Fighter Wing conducted the first ever trilateral Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) with munitions specialists from Pacific Air Forces, Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), May 6-9, 2024.
The 8th Fighter Wing Command Post serves as the nerve center of the base, overseeing flight schedules, responding to emergencies, and ensuring smooth and reliable communication.Command post ensures the base is well-informed and prepared, disseminating vital messages and activating emergency systems.
Air University welcomed Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Chief of Staff, during the 2024 International Honor Roll event, at Maxwell Air Force Base, April 17-20, 2024.
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into an F-16C aircraft mishap that occurred near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on May 6, 2023.오산공군기지, 대한민국 -- 태평양 공군은 2023년 5월 6일 대한민국 오산 공군기지 인근에서 발생한 F-16C 항공기 사고에 대한 조사 결과를 발표했슴.
As threats around the world continue to evolve, Airmen must be ready to face the challenges that follow. At Readiness Challenge civil engineers and services from around the world compete against each other in the ultimate challenge of readiness to prepare for the future fight.
Bilateral exercises such as Cope Thunder 24-1 underscore the importance of allied and partner nations coming together to enhance interoperability between participating forces. One key aspect of this collaboration is ensuring secure communications are established to reduce barriers to sharing
The 8th Fighter Wing welcomed four F-22 Raptors assigned to 19th and 199th Expeditionary Fighter Squadrons, Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam, Hawaii, May 13.
On May 8th and 9th U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 214, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing landed on a flightline at Andersen Air Force Base. The event occurred during a Trans-Pacific flight route to Royal Australian Air Force
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron respond to a simulated fire during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 13, 2024. 51st CES firefighters protect the 51st Fighter Wing mission by ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment and facilities.
Pacific Air Forces hosted members from the Royal Thai Air Force for the Mutual Cooperation Program, May 7 through 10.
The 51st Fighter Wing took charge as the lead wing in Red Flag-Alaska 24-1 hosted at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, from April 18 - May 3, 2024.
U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman met with Guardians as well as government and military officials during a visit to Osan Air Base and Seoul May 5-7, 2024.
Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman and his wife, Jennifer, paid a visit to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii to visit Guardians and meet with key players in the support and operation of space assets in the Indo-Pacific theater, May 3, 2024.
The readiness experts of the Wolf Pack are no strangers to exercises, and their battle rhythm continued during Beverly Pack 24-1, a readinessexercise designed to hone mission-ready capabilities, May 6-10.
The Pacific Air Force’s Pacific Integrated Air & Missile Defense Center, with support from the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and the Philippine Air Force facilitated an inaugural multilateral and joint service subject matter expert exchange in preparation for Balikatan 24 at Clark
Exercise scenarios for Agile Reaper 24-1 formally ended at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 16, 2024, after operating in the Pacific theater with four spokes connected to the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing, making it the largest, most combat-representative wing-led exercise of its time.
Personnel and aircraft assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing participated in the Korea Flying Training 2024 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 11-26, 2024.
The U.S.–Philippine Alliance, complemented by our various relationships and partnerships in the region, reinforces a regional structure that has been instrumental in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific for decades.
A 15th Maintenance Group member speaks to Royal Australian Air Force Corporal William Mason, No. 36th Squadron avionics technician, RAAF Corporal Mitch Heazlewood, No. 36th Squadron aircraft technician, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii, May 1, 2024. Royal Australian Air Force members had
Members assigned to the 374th Security Forces Squadron completed heavy weapons training at the Combined Arms Training Center, Camp Fuji, Japan, April 24. The heavy weapons training, or Fuji Firing, is a semi-annual event where defenders travel to CATC to complete mandatory qualification training on
As the Indo-Pacific faces numerous strategic security challenges posed by a competitor that possesses growing and ever-changing capabilities, the demand for swift, adaptable, and innovative technological solutions has become more pressing than ever.
Since 1982, the HH-60 “Golf” Pave Hawk has created a valiant legacy of combat search and rescue, disaster relief, casualty evacuation and medivac for the U.S. Air Force. From the hot and dry deserts of the middle east, to the stormy seas of the pacific, rescue operators have felt assurance in this
U.S. Navy and Italian Air Force service members prepare for familiarization flights during Red Flag-Alaska 24-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 19, 2024. Red Flag-Alaska is an opportunity to train with Allies and Partners to improve military readiness, tactical proficiency and
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force paratroopers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade and Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron conducted an airborne operation at the JGSDF Narashino Training Field, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, April 17.
Royal Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Air Force Reserve Command and U.S. Air National Guard warfighters recently graduated the U.S. Air Force’s premier operational-level command and control course designed to advance the operational-level planning expertise of experienced
Red Flag-Alaska is an exercise designed to allow U.S. and allied military forces to exchange and exercise tactics, techniques, and procedures so all members are capable and ready to face whatever challenges may arise. For this exercise to be possible and effective, it is vital for specially trained
Fifteen medical professionals from the island of Oahu visited Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to get eyes on the U.S. Air Force’s aeromedical evacuation system and its capabilities, April 10.
An inert GBU-12 Paveway II laser-guided munition fired from a U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper impacts a simulated target at Pilsung Range, Republic of Korea, April 19, 2024. The MQ-9 Reaper participated in Korea Flying Training 24, the largest ROK-U.S. combined flying training event held annually on
Without connection, there can be no mission, so the 8th Communications Squadron is providing seamless and adaptable communication infrastructure to power Korea Flying Training 2024. During KFT 24, multiple aircraft, ground units, and support personnel are executing complex training scenarios to
Approximately 225 Team Hickam personnel participated in Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1, which kicked off on 2 April, 2024 at a bare base site in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.Agile Reaper is an agile combat employment (ACE) driven exercise, designed to ensure the 11th Air Force can operate as a
The U.S. Air Force and Philippine Air Force brought to a close Cope Thunder-Philippines 2024 (CT PH 24-1), a bilateral fighter training operation, April 19, at Basa Air Base in Pampanga, Philippines.
On April 4, 2024, U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, U.S. Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi and U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Tinian and learned how the 356th Expeditionary Civil Engineering Group is implementing change to further agile combat
Gen. Stephen Whiting, Commander of the United States Space Command, visited the Republic of Korea April 21-22, 2024, as part of his first overseas visit, where he engaged with senior government and military leaders to further the U.S.-ROK discussions on space and missile defense capabilities in
The 36th Fighter Generation Squadron participates in Red Flag-Alaska 24-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 22, 2024. The 36th Fighter Generation Squadron from Osan Air Force Base Republic of Korea, is responsible for maintaining and supporting the F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th
Nearly 200 jumpers from U.S. Special Operations Command Korea and Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command participated in a large-scale parachute drop during Korea Flying Training 24 at Osan Air Base, ROK, April 18, 2024.
To sharpen the combined readiness of the ROK and U.S. forces, aircraft and personnel from across the Pacific area of responsibility participate in Korea Flying Training 2024 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 12-26. This annual, large-scale event equips troops with adequate training to
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea – A crucial aspect of any exercise for the 8th Fighter Wing is the reception of forces, and that was no different as the Wolf Pack hosts the largest air exercise in the Republic of Korea. The 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron deployment readiness cell played a vital
More than 20 distinguished visitors, including Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, gained insight and exposure to the activities of the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing at Andersen Air Force Base and forward operating stations known as spokes at Northwest Field, Andersen AFB, Guam, as well
Air Force weather officers from the U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea, and Germany gathered at the Tradewinds Conference Center to discuss key lines of effort across the Indo-Pacific at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 9 – 11.
Airmen from the 374th Communications Squadron completed a 40-hour climb certification training course at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 19.
The 673d Air Base Wing enhanced its ability to project forces in support of the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing’s exercise Agile Reaper 24-1 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, April 1 through 17.
Airmen from the United States and Republic of Singapore Air Forces gathered for the Pacific Air Forces-RSAF Dialogue (PRD) to discuss continued partnership, and identify opportunities for collaboration and integration, April 10-11.
A family walks around a community day event hosted by the 15th Wing and 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing at Saipan, Northern Marianas Islands, April 13, 2024. During the event participants explored three military aircraft and had the opportunity to talk to Airmen about their jobs and the capabilities of
Red Flag-Alaska 24-1, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin April 18 with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through May 3. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat environment.
Aircraft and personnel from units across the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, and the Republic of Korea Air Force arrived to participate in Korea Flying Training 2024 exercise, April 12, 2024.KFT 24 is part of the 7th Air Force’s annual training schedule designed to further strengthen
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, along with their spouses and PACAF team visited Andersen Air Force Base, Guam April 10, 2024. During their visit, the PACAF leadership learned and observed various
U.S. Seventh Air Force personnel and aircraft will train with the Republic of Korea Air Force in the annual Korea Flying Training (KFT) event hosted at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 12-26, 2024.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and President Joe Biden met with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan at the White House to discuss strengthening the U.S.-Japan relationship.
A dynamic team of Air Force personnel stationed in the Indo-Pacific region unveiled an innovative solution known as Rays to Jet Power at the Logistics Officer Association symposium in St. Louis, Missouri, March 27.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi visited Eielson Air Force Base April 6.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi visited Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, to observe Team Kadena’s unique capabilities and ongoing efforts to re-optimize for great power competition.
As Pacific Air Forces made history last November by using an Omega KDC-10 to refuel fighter aircraft in the Pacific for the first time, the command has now taken this milestone to new heights, reoptimizing to meet the strategic challenges in a time of great power comeptition.
A Bomber Task Force deployment of two U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses, Airmen and support equipment from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, concluded at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, April 3.
While in the Mariana Islands, the senior leaders met with elected officials, as well as Airmen who are expanding Agile Combat Employment capabilities in the area.
U.S. Air Force F-22A Raptors, operated by the 199th and 19th Fighter Squadrons, arrive at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2024. While deployed to the Keystone of the Pacific, 19th and 199th FS Raptors will work in conjunction with additional heavy, reconnaissance, and fourth generation fighters,
Two weeks of flying, mission planning, community events and relationship building have concluded, marking the close of Cope Tiger 2024.
Anthony Cruz Munoz, chief of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility program for the Pacific Air Forces, visited Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, to conduct briefings across the installation March 25 to 28.
Team Hickam led a bi-lateral strategic airdrop on March 5, 2024, dropping over 250 Thai and American paratroopers over Lop Buri, Thailand during Exercise Cobra Gold 24.“Cobra Gold demonstrates the joint force ability to deliver aid or deterrence anywhere in the world in less than 24 hours via the
The newly activated 356th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Group (ECEG) based at Andersen AFB, Guam, deployed its first ever spoke out of the 356th Expeditionary Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (Prime BEEF) Squadron (EPBS) to Lop Buri, Thailand.
The senior leaders are travelling across the Indo-Pacific region to witness firsthand the progress the service has achieved in establishing Agile Combat Employment, an operational scheme of maneuver to increase survivability and available combat power.
In her first interview since assuming the role of Pacific Air Forces Command Chief, Kathleen McCool reflects on the significance of her historic selection and discusses her priorities while emphasizing the importance of diversity in senior military positions.
Airmen from the 8th Maintenance Group further diversified their knowledge and skill set of security and threat response during a week-long exercise, Beverly Sentinel 24-1, Mar. 25-29.
For the third time following the historic trilateral summit at Camp David in fall 2023, fighter aircraft from the U.S., Japan, and the Republic of Korea conducted the third trilateral aerial escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, April 2, 2024.
The 35th Fighter Squadron wrapped its participation in the 30th Anniversary of Cope Tiger at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, March 18-29, 2024.
As the forefront defenders of Osan AB, elite guards of the 51st Security Forces Squadron stand as the initial barrier to threats, tasked with safeguarding the installation's security and controlling access.
Team Hickam personnel stand for a group photo during Women’s History Month on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii, March 15, 2024. Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions and achievements women have made over the course of history. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Mark Sulaica)
A Joint Service Hot Refueling Operation between the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy on Mar. 20, 2024, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The goals were to increase the cooperation between the services, reduce ground time and to increase the reliability of the U.S. Navy E-2D Hawkeye.
The 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron led the 8th Fighter Wing in conducting general arming procedures during Beverly Sentinel 24-1, Mar. 25-29.Airmen of the 8th LRS were among the first to spring into action, ensuring hundreds of M9 pistols and M4 carbine rifles were in good working order and
In an important display of knowledge, coordination and dedication, an all-female team of neonatal intensive care unit and aeromedical evacuation Airmen successfully executed a double transport of Critical infants.
Members of the 730th Air Mobility Squadron and 374th Civil Engineering Squadron engaged in proficiency training on a C-5M Super Galaxy ground trainer at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 19. The Air Mobility Command annually donates a C-5M Super Galaxy to the 730th AMS to help Yokota personnel
Cope Thunder - Philippines 24-1, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin on April 8 with primary flight operations over the newly renovated runway at Basa Air Base, Philippines, and run through April 19. CT-PH24-1 aims to facilitate bilateral fighter training with the
Two Airmen assigned to the 8th Communications Squadron fulfilled a no-notice tasking to support and improve Cope Tiger 2024 cyber operations, March 9.Personnel from various squadrons across the 8th Fighter Wing deployed to support the latest iteration of the tri-lateral exercise between the U.S. Air
Pacific Air Forces hosted an Agile Combat Employment conference in the Pacific Air Forces Watch Center at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, March 12 – 14 to focus on the PACAF ACE Concept of Employment and current, ongoing and future strategies for training.
The 354th Fighter Wing conducted exercise Arctic Gold 24-2 to practice the wing’s ability to rapidly generate support to deploy fifth generation airpower, March 18-21, 2024.The objectives of AG 24-2 were to generate and employ 24 F-35A Lightning II aircraft, cargo, and all tasked personnel. The
Two B-52 Stratofortress bombers assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, landed at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Mar. 22.
U.S. Air Force service members visited students at Ban Krok Duan Ha School, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand for a community relations event, March 21.
Pacific Air Forces Airmen participated in Exercise VIPER WALK, at Greenbank Training Area near Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley, Australia, Mar. 4 – 16.
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing conducted joint and bilateral agile combat employment, or ACE, training using a public highway as an emergency landing strip in Namji, Republic of Korea, March 13, 2024.
Airmen from the 354th Fighter Wing participated in an MRA ART-Core course at Eielson AFB, Alaska. The Airmen that completed the training achieved the Agile Combat Employment line of effort 3: Mission Ready Airmen.
Korat Royal Air Force Base, Thailand — Cope Tiger 2024 exercise directors hosted a media day event after completing a trilateral flight in Thailand airspace, March 19.
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing participated in Ninja Mustang, a training event continuing the Ninja Draggin series that implemented Agile combat employment (ACE) for the 51st FW after relocating to other bases within the Indo-Pacific region, taking place from March 5-7, 2024, at
Members of the Osan Honor Guard present the colors during the retirement ceremony of Maj. Gen. Daniel Heires, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Air Component Command, United Nations Command; Commander, Air Component Command, Combined Forces Command; and Commander, 7th Air Force, right, at
The 35th Fighter Squadron, assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, is set to participate in Exercise Cope Tiger 2024, March 18-29 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand.
Members of the Estonian Defense Forces visited the 3rd Munitions Squadron and members of the 673rd Air Base Wing Civil Engineering Squadron to complete site surveys and discuss munitions storage designs in similar home climates at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, March 10 through 15, 2024.
The 18th Medical Group tested Project Lavoy, a new program enabling Airmen to perform whole blood collections and transfusions anywhere at any time.
Women's History Month started in 1987, when Congress expanded national Women's History Week. It honors the stalwart women throughout history who have broken through barriers. These individuals paved the way, allowing the next generations to serve with more significant numbers in combat roles and
A U.S. Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron conducts helicopter air-to-air refueling with a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152, during a joint search and rescue training mission over the Pacific Ocean,
NASA is currently accepting applications for its Astronaut Selection Program. Airmen and Guardians interested in applying for NASA Astronaut must provide a career field notification NLT 2 Apr 24 and submit a NASA application as outlined in PSDM 24-21.
U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific is taking a giant leap forward in multi-domain integration, leading U.S. space participation in Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 in Thailand, Feb. 27 – Mar. 8.
As dawn approached on the brisk morning of March 7, relentless winds echoed over the flightline of Yokota Air Base, Japan. The stage was set for Airborne 24, as nearly half of the 374th Airlift Wing’s C-130J Super Hercules fleet, U.S. Army jumpmasters and approximately 300 Japan Ground Self-Defense
The 80th Fighter and Fighter Generation Squadron personnel and F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft concluded participation in Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 2024 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, on March 8, 2024. The 43rd iteration of the exercise brought together service members from seven
Units from the United States, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force will participate in the 30th iteration of Exercise Cope Tiger March 18-29. Cope Tiger is an annual trilateral aerial exercise meant to enhance readiness and further develop interoperability.
During the first week of March, the 35th Fighter Wing conducted the first bilateral Multi-Capable Airman (MCA) training with Airmen from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), providing an opportunity for Airmen from both nations to work closely as they learn useful mission critical skills.
Amidst the deafening roars of C-130J Super Hercules engines from the Yokota flightline, the 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron stands as the faithful backbone of aircraft operability, ensuring mission readiness from the ground up for exercise Airborne 24.
Pilots from the U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force take to the sky, upholding a tradition of training together for over two decades during Buddy Squadron 24-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 2-6, 2024.
The 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron recently expanded their mission capabilities by hosting a training event to integrate the use of a KC-46 Pegasus aircraft.
The 36th Contingency Response Group (CRG) embarked on a 6-month training plan to leverage the 52 different AFSCs and create synergy and interoperability amongst personnel and the teams. Each of the 5 squadrons developed training plans to teach Multi-Capable Airmen (MCA) skillsets to their battle
Airmen from the 505th Command and Control Wing at Hurlburt Field, Nellis Air Force Base, and Kirtland AFB executed the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center's first-ever C2-driven, live-fly and simultaneous live, virtual, and constructive exercise Bamboo Eagle for more than 3,000 U.S. service members and
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, visits Camp Madbull at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Alaska, Feb. 28, 2024. Schneider visited with Airmen across the installation to discuss the quality of life on station to learn more about the unique challenges Airmen and
The ROK and U.S. are conducting Freedom Shield 2024, an 11-day exercise set to reflect the Korea Theater of Operations – a combined, joint, multi-domain, and interagency operating environment. The exercise began March 4 and continues through March 14, 2024.
U.S. Air Force F-35 fighters assigned to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska landed in Brunei on March 1 for the first time.
U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning IIs participated in bilateral training with Republic of Singapore Air Force at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, for the first time March 4 – 7.
Nearly 80 U.S. Air Force service members and two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the 36th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron (EAS) integrated with Bangladesh for the bilateral tactical airlift exercise, Cope South 2024 (CS24) at Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) Bangabandhu Cantonment, Dhaka and Operating
U.S Air Force 8th Fighter Wing aircraft and personnel participated in a maritime strike exercise scenario as a part of Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 29.Two F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron integrated with U.S.
U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 4th Fighter Generation Squadron, 1st Special Operations Squadron and 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron conducted a forward area refueling point demonstration on F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Fighter Squadron, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base,
U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. William E. Souza III, Commander, U.S. Marine Forces Korea, right, greets Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, during a visit to Osan Air Base, Feb. 25, 2024. Secretary Del Toro traveled to the Indo-Pacific to meet with allies and partners to further maritime
Cope North 24 brought together six nations, 2,400 service members, and a team of four engineers as part of the first-ever, deployed Scientist and Engineer Demand Force Team, (SEDFT) specializing in rapid prototyping to innovate critical problems in an operational, field environment.
The U.S. Department of Defense participated in the Singapore Airshow 2024 (SA2024) with an aerial demonstration by the B-52H Stratofortress and static displays at the Changi Exhibition Center, Republic of Singapore, Feb. 20-25.
The 8th Fighter Wing’s 80th Fighter Squadron and its fleet of F-16 Fighting Falcons, departed Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 22 to participate in Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 in the Kingdom of Thailand.Cobra Gold is the largest joint exercise in mainland Asia and a concrete example of the
With solemn hearts, teary eyes, and unwavering spirits, Airmen across Yokota Air Base stood in formation for a retreat ceremony to honor the fallen aircrew of Gundam 22, Feb. 15. On November 29, 2023, eight brave souls in Air Force Special Operations Command lost their lives in an aircraft mishap
Chaplain Maj. Gen. Randall Kitchens, U.S. Air Force chief of chaplains, and Chief Master Sgt. Sadie Chambers, Religious Affairs senior enlisted adviser, met with members of the 374th Airlift Wing during a visit to Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23.
Pilots from the 36th and 25th Fighter Squadrons, along with the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, participate in Thirsty Fiend, a routine training event, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 22, 2024. Routine flying integration events boost development of
Pacific Air Forces hosted leaders from the Philippines Air Force for a bilateral discussion and subject matter expert exchange on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Feb. 13-15, 2024.
The U.S. Department of Defense will participate in the Singapore Airshow 2024 with aerial demonstrations and static displays at Changi Exhibition Center, Republic of Singapore, Feb. 20-25.
In a time of increasing conflict and threats to the balance of a rules based international order, the Department of the Air Force is transforming to effectively deter aggression in this era of Great Power Competition. Agile Combat Employment, the main objective of Cope North 24, is key to developing
Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing, Yokota Air Base, Japan, and the Bangladesh Air Force will participate in exercise Cope South 24, Feb. 19-28 at BAF Kurmitola Cantonment, Dhaka, and Operating Location-Alpha, Sylhet, Bangladesh, for a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored, bilateral tactical airlift
The Commander of U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific, Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, participated in an international senior-leader panel during the Air and Space Forces Association’s Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, Feb. 13.
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, who took command of Pacific Air Forces Feb. 9, shared his thoughts during a senior-leader panel at the Air and Space Force Association Warfighter Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, Feb. 13.
As February unfolds, hearts and minds turn to Black History Month, a time of reflection, remembrance, and celebration of the remarkable contributions of African Americans throughout history. Among the many luminaries whose legacies shine brightly is the indomitable General Daniel "Chappie" James
Recently, members from the 35th Fighter Wing’s 14th Fighter Squadron and 14th Fighter Generation Squadron headed out to support the trilateral joint exercise, Cope North 24, alongside U.S. Sailors, Marines, and troops from Australia, Canada, France, South Korea and Japan.
Born in Japan, where she lived until she was 21, Senior Amn. Yayoi Brown is using her skills as a fluent Japanese speaker to break down communication barriers during Cope North 24.
As Cope North 24 continues, multinational participants are operating out of dispersed locations in the Indo-Pacific to improve capability and capacity for agile combat employment operations. Despite the geographic separation, Allies and partners are collaborating and integrating to create and
Pacific Air Forces’ enlisted force honored Gen. Ken Wilsbach, PACAF commander, with an induction into the Order of the Sword on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Feb. 8.
Gen. Kevin B. Schneider took the reins as the new Pacific Air Forces commander during a change of command ceremony here, Feb. 9, 2024.
Members assigned to Osan Air Base conclude Beverly Midnight 24-1, a combined tactical and operational training event hosted jointly by the 51st and 8th Fighter Wing, at Osan AB, Republic of Korea, from Jan. 28 - Feb 2, 2024.
ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam – As you and your team arrive, you see it; a sea of various uniforms moving as waves across the facility. You make your way to your equipment, hearing all the different languages that fill the space, all to support the same event, all to move together as waves in
U.S. Air Force, Marines and Navy, Royal Australian Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, French Air and Space Force, and Republic of Korea Air Force aircraft participated in an Elephant Walk for Cope North 2024, Feb. 5, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Medical Group participate in a mass casualty training event during Beverly Midnight 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 1, 2024. The 51st MDG medics prepare daily for any contingencies if and when they occur, with the foremost priority being
18th Wing Airmen from various squadrons conducted an Agile Combat Employment F-15C Eagle refueling exercise on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2024. The exercise simulated a refueling operation from a hub and spoke location in an ACE environment. ACE creates multi-capable Airmen and service members
For 48 years, the second month of every year has been allocated to recognize, honor, and celebrate Black History and the contributions African Americans have made to the intricate fabric of the United States of America.Originally only a week long, President Gerald R. Ford extended the observance to
Members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force work on F15J Eagles during Cope North 24 on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Jan. 29, 2024. Cope North enhances U.S. relationships and interoperability with our regional Allies and partners by providing the opportunity to exchange
The U.S. Air Force Warfare Center is hosting the first iteration of Bamboo Eagle, with flight operations occurring in a designated airspace off the coast of Southern California through Feb. 2. Bamboo Eagle 24-1 is a first-of-its-kind U.S. Air Force Warfare Center-directed exercise composed of
B-52 Stratofortress bombers assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, landed at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam at the end of January as part of a Bomber Task Force to support strategic deterrence missions aimed at reinforcing the rules-based international order in the
Two B-1B Lancers assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Jan. 18-24, as part of the United States Air Force's regular training and engagements with key partners in the region.
The 805th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis, executed their annual Capstone event by experimenting with and developing tactics, techniques, and procedures for integrated two-way kill-chain automation between the operational and tactical command and control
Defenders from the 51st Security Forces Squadron practice detainee procedures in a simulated security breach during Beverly Midnight 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 30, 2024. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with
The first-ever iteration of Bamboo Eagle, a U.S. Air Force Warfare Center-led exercise, kicked off in earnest at Nellis Air Force Base and various locations across the southwestern United States and parts of the Pacific, Jan. 26, 2024.The exercise is the first of its kind from the U.S. Air Force
The 8th Communications Squadron and 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron exercised general arming procedures during Beverly Midnight 24-1, Jan. 29-30.Airmen were issued M9 pistols and M4 carbines to test the squadrons’ ability to safeguard assets and ensure infrastructure security while executing their
The HH-60W Jolly Green IIs from the 55th Rescue Generation Squadron, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, arrived at their new duty station, Kadena Air Base, Japan, January 26, 2024. The HH-60W is the successor to the HH-60G “Pave Hawk” and built on the established framework of the UH-60M “Black Hawk”
As the Army continuously transforms to maintain an asymmetric advantage against near peer threats, innovative minds are gathering in the Pacific to develop materiel solutions. At the forefront of this advantage, and land power in the Pacific, are the Soldiers of the 25th Infantry Division.
The 354th Fighter Wing conducted exercise Arctic Gold 24-1 to practice the wing’s ability to deploy fifth generation airpower at a moment’s notice, Jan. 22-24, 2024.The main objectives of the exercise were to generate and employ 24 F-35 Lightning II’s, cargo, and all tasked personnel. The exercise
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) and crew arrived at McMurdo Station in Antarctica, Jan. 16, following the cutter’s departure from its Seattle homeport Nov. 15.
If an EOD technician performs at a level less than perfect, it can result in dire consequences. The importance of training cannot be stressed enough due to the unforgiving nature of the field. 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) EOD flight members recently hosted the HABU Exercise with EOD
The U.S. Air Force Chaplain Corps marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 75th anniversary during its annual summit held in Arlington Aug. 6 - 8.
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.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall has begun traveling through the U.S. European Command area of responsibility beginning Aug. 19, 2024, to strengthen international partnerships.
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.
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, CSAF Gen. David Allvin’s campaign focuses on risk management, exercise Bamboo Eagle showcases reoptimization, and a new table-top game teaches Airmen the basics of warfare.
VCSAF Gen. Jim Slife visited Goodfellow AFB to see how technical training has transformed and evolved and to learn more about how Goodfellow’s mission supports the Great Power Competition initiative.
The U.S. Air Force is replacing the 54-year-old LGM-30G Minuteman III ICBM weapon system with the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM. Upgrading to Sentinel ICBMs ensures the land-based leg of America's Nuclear Triad remains safe, secure & effective.
Senior leaders gathered at the AFSA Summit to strategize, enhance innovation, and advance development for the Department of the Air Force.
The 9th Reconnaissance Wing participated in exercise Agile Flag 24-3 throughout Southern California from July 31 to Aug. 11. This year’s iteration included the Command and Control force elements from the 23rd wing, and the 9th RW.
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
The recent conclusion of Bamboo Eagle 24-3, a USAFWC-led joint exercise, marked a significant milestone in the Air Force's reoptimization for Great Power Competition.
The Department of the Air Force has worked to reoptimize for Great Power Competition following the announcement of 24 key decisions for the DAF to prevail in the challenging security environment of today.
Nellis-based Aggressor units and the 57th Operations Group intelligence flight comprised the Red Force ensemble for Bamboo Eagle 24-3 from Aug. 2-9.
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.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Cannon Air Force Base Aug. 7.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, SecAF Frank Kendall highlights modernization and innovation, USecAF Melissa Dalton addresses global challenges, and new rules are in effect for people returning from overseas to the U.S. with dogs.
The senior leaders witnessed the Kirtland AFB mission firsthand and met the team members who maintain global deterrence.
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.
The AFRL Munitions Directorate at Eglin AFB operates an ongoing Maritime Weapon Program in partnership with the U.S. Navy to develop anti-ship lethality with air-launched weapons.
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.
The 13th CABS is the first of its kind in the Air Force and will set the stage for the future of the Air Force’s Force Generation deployment model in an effort for the service to adapt and innovate in response to growing global challenges.
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.
Fighter aircraft from U.S. Seventh Air Force and Japan Air Self Defense Force participated in aerial training with U.S. bombers in airspace between Japan and Korea Aug. 2.
U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army personnel sourced from 15 locations around the globe arrived in Paraguay in support of Phase II of AMISTAD24, in the first ever active-duty-led U.S. military medical assistance mission in the country.
Pitch Black, held July 12 to Aug. 2 primarily at Royal Australian Air Force Bases Tindal and Darwin in northern Australia, focused on the tactical execution of advanced air combat capabilities with multinational partners.
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.
Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind assumed the role of U.S. Air Force Academy superintendent during an assumption of command ceremony Aug. 2.
Bamboo Eagle improves and refines Air Force readiness through complex, large-scale military operations that demonstrate the ability to operate in a contested, dynamic environment against high end threats on short notice.
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.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, two C-130 from the Guard and Reserve are fighting wildfires in California, Kadena AB enhances search and rescue ops, and new enlisted Foundations curriculum released.
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.
The Senate Armed Services Committee confirmed DeGoes by voice vote.
The goal of the training was to ensure interoperability with coalition special operations forces partners in realistic training environments.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited the South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing July 31, as part of a senior leader visit.
The aircraft, assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron, 353rd Special Operations Wing at Yokota Air Base, Japan, was participating in a joint inter-operability exercise when the mishap occurred.
The campaign will consist of a major command-led stand-up day dedicated to risk management training and discussion.
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.
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.
CMSAF David Flosi received an inside look into the life of nearly 13,000 Airmen and Guardians deployed under the Ninth Air Force during his first trip as the CMSAF to the USCENTCOM AOR, July 22-26.
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.
Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton spoke at the Brookings Institution reasserting the Air Force and Space Force’s priorities to meet global challenges.
The inclusion of Marines underscores the innovation needs and capabilities of service members across the Department of Defense.
The continuum focuses on enhancing the professional military education and development of total force enlisted Airmen and fill the gaps between legacy PME schools.
The MCCYN fee assistance program, which is available to DAF active-duty and certain reserve members, is now including federal civilian families.
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.
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.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, leaders speak at the Global Air and Space Chiefs’ Conference in London about collective agility and integrated defense. They also sign a shared vision agreement with the Royal Air Force on 21st century cooperation.
The launch of an artificial intelligence-powered platform for uncovering and matching talent across the joint force is an important step moving DoD ahead.
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.
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.
AFRL and AFWERX held a Collider event at exploring commercial solutions for software-enabled weapons during a two-day conference in Alabama.
Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2024.
Air Mobility Command commander, U.S. Air Force deputy chief of staff for plans and programs, and U.S. Transportation Command director of strategic plans, policy and logistics, testified in front of the House Armed Services subcommittee on seapower and projection forces, July 23.
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.
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.
Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Mihail Kogalniceanu Airbase, Romania, for Bomber Task Force 24-4, Sunday.
The United States Air Force's T-1A Jayhawk made its final flight with the 99th Flying Training Squadron July 15, soaring from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in Texas to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona.
The U.S. Air Force brought 16 aircraft to the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, July 19-21.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, training for Airmen leans toward a mission over function mindset, an electric cargo plane makes a successful test flight, and U.S. Airmen join international troops for two large-scale exercises.
Over 500 personnel from the U.S., German, French, Spanish and Canadian air forces as well as the U.S. Marine Corps participated in Arctic Defender 24 at Eielson Air Force Base, July 8-18.
The partnership between AFGSC and local small businesses have secured contracts totaling $240 million of outside AFGSC funding for 70 modernization technologies from U.S. small businesses, with an additional $74.3 million in pending contracts.
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin emphasized the importance of “Collective Agility” during a keynote address in the air and space defense industry at the Global Air and Space Chiefs’ Conference in London, July 18.
Leaders of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force and the Royal Air Force have renewed their Services’ commitment to bolstering air and space integration at the operational and tactical levels.
U.S. Northern Command deployed two C-130 aircraft equipped with MAFFS conducted wildland firefighting operations over multiple fires in California alongside other units.
A team of Air Force Civil Engineer Center geospatial experts are using emergent technologies to push geospatial services to new heights and give commanders a powerful tool for today’s Great Power Competition.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
Airmen from the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing completed the installation of a new Barrier Arresting Kit-12 allowing U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa F-16 Fighting Falcons to land at Malacky Air Base, July 10.
The event focused on reoptimization for Great Power Competition and the importance of care of mission, self and others.
Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi, and several other senior leaders visited F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, July 1-2.
During a change of command ceremony, July 10, Brig. Gen. Jason E. Bartolomei took command of Air Force Research Laboratory.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, a KC-46A Pegasus aircraft circumnavigates the globe nonstop, Warrant Officer training school is open, and an autonomous aircraft has a test flight.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, July 8-9.
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.
Arctic Defender is a German air force-led field training exercise in which fighter pilots from multiple nations practice air war operations in Alaska, following NATO standards.
Air Education and Training Command is designing education and training for the future force with a “mission over function” mindset, where the primary focus is on developing Airmen to emphasize their shared military purpose and mission objectives over individual functional roles.
CSAF, his spouse, Gina Allvin, and CMSAF visited Laughlin Air Force Base focusing on topics including border security, training, the arrival of the T-7A Redhawk and quality of life at Laughlin AFB.
On Jan. 18, 2024, the Air Force notified Congress that the Sentinel program exceeded its baseline cost projections, resulting in a critical breach under the Nunn-McCurdy statute.
In this week's look around the Air Force, air mobility doctrine gets an update reflecting the evolving strategic environment, special duty pay tables release for next fiscal year, and distance learning for Airman Leadership School gets an upgrade.
The 52nd Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog Section hosted U.S., German and Luxembourgish military units and law enforcement organizations for advanced interoperability training June 26.
Argentinian air force Chief of Staff Gen. Fernando Luis Mengo hosted the event, which was attended by U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John F. Bentivegna and Lt. Gen. DeAnna Burt, deputy chief of Space Operations for Operations, Cyber and Nuclear, delivered remarks at the Joint Women's Leadership Symposium in Arlington, Virginia, June 26 and 27.
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.
The 53rd WRS, a component of the Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing at Keesler AFB, has been flying data-gathering missions into Hurricane Beryl, the first major hurricane of the season.
Lt. Gen. Michael Conley assumed command of AFSOC from Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind during a change of command ceremony at Hurlburt Field.
A formation of five C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force executed a mass airdrop resupply mission as part of a training to strengthen tactical airlift capabilities in the Korean Peninsula on June 25.
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.
Team Air Force from the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program participated in the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games, which kicked off June 22 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida.
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.
In this week's look around the Air Force, Junior ROTC members fly with the flight academy program, Air Force Reserve chief testifies on Capitol Hill on 2025 budget, and the Air Force aligns medical services with readiness priorities.
The exercise tested the wing’s readiness to deploy as an expeditionary air base to an unfamiliar location and operate with minimal leadership oversight.
Approximately 550 Travis Air Force Base members participated in Exercise Ultimate Caduceus 2024 at Travis Air Force Base, June 10-21.
The Air Force Materiel Command released an updated Energy Assurance Campaign Plan, providing a foundation for collaboration, cooperation and innovation in all energy-related fields across the organization.
The Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education and Air Mobility Command collaborated on significant revisions to the recently released Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-36, Air Mobility Operations, reflecting the service’s renewed commitment to maneuverability and lethality.
The Presidential Federal Sustainability Awards recognize federal agencies and employees who have made transformational efforts to advance sustainability and climate resilience.
The Special Duty Assignment Pay board, which has transitioned to meeting every four years, focused on identifying personnel in extremely demanding positions with unusually challenging responsibilities.
Gen. Jim Slife spoke about the enduring U.S. Air Force - Royal Australian Air Force relationship at the annual Air Senior National Representatives Forum, a bilateral USAF - RAAF engagement.
The MCA training program at Holloman AFB has helped train and prepare Airmen for various tasks that contribute to the mission.
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.
President Joe Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a national holiday June 17, 2021
The 302nd Airlift Wing participated in a 10-day exercise stressing command and control capabilities in a scenario simulating a large-scale conflict from June 3-13th, at Peterson Space Force Base and Fort Carson, Colorado.
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.
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.
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.
In this week's look around the Air Force, a new drone program scans aircraft to streamline maintenance operations, two test launches of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile, and DAF civilians can voice their opinions by taking the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey.
AFMC is expanding its Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project, with a target date for converting all eligible General Schedule employees by June 2025.
The PAD authorizes the formation of the Air Force Medical Command as a direct reporting unit aligned with the Secretary of the Air Force’s readiness priorities and support capabilities lines of effort.
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.
The exercise consisted of 37 aircraft from nine NATO countries, including both pilots and maintainers.
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.
During the exercise, aviators engaged in a friendly match of basic fighter maneuvers to test their rapid decision-making and precise reactions to adversary maneuvers in a high-pressure, demanding setting – an essential skill for fighter pilots.
Kendall met with senior leaders of the 101st ARW along with community leaders from the greater Bangor area.
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.
The commemorative event took place at a memorial garden in Picauville, France, that marks the location where 20 U.S. service members assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron died when their C-47 Skytrain crashed during air operations supporting the Normandy landings.
The Honorable Kristyn Jones, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, traveled to Australia May 25 to June 4.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, reservists in space-related specialties can apply for full-time Space Force duty, small businesses help reoptimize for GPC, and the Smart Start breakfast program gets a test run at Air Force Inns.
Peruvian and Brazilian armed forces participated in a joint Tactical Combat Casualty Care course led by the U.S. Air Force as part of exercise Resolute Sentinel 2024 at Las Palmas Air Base in Lima, June 4.
Harris highlighted ever-present conflict around the world, the U.S. military’s role in the global domain since first earning air superiority ahead of D-Day and the importance of the graduating cadets, their new role as leaders and in continuing this legacy of air and space supremacy.
A joint team of AFGSC Airmen supported by Space Force Guardians launched an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM equipped with one re-entry vehicle June 4, from Vandenberg SFB, California.
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.
A four-year initiative to modernize the day-to-day equipment of active-duty Air Force security forces defenders reached its fifth and final phase recently with the award of a $39 million contract for state-of-the-art defender gear.
In this week's look around the Air Force, Melissa Dalton is confirmed by the Senate to be the new USECAF, the FY24 SRB list is out, and the B-21 Raider is on track to become the backbone of the bomber fleet. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Milton Hamilton)
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).
During the visit, total force Airmen briefed Flosi and explained how the joint base is preparing Airmen for Great Power Competition, from mission generation to mission completion.
AFMC is collaborating with small businesses nationwide, informing them of the Air Force's strategic reoptimization efforts.
The 79th Fighter and Fighter Generation Squadron ‘Tigers’ took part in Checkered Flag 24-2 and the Weapons System Evaluation Program at Tyndall Air Force Base from May 9-22.
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.
In this week's look around the Air Force, a policy update provides better financial security during school and training moves, Air Task Forces test new ways to generate deployable Units of Action under the AFFORGEN model, and senior leaders meet to discuss the state of the force and explore
The United States Senate confirmed Melissa G. Dalton to be Under Secretary of the Air Force May 23, clearing the way for her to become the Department’s second highest-ranking civilian leader.
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.
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.
The SRB program serves as a retention tool, targeting experienced enlisted personnel in critical career fields, particularly those with lower manning or retention rates.
Following its formal unveiling, Dec. 2, 2022, the B-21 Raider began flight testing here where it continues to make progress toward becoming the backbone of the U.S. Air Force bomber fleet.
The exercise emphasized USAFE-AFAFRICA’s commitment to agile combat employment strategies, integrating advanced sensor technology and refining multinational tactical operations designed to enhance movement, maneuverability and security across NATO territories.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi and the Honorable Alex Wagner, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, toured both Nellis and Creech Air Forces Bases.
The 350th SWW welcomed the ACC leadership team and their spouses to Eglin AFB, recently, where they saw firsthand the wing’s role in providing joint and coalition partners with electromagnetic warfare capabilities needed to dominate the spectrum.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, the SecAF experiences autonomous flight in a VISTA, researchers create and deploy sUAS in a few hours, and JROTC instructor positions are open to veterans and Guard and Reserve Airmen.
Members of the Chaplain Corps visited Chaplains Hill to lay flowers at the graves of former Air Force chaplains.
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.
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.
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.
The exercise aimed to test and improve the readiness and interoperability between the two countries by establishing camaraderie and providing a platform to exchange techniques, tactics and procedures.
AQIC is a five-and-one-half month course operating under a strategic partnership with the U.S. Air Force Weapons School to develop operationally informed acquisition professionals as skilled tacticians, leaders and unit instructors.
A KC-46A Pegasus from the 931st Air Refueling Wing, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, delivered 12 pallets of cargo for the Denton Program at Soto Cano Air Base, May 8.
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.
DAF senior leaders emphasized the importance of the all-volunteer force and helping the military meet national defense needs during RAND Corporation’s America’s All-Volunteer Force symposium in Arlington, Virginia, May 3.
As part of his visit, Allvin met with Hanscom AFB program executive officers for an overview briefing highlighting their successes, challenges and how they are adapting to support GPC.
The Department of the Air Force announced the recipients of the 2023 Gen. Larry O. Spencer Innovation Award during a ceremony at the Pentagon, May 8.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, CSAF discusses the Air Force’s approach to reoptimizing for GPC, a policy change makes it easier for Airmen to return to duty after seeking mental health services, and a C-130J completes its first max endurance operation with external fuel tanks.
The 920th Rescue Wing successfully conducted a civilian medical airlift operation of a critical patient aboard a cruise ship.
The I-WEPTAC 2024.1 Mission Area Working Groups briefed ideas for integrating combat support and combat service support capabilities to reshape, refocus and reoptimize the Department of the Air Force.
These awards recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Airmen, Guardians, and civilians contributing to nuclear deterrence operations and the missile operations career field.
The symposium focused primarily on the potential benefits of AI and how it will shape the information advantage in future conflicts.
To meet the Air Force’s growing demand for electromagnetic spectrum effects, the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing recently reactivated two squadrons at Eglin Air Force Base.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Second Air Force, the 81st Training Wing and the 403rd Wing at Keesler, May 3.
The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Innovation and Improvement Division is transforming the way Airmen do business by integrating cutting-edge data-prep and data-visualization tools across the Department of the Air Force.
CSAF Allvin and CMSAF Flosi attended the annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial at the Kauffman EOD Training Complex on Eglin Air Force Base.
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall flew in the front seat of the X-62A VISTA, May 2, to experience firsthand the unique aircraft, which incorporates machine learning and highly specialized software.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, Airmen can now submit applications to become warrant officers, two industry partners are awarded contracts under the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, and the Five and Thrive initiatives expand.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin discusses the need to solidify the Air Force’s currently splintered approach and unify the fragmented nature of planning and operations.
Three-person team took on task of evaluating how to rapidly adapt small UASs, their technology and payloads based on the need and environment.
The Air Force’s mental health waiver policy in both the Air Force’s Medical Standards Directory and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Guide has been updated to allow for Airmen to receive 60 days of treatment for mental health concerns before a return to duty waiver to fly is required.
CSAF and CMSAF visit Columbus Air Force Base to engage with Airmen and give their vision for the future of the force.
Wing Leader Conference is an annual event bringing together leaders assigned to each of the 90 wings across 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia to collaborate ideas and provide input on critical matters affecting the future of the ANG amidst an era of Great Power Competition.
The 317th Airlift Wing achieved a significant milestone on April 20, 2024, by becoming the first unit in Air Mobility Command's history to complete a C-130J Super Hercules Max Endurance Operation equipped with external fuel tanks.
Joint Base Charleston welcomed Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, his wife Mrs. Gina Allvin, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi April 26.
The “K-Wedge” device was developed to prevent cargo pallet damage during airlift missions. Its success showcases the effectiveness of partnerships in fostering innovative solutions for Air Fore operations.
Test pilots flew the twin-seat Electro with an instructor for approximately 45 minutes each consisting of pattern work, area maneuvering, and stalls.
While visiting, Allvin and Flosi voiced a deep appreciation for the hard work and resilience of the Airmen, families and local civic leaders of Team Tyndall, who have truly embraced the “Installation of the Future” performance expectations.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, CSAF pens a letter to Airmen detailing how the service is following through on planned efforts, service-wide lodging updates are under way, and the USSF unveils a new Commercial Space Strategy. (Hosted by Senior Airman Saomy Sabournin)
The Air Force is now accepting applications for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields.
The goal of the program is to incentivize current employees who recruit individuals that are subsequently appointed to eligible positions.
The CCA program is part of the Next Generation Air Dominance Family of Systems, which is a DAF effort to equip the force with crewed and uncrewed platforms that can meet the pacing challenge.
A Project Arc team integrated with 435th AGOW units and conducted a broad range of technological support and advancements to improve mission accomplishment and solve problems encountered by warfighters in the field.
The FY23 Department of the Air Force Safety Awards Program provides organizations, teams and individuals the opportunity to be recognized for their hard work, enhanced performance, accomplishments and feats in safety.
The Pentagon's Hall of Heroes echoed with applause April 8, as four Airmen received the Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award.
Department of the Air Force service members were recognized for their achievements during the 48th Joint Culinary Training Exercise held at Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia.
The awards recognize installations, teams and individuals for their exceptional achievements in effective environmental management strategies that enhance installation resilience and mission readiness.
Spirit Vigilance is one of a series of routine exercises held by Air Force global strike bases across the enterprise that focus on the training and readiness of Airmen. These exercises are conducted to continuously evaluate and enhance U.S. deterrence capabilities.
Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters and NOAA forecasters visited four Caribbean locations April 16-20 as part of the annual Caribbean Hurricane Awareness Tour.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, senior leaders testify to a Senate subcommittee about the fiscal year 2025 budget, and a new Mental Health Overview outlines resources for Airmen and Guardians.
The U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force signed a Terms of Reference agreement, solidifying weather interoperability relationships between allied nations. The TOR agreement showcases the collaboration of multidomain weather forecasting between partner nations while directly impacting the
Department of the Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall and the top-ranking military leaders from the Air Force and Space Force told a House committee April 17 that adequately defending the nation against modern-day adversaries demands the services modernize quickly.