Senior Airman Robert Nichols
During a press conference at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, lauded the success of the U.S. Central Command's overnight strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities.
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, the Air Force Aid Society announces new aid categories to support DAF families; DoD is expanding child care initiatives to provide more options to military families; and Eielson AFB reaches a groundbreaking milestone for U.S. energy security.
Joint Base Andrews played a pivotal role in supporting the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday celebration in Washington, D.C., providing lodging, logistics and flightline operations for more than 2,100 soldiers and nearly 50 Army aircraft.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi hosted an all-call for Airmen at MacDill Air Force Base, highlighting the base’s vital contributions to force readiness, talent development and global power projection.
The Department of the Air Force took a step toward future command and control capabilities with the successful completion of its first Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment, recently held at the Howard Hughes Operations Center.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the Air Force Safety Center announces Phase II of the Chief of Staff’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign, Project Magellan earns international recognition by winning the 2025 Founder’s Award, and AETC aims to train 1,500 pilots per year.
Presidents, Heads of State and dignitaries from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and U.S. Congress visited Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
U.S. Air Forces Southern (AFSOUTH) launched AMISTAD 2025 in Peru, marking the start of a global health engagement designed to strengthen partnerships and enhance deployment readiness across five Latin American nations.
The 78th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation Flight ensures warfighters have the vehicles and support needed to carry out missions, both at home and abroad, most notably during times of national and international crises.
The Department of the Air Force, in coordination with the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Office, reached a critical milestone in piloting advanced nuclear energy technology with the issuance of a Notice of Intent to Award to Oklo, Inc.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Little Rock Air Force Base, engaging with Airmen from across the Total Force and gaining insight into the installation's unified approach to the mission.
The Air Force Aid Society announced a series of bold changes aimed at better supporting the evolving needs of Airmen, Guardians, and their families.
To maintain air superiority, project global power and ensure national security, the U.S. Air Force requires a consistent supply of trained aviators—specifically, 1,500 pilots per year.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink delivers a commencement address to the U.S. Air Force Academy's class of 2025, the T-7A Red Hawk is the future of pilot training, and Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters are ready for the Atlantic hurricane season.
The Air Force tested a new, more versatile variant of the QUICKSINK maritime weapon, increasing aircraft lethality by expanding its targeting reach.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin visited Beale Air Force Base to showcase the base's role in shaping the future force.
The Department of the Air Force has opened a public comment period to detail recent updates to the background and methodology for Support of Military Families 2025 scorecards for spouse employment and public education surrounding DAF installations.
More than 500 newly-selected chief master sergeants underwent the inaugural Chief Initial Mission Command Training hosted by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi.
In his first public speech as the 27th Secretary of the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink reflected on the cadets’ time at the Academy.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, SecAF Troy Meink outlines FY26 budget priorities and the growing challenges facing the department, the EA-37B reaches a critical milestone, and exercise XCOMM Roundup strengthens expeditionary communications capabilities in contested environments.
Department of the Air Force officials recently named the 2024 winners of the Nuclear Deterrence Operations Awards and the Nuclear and Missile Operations functional awards.
The 375th Air Mobility Wing hosted its semiannual Warrior Challenge.
SR25 is one of three major exercises under DEFENDER 25, an annual U.S. Army-led deployment and training event with 29 participating nations conducting exercise response operations and increasing interoperability alongside allies and partners.
Airmen from the 612th Air Operations Center and Air Communications Squadron deployed to Nellis Air Force Base, May 5-16 to evaluate a new and innovative approach to operational command and control in the field.
The Florida Air National Guard's 125th Logistics Readiness Squadron continues efforts to transition from the F-15 Eagle to the F-35A Lightning II fighter jet.
DAF released updated guidance for implementation of Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness, aligning with updated Department of Defense policy and addressing medical standards, accession, retention, and administrative processes for transgender Airmen and Guardians.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the newest hub for allied fighter training reaches initial operational capability, a milestone in monitoring space between Earth and the moon, and federal installations now require all visitors seeking base access to possess a REAL ID.
Department of the Air Force Safety is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive Motor Vehicle Awareness Survey aimed at assessing driver attitudes and behaviors on the road.
Secretary of Air Force Troy E. Meink delivers his first letter to the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.
Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink, alongside Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief of Space Operations Gen. B. Chance Saltzman, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee
The latest Bomber Task Force Europe deployment will test and demonstrate Agile Combat Employment concepts, operating from smaller, more flexible locations across Europe and Africa.
Secretary of Defense Peter B. Hegseth announced the 2025 recipients of the Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence May 16.
The Department of the Air Force is moving forward with plans to transition on-base lodging at 58 installations across the U.S. and its territories to a commercial partner through the COBL.
Summer is the time to enjoy the warm sunny days with family and friends but do it safely and never leave Mother Nature to chance and prepare for the unexpected.
The 51st Fighter Wing hosted Osan Air Power Days 2025 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, to strengthen ties with the local community and celebrate allied partnerships.
AFMC and industry partners collaborated to turn AI shared ambitions into actionable strategies
The two-week exercise, hosted annually by the 37th Airlift Squadron, aims to enhance interoperability and airlift capabilities between the United States and Greece.
Senior military leaders, foreign military officers, and civic leaders gathered at Maxwell Air Force Base for the 2025 National Security Forum, held May 6–8, 2025.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Dr. Troy Meink is confirmed as Secretary of the Air Force, a milestone for integrating automated aircraft systems, and Air Guard units and civilian flight crews join forces for aerial wildfire suppression training.
The Air Force is closing new applications for the fiscal year 2025 selective retention bonus program due to high retention rates and projected full execution of the program’s budget. The Air Force opened the FY25 SRB program in December 2024 and is taking action to close the program to proactively
The 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard, strengthened critical self-sustaining skills and assessed their ability to operate in multiple expeditionary environments across the Caribbean during TRADEWINDS25.
Dr. Troy E. Meink was confirmed May 13 by the Senate as 27th Secretary of the Air Force.
Acting Secretary of the Air Force Gary A. Ashworth pens a farewell letter to the force
The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Implementing Policy on Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness for Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, trilateral collaboration streamlines certification for the E-7A Wedgetail aircraft, aerial networking capability completes flight testing for improved C3BM, and Seventh Air Force extends its Super Squadron test to maximize combat effectiveness.
In a demonstration of combat readiness and regional deterrence, the 18th Wing conducted a large-scale elephant walk, May 6, at Kadena Air Base, assembling one of the most diverse formations of U.S. military aircraft in the Indo-Pacific.
The three most senior civilian and military officials from the Department of the Air Force told a congressional panel that the Air Force and Space Force need resources and creative thinking, along with modern capabilities, to meet emerging threats.
The Command and Control Warrior Advanced Course at RAF Waddington had nearly equal numbers of coalition and U.S. personnel — making it the largest C2WAC class to date.
Airmen from the 388th Fighter Wing completed a regional ACE exercise with the F-35A Lightning II, operating from forward and contingency locations.
An air mobility liaison officer’s primary objective is to eliminate communication confusion. Embedded with Army and Marine units, AMLOs act as translators and advocates, ensuring that personnel and cargo movements meet the needs of the Joint Force.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin's letter to Airmen on Air Force’s strategic direction
Over 500 planners from the Department of the Air Force and the Joint force converged on the U.S. Air Force’s Warfare Center at Nellis Air Force Base March 31-April 4, to finalize critical elements of the Department-Level Exercise series scheduled throughout the Indo-Pacific theater.
Lt. Col. Michael P. Redding, Capt. Brandon W. Seyl, Master Sgt. Erica D. Johnson and Tech. Sgt. Christopher P. Leung II were honored for their exemplary leadership and dedication to the U.S. Air Force mission.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the U.S. Air Force launches an initiative to equip every Airman with basic drone operational training, the ERASE program decreases service members' risk of sudden cardiac arrest, and Air Mobility Command makes history with a commercial air refueling mission.
The Department of the Air Force has begun ground testing for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, marking a major milestone in its effort to integrate autonomous systems into the future force.
Military and civilian flight crews wrapped up a week of aerial wildfire suppression training, concluding the annual Modular Airborne Firefighting Systems spring training.
In a historic first, the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and Royal Air Force collaborated to rapidly improve global combat capability while gathering critical test data for future acquisition of the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft.
Airmen and Guardians now have another option for completing their required Total Force Awareness Training. The training is now available on the Air Force e-Learning platform.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the U.S. Space Force outlines a vision for space superiority, Combat Support Training Ranges get improvements for warfighters, and the Air Force works with the Army on a large-scale military modernization experiment.
Seventh Air Force is set to extend its “Super Squadron” test for a second phase in October 2025 after recently receiving approval by the Chief of Staff of the Air Force.
Airmen from Hill Air Force Base joined community veterans, students, and faculty for a military parade celebrating the children of military families as part of the school’s Month of the Military Child events.
Airmen and their families gathered at the 122nd Fighter Wing in Fort Wayne for a creative event celebrating the Month of the Military Child.
The 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing recently concluded its first no-notice Combat Readiness Exercise across various locations throughout the United States in the first quarter of 2025.
The Nebraska National Guard Air Base in Lincoln, hosted its annual Open Hangar event April 17, drawing over 300 high school students interested in exploring potential careers.
Department of the Air Force senior leaders from across the IT and acquisitions community emphasized the importance of investing in critical infrastructure and information systems across Air and Space Force installations.
The key to always being ready is preparation–words that embody the missions carried out by the 445th Logistics Readiness Squadron.
Air Force Office of Special Investigations warn current and former DoD employees on how to avoid scammers.
Airmen assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron participated in a dynamic air exercise called Turbo Weasel at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany.
The Idaho Air National Guard held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of a new Medical Training Facility on Gowen Field, for the 124th Fighter Wing.
The Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2025 mission concluded two weeks of intensive medical collaboration between U.S. military personnel and their Guyanese counterparts.
The Department of the Air Force selected Wyoming Air National Guard Base in Cheyenne as the next location to host C-130Js.
Airmen of the Wyoming Air National Guard’s 187th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron played a critical role in the first successful evacuation of a patient in cardiac arrest from McMurdo Station, Antarctica.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the CMSAF and CMSSF testify in Congress on military quality of life, CSO Gen. Chance Saltzman gives insights into a new International Partnership Strategy, and USAFE-AFAFRICA holds its largest air-to-air WSEP exercise.
Project Convergence Capstone 5 is a large-scale military modernization experiment for the future of warfare. It focuses on the continued integration of joint and multi-national layered air and missile defense systems.
The 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base conducted a four-day Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise and Combat Readiness Exercise
Air Combat Command is leading efforts to overhaul how the U.S. Air Force does aircraft maintenance and fleet management this spring.
This initiative, inspired by a visit to Arizona State University's cutting-edge Dreamscape Learn facility, aims to propel AETC's training into the 21st century and equip Airmen to thrive in future conflicts.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Special Operations Command accepts the first missionized OA-1K Skyraider II, the 48O aeromedical physician designation addresses a critical shortage of flight surgeons, and the announcement of candidate locations to build deployable combat wings.
The Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force testified before the House Committee on Appropriations, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Subcommittee.
Joined by his family and members of AFSOC, retired Lt. Col. Bill Buice watched as the first missionized OA-1K Skyraider II arrived at Hurlburt Field. That moment brought back a wave of memories during his time piloting the Skyraider in the Vietnam War 60 years ago.
The Department of Defense announced a Deferred Resignation Program and Voluntary Early Retirement Authority for civilian employees
The DoD offered guidance for reinstatement of service members involuntarily discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
The DoD is offering a path back to service for military personnel who voluntarily separated or left to avoid the COVID-19 vaccination mandate.
U.S. Pararescuemen and French paratroopers conducted a three-day parachuting exercise in Djibouti, strengthening their partnership and demonstrating NATO interoperability.
The Skyraider II officially joins the Air Force Special Operations Command fleet with the delivery of the first missionized aircraft on April 3, 2025.
Airmen and Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Airmen attempted to earn the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge testing's coveted gold, silver or bronze proficiency badge March 24-28.
At Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, Senior Airman Yasmin Freckleton is proving that resilience is a way of life for the Air Force.
Airmen from the United States, Thailand and Singapore, concluded exercise Cope Tiger 25 with a ceremony Mar. 28.
In this week’s look around the Air Force, Dr. Troy Meink testifies before a Senate committee regarding nomination to be Air Force secretary; aircrew members can take the annual Aircrew Engagement Survey; and Red Flag 25-2 provides realistic, high-end training for Airmen and partner nations.
Summary: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presents five new additions to the CSAF Leadership Library.
The Department of the Air Force released updated guidance on Implementation of Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government.
The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Implementation of Additional Guidance for Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
Fighting Falcon undergoing changes to fly autonomously. Aircraft simulations occurring at rapid speeds to provide massive data to improve autonomy.
the Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Department of the Air Force Civilian Workforce Hiring Freeze Guidance rescinding and replacing the previously provided memorandum Department of the Air Force Hiring Freeze.
Beneath the sleek lines of the F-35A Lightning II, Airmen move with careful precision, sealing seams and smoothing surfaces to restore one of the aircraft’s most powerful features, its stealth.
The U.S. Air Force has identified the first five Regular Air Force candidate locations to build a Deployable Combat Wing Unit Type Code and is scheduling site surveys to begin in the coming weeks.
Air Education and Training Command officials brought together experts and leaders to discuss the future of training and development within the Air Force during the command’s annual Force Development Summit
Air Force oversight for risk assessment of pregnant aircrew is being raised to the Major Command level based on feedback from medical professionals across the service.
AETC launched a data literacy initiative to upskill its workforce. This initiative includes mandatory training, personalized learning pathways, and new performance elements focused on data skills to improve decision-making and maintain a competitive edge.
Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, reflected on the symposium's significant opportunity for air chiefs and senior leaders from over 30 nations to come together.
Airmen from the Ohio Air National Guard’s 178th Wing, in collaboration with units from the New York and Mississippi Air National Guard, recently concluded Exercise Advanced Wrath.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, C-17 microvane technology saves money and fuel for aircraft, Total Force Shared Service offers flexibility to active-duty pilots interested in the Reserve or Guard and SPAFORGEN ensures Guardians are ready for the high-end fight.
PACAF A4S Security Forces Division conducted Pacific Defender 25-2, an exercise intended to build partnerships throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
Dr. Troy E. Meink appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee for his nomination to be the next SecAF.
Camp Simba, strategically located near the Kenyan naval base in Manda Bay, exemplifies the flourishing U.S.-Kenyan partnership, strengthened by Kenya's designation as a major non-NATO ally in 2024.
The 56th Fighter Wing flew the final F-16 Fighting Falcon flight out of Luke Air Force Base delivering it to the 16th Weapons Squadron at Nellis AFB.
The 105th Airlift Wing is playing a fundamental role in a modernization initiative that will save the Air Force over $14 million annually.
The 11th ATF alongside the 11th Combat Air Base Squadron supported the 51st FW and the 36th FS’ F-16 Fighting Falcon. Their mission was twofold: to provide C2 and base operating support-integration.
The Air Force Aircrew Crisis Task Force is inviting all aircrew members to take the annual Aircrew Engagement Survey.
The TRICARE Online Patient Portal will no longer be available April 1.To retain health records, download them from the TOL Patient Portal before April 1.
Senior leaders from the U.S. Air Force Reserve and the Royal Auxiliary Air Force met March 17-19 to strengthen an enduring partnership.
The Department of the Air Force announced today the contract award for the Engineering and Manufacturing Development of the Next Generation Air Dominance Platform.
Statement by CSAF Allvin on the NGAD Contract Award.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle successfully landed, a new pilot concierge cell helps with transitions from active duty to Reserve, and CSAF Allvin consolidates two of the service’s largest preventative, readiness and resiliency programs.
U.S. Air Force Maj. Nichole Ayers, NASA astronaut, successfully completed her next mission: space.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remarked on the value of the Air Force and Space Force in both deterring and engaging in future military conflicts while speaking at the Department of the Air Force Summit.
The 13th CABS executed rapid runway repair operations in support of Bamboo Eagle 25-1, providing realistic timing and information to operations planners in the execution of ACE maneuvers.
DAF guidance on Return to In-Person Work for the purpose of creating a more capable and lethal force.
Airborne is an annual large-scale exercise that integrates air and ground forces from the U.S. and Japan.
The Wargaming Institute hosted more than 280 participants, assembled from multiple combatant commands, the Air and Naval War Colleges, the Department of State, policy experts from across the government and think tanks.
Four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers and aircrews completed a deployment as part of Bomber Task Force 25-2.
The event highlighted the capability of U.S. and ROK forces to seamlessly integrate air, ground and maritime operations, reinforcing their enhanced combined defense posture.
The Department of the Air Force provided guidance March 19 for military members and civilian employees who are presently on TDY, traveling on PCS orders, or scheduled to begin such travel for A1-sponsored training.
The 109th Airlift Wing executed 79 missions using its ski-equipped LC-130 Hercules aircraft, transporting personnel, cargo and fuel to key research sites across the continent.
WOTS graduated 30 warrant officers, sending technical experts and advisors into the force to support the cyber and IT career fields.
Department of Defense specified that exemptions for the DoD-wide hiring freeze may be provided only for mission-critical positions that contribute to our warfighting readiness.
The DAF announced its validation plan in response to the Restoring America’s Fighting Force Task Force established in January 2025.
The Department of the Air Force announced effective immediately, administrative leave, travel, and transportation reimbursement for elective abortion will cease.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, CSAF Gen. David Allvin describes his strategy for defending the homeland and meeting the nation’s security priorities, CSO Gen. Chance Saltzman outlines the USSF’s path to ensure space superiority, and enrollment opens for a new Health Care FSA benefit.
This milestone signifies activation or establishment of the DAF’s newest direct reporting unit headquarters, two intermediate medical readiness commands and six of seven medical wings.
The Department of the Air Force Office of Special Trial Counsel releases its first year in review.
Senior uniformed officers from the Air Force and Space Force told a Senate subcommittee March 12 that each service is focused on readiness but that budget shortfalls and determined adversaries are continuing sources for concern.
U.S. military general officers and senior enlisted advisors headlined a senior leader panel during the 32nd annual National Character and Leadership Symposium at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Feb. 21.
Cecily Odom takes the helm as senior advisor at the Enterprise IT Programming and Financial Management office.
Air Force and Space Force senior leaders took to the stage at the recent Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium March 3-5, outlining their vision for the future of warfare.
The Department of Defense released the memorandum Interim Guidance for Executive Order 14222, “Implementing the President’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ Cost Efficiency Initiative."
The DoD released guidance for DoD civilian employees on OPM's "What Did You Do Last Week" email.
The U.S. Air Force and Northrop Grumman Corporation completed a full-scale qualification static fire test of the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile stage-one solid rocket motor March 6, at Northrop Grumman's facility in Promontory, Utah.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, AFSOC has a new airframe, the Skyraider II, that can provide close air support and reconnaissance, the last F-16 training squadron at Luke AFB transitions to the F-35A Lightning II, and a professional development course for SNCOs in the Pacific runs its
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, reinforced PACAF’s focus on warfighting effectiveness, lethality, and readiness during the Air & Space Force Association’s Warfare Symposium.
CMSSF Jon Bentivegna and CMSAF David Flosi discussed key challenges and strategies to prepare enlisted personnel for future conflicts.
U.S. Air Force leaders discussed force modernization and strategic planning, emphasizing the priorities for future capabilities, deterrence and joint force integration during a panel at the Air and Space Force Association Warfare Symposium.
Senior leaders discuss Global Integration, during the Air and Space Force Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, March 4
The Air Force is aligning with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's priorities, says Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin, while saving taxpayer dollars and redirecting them into combat readiness.
The Department of Defense released the memorandum Additional Guidance for Executive Order 14183, “Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
Service members can sign up for the new Health Care Flexible Spending Account putting money in pretax earnings into an account which can be spent on qualifying health care expenses.
While confronting volatile adversaries abroad but with new leadership at home, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin described his strategy for defending the homeland.
The U.S. Air Force announced the designation of two Mission Design Series within its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program today: the YFQ-42A (General Atomics) and the YFQ-44A (Anduril).
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum to all Defense Department civilian employees directing them to prepare five bullet points detailing their work accomplishments from the prior week.
The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum Department of the Air Force Hiring Freeze pursuant to Secretary of Defense Memorandum “Immediate Civilian Hiring Freeze for Alignment with National Defense Priorities.”
The DAF began implementing the Deferred Resignation Program.
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, BTF missions demonstrate force projected capabilities, an unarmed Minuteman III launch ensures a credible and effective deterrent, and WEPTAC offers the opportunity to develop, refine and validate tactics, techniques and procedures for Air Combat Operations.
The Department of the Air Force selected Hurlburt Field, Florida, as the preferred and final location to host the 711 Special Operations Squadron and 919 Special Operations Maintenance Group.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed his priorities of strengthening the military by cutting fiscal fraud, waste and abuse at DOD while also finding ways to refocus the department's budget.
Airmen and Soldiers from the Kentucky National Guard evacuated 296 residents from two housing complexes surrounded by floodwaters in Martin County, Kentucky, on Feb. 17.
BE 25-1 kicks off focusing on ACE with joint and allied forces, the USAF Test Pilot School collaborates with Stanford University for AI driven systems that will define future warfighting capabilities, and AETC deploys a ground-breaking app to retool how aircrews assess risk prior to every flight.
Approximately 800 joint personnel, including Guardsman, Reservists, locally based active-duty partners from the 15th Wing, Sailors and Marines and nearly 30 aircraft from six states participated together in exercise Sentry Aloha 25-1.
The 52nd Logistics Readiness Squadron is embracing a new Radio Frequency Identification system to revolutionize inventory management for individual protective equipment and material management.
The Department of the Air Force’s Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management is enhancing its approach to delivering the DAF BATTLE NETWORK with the adoption of an Integrated Product Team construct.
A joint team of AFGSC Airmen and Vandenberg SFB Guardians launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single telemetered joint test assembly re-entry vehicle from Vandenberg SFB.
The U.S. Air Force Warfare Center recently wrapped up Bamboo Eagle 25-1, concluding a series of coordinated operations that involved more than 10,000 personnel from multiple Air Force major commands, joint services and allied air forces.
Maintainers from the 421st Fighter Generation Squadron are gaining valuable training and experience while they are deployed to provide F-35A Lightning II sorties for Bamboo Eagle 25-1.
Pilots from the 388th Fighter Wing’s 421st Fighter Squadron, flying the F-35A Lightning II in Bamboo Eagle 25-1, are gaining vital experience with every sortie.
Special Warfare TACP teams from the 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing enabled critical C2 and sensing capabilities for exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 across America and islands in the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 10-14.
On Jan 17., Senior Airman Sebastian d’Alton assisted in the life saving measures of a skier by applying a tourniquet and packing the skiers wound until a helicopter arrived to airlift the skier to a local hospital.
Airmen from the 388th and 419th Fighter Wings at Hill Air Force Base deployed to Naval Air Station North Island over the weekend with a number of F-35A Lightning as part of Bamboo Eagle 25-1.
The upcoming 25E6 promotion testing cycle was scheduled to begin on Feb. 15 and conclude on April 15, however, the testing cycle has been delayed and will now begin on March 3 and conclude on May 1.
Crew chiefs and Airmen keep the mission going at RAF Lakenheath.
Four C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron revved engines in preparation for a routine, yet convincing, demonstration of world-class agility, Feb. 6.
The training included airdrop operations in cold weather conditions utilizing the 352nd SOW’s MC-130J Commando II.
This historic collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies.
The DAF released guidance dealing with the evaluation of Family Days.
The 805th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis, or ShOC-N, executed its bi-annual capstone event at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.
The DAF released a memo providing guidance on the use of telework and remote work.
The U.S. Air Force Warfare Center kicked off Bamboo Eagle 25-1—a combined exercise featuring the U.S. Air Force alongside the joint force and allied forces.
During the first week of training called Zero Week, Air Force basic military training introduces trainees to "Airmindedness," a fundamental lesson showcasing the rich heritage and achievements that have shaped today's Air Force.
Exercise Sentry South-Southern Strike, a joint military partnership, strengthened contingency response operations, joint coordination, and combat employment skills during a two-week training event.
The exercise replicated challenges in the Indo-Pacific theater, preparing units for potential island-hopping missions and decentralized command structures necessary for modern conflict environments.
DAF leaders announced the finalists of the 2025 Spark Tank competition made up of premier innovation ideas by Airmen and Guardians seeking sponsorship to bring their concepts to life.
Memorandum on Revocation of Officer Source of Commission Applicant Pool Goals.
Department of the Air Force releases the memorandum DAF Initial Return to In-Person Work Data for the DoD Implementation Plan.
Travis AFB sends KC-46 across the Pacific to train with Misawa F-16s
Travis Airmen deliver humanitarian aid to Central America
Travis AFB celebrates Airmen’s accomplishments with 2025 Master Sgt. Release Party
60th Air Mobility Wing commander promotes to brigadier general
Travis presents 2025 Spring Industry Preview: Forging the future of aeromedical operations
Travis AFB hosts honorary commanders for mission immersion
Hegseth, Caine laud success of U.S. strike on Iran nuke sites
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JB Andrews powers joint operations for Army’s 250th in nation’s capital
CSAF, CMSAF visit MacDill AFB
Air Force DASH pioneers human-machine teaming for faster battle management decisions
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Military Testing (WAPS)
707-424-5046
Museum
707-424-8180
Library
707-424-3279
Dining Hall (Monarch)
707-424-0906
Photo Lab/Audiovisual
707-424-5584
Focal Point
707-424-2666
Delta Breeze (club)
707-424-1977
Base Housing
707-424-1746
LMR Land Mobile Radio 424
707-424-0183
MFRC Military and Family Readiness Center
707-424-2486
Balfour Beatty Communities
707-437-4571
CDC 2 Child Development
707-424-5400
CDC 1 Child Development
707-424-0341
VA Representative
707-424-4346
CDC 3 Child Development
707-424-0644
Contracting Office
707-424-7710
FTAC First Term Airman Center
707-424-4802
MWR Outdoor Recreation
707-424-0969
Fitness Center (gym)
707-424-2008
Bowling Center
707-424-5048
ITT tickets and Tours
707-424-0970
Pharmacy
707-423-7657
Rod Gun and Skeet Club
707-424-5047
BX Base Exchange
707-437-4633
Billeting/Lodging
707-690-1301
Barber Shop at the BX
707-673-4627
Military Clothing sales
707-437-4633 options 8+1
Shoppette/Gas station
707-437-6606
Class Six
707-437-4633 options 8+2
Firestone
707-437-2232
Engraving/Trophy Shop
707-424-8502
Commissary
707-639-5830
Food Court
707-437-4490
Mental health
707-423-5174
Appointments
707-423-3000
Information desk at the hospital North
707-423-7300
Information desk at the hospital South
707-423-3687
Dental Clinic
707-423-7000
Optometry
707-423-7171
VA Clinic
707-437-1800
Action Line
707- 424-3333
Freedom of Information Act Queries
707-424-5668
60th Medical Group Public Affairs
707- 423-3534
Information, Tickets, Travel
707-424-5659
Inspector General
707- 424-2224
Lodging Reservations
Base Operator Commercial: 707-424-1110 DSN: 312-837-1110
Automated Base Operator Commercial: 707-424-6111 DSN: 312-837-6111
Contact Us
Commander's Action Line Commercial: 707-424-3333 60amw.actionline@us.af.mil