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Tactical Air Control Party Airmen train at JBSA-Camp Bullis
April 15, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airman with Det. 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, practiced target shooting with the M4 during small arms training at Joint San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, on April 8, 2026... MORE

FAA, DOW sign landmark safety agreement to protect southern border
April 15, 2026 — The Federal Aviation Administration and Department of War completed a thorough safety assessment of a high-energy laser counter-drone system. This assessment validated that proper safety controls are in place and that while these systems are at the cutting edge of counter drone technology, they do not pose undue risk to passenger aircraft... MORE

FAA and DOW Sign Landmark Safety Agreement to Protect Southern Border

B-21 Raider accelerates delivery of long-range strike capability
April 15, 2026 — The B-21 Raider program continues to accelerate the delivery of long-range strike capability, with aerial refueling via a KC-135 Stratotanker demonstrating the rapid maturation of the weapon system... MORE

A U.S. Air Force B-21 Raider conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker. The B-21 program exemplifies the Department of the Air Force's warfighting-focused acquisition mindset, leveraging digital engineering and modern production to deliver a mature, highly capable system at speed. The B-21's efficiency and flexibility will provide a survivable, unpredictable deterrent force, forming the backbone of America’s future bomber force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

AFIMSC Warfighter Portrait: Gary McNeal
April 15, 2026 — As an attorney advisor for the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Judge Advocate office, Gary McNeal is the command’s ethics counselor, providing crucial advice on standards of conduct, administrative law, and civil law matters. His work is foundational to building a culture of integrity across the enterprise... MORE

97th Air Mobility Wing leadership attend BMT graduation
April 14, 2026 — Col. Richard K. Kind, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jon T. Adams, 97th Air AMW command chief, from Altus Air force Base, Oklahoma, were at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 2 to preside over the Basic Military Training graduation ceremony... MORE

Special Operations Forces Acquisitions, Technology & Logistics visits NAMRU San Antonio
April 14, 2026 — Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio, part of Navy Medicine Research & Development, recently briefed Combat Casualty Care and Operational Medicine research capabilities within the unit to representatives from Special Operations Forces Acquisitions, Technology & Logistics, U.S. Special Operations Command at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas... MORE

Hegseth, Indonesian counterpart announce defense partnership
April 14, 2026 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth welcomed his Indonesian counterpart — Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin — to the Pentagon, where the two men announced the establishment of the Major Defense Cooperation Partnership between the two countries. ... MORE

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How does a service, treatment, drug, or device become a TRICARE benefit?
April 14, 2026 — Have you ever wondered how a service, drug, or treatment becomes a TRICARE benefit? As drugs and technology continue to develop, TRICARE coverage evolves along with them. It’s important to know that U.S. law governs TRICARE benefits. If the law allows TRICARE to cover a treatment or drug, the Defense Health Agency reviews the proposed benefit to make sure it’s proven, safe, and effective... MORE

"Treatment," "Drug," and "Device" above graphics of two medicine containers and a blood bag. "TRICARE" in the bottom right corner.

Naval Medical Forces Development Command names FY25 Senior Sailor of the Year
April 14, 2026 — Naval Medical Forces Development Command announced the fiscal year 2025 Region Sailor of the Year during an all-hands ceremony at the headquarters building at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on March 26, 2026... MORE

Rear Adm. Walter Brafford, left, commander, Naval Medical Forces Development Command (NMFDC), and Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Charles Padilla, NMFDC's acting command master chief, present Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Alisha Rogers, center, with a gift in recognition of her selection as the fiscal year 2025 region Senior Sailor of the Year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Shayla D. Hamilton)

US Space Force releases framework to forge future enlisted leaders
April 14, 2026 — The Space Force has introduced a foundational document outlining a career-long path to guide guardians as they transition from tactical-level experts to operational leaders to strategic-level thinkers. ... MORE

A guardian slaps hands with other guardians while running on a paved area with people on each side under a blue sky; vehicles are parked in the background.

Prevent injuries during physical training
April 13, 2026 — The Air Force will begin official scoring under the new standards of the Physical Fitness Readiness Program on July 1... MORE

MICC leaders highlight contracting transformation at AUSA Global Force Symposium
April 13, 2026 — Leaders from the Mission and Installation Contracting Command engaged with Army and industry partners during the AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition, reinforcing the command’s role in advancing contracting solutions that accelerate Army readiness... MORE

MICC delivers enterprise contracting solution to support Army construction, transformation
April 13, 2026 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command took a major step forward in Army contracting reform with the award of its first truly enterprise-wide contract vehicle for architect-engineer, or A-E services, enabling streamlined support to installations and units across the force... MORE

Military summit considers launching prize competition to rapidly develop freeze-dried blood for battlefield, civilian use
April 13, 2026 — A one-day summit in San Antonio brought together military, academic, and industry partners to assess the current state of freeze-dried red blood cell technology and explore its potential for battlefield and civilian use. Participants also discussed using a prize competition model to accelerate development and transition the capability from research into practical, life-saving medical applications... MORE

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Eric Adams, from Wildomar, California, performs a blood transfusion in a hangar bay onboard Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay, Oahu, Hawaii, in support of a joint-service medical training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 26, 2022.

Mission Driven, People Powered: Petty Officer 3rd Class Arthur Frazier
April 13, 2026 — Petty Officer 3rd Class Arthur Frazier, a hospital corpsman instructor supervisor assigned to Navy Medicine Training Support Command's Directorate for Academic Support, answered a few questions about his vital support to NMTSC and the NMFDC region... MORE

Naval Medical Forces Development Command and the Navy Medicine Training Support Command (NMTSC) are mission driven and people powered. Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Arthur Frazier is an instructor supervisor with NMTSC’s Directorate for Academic Support, Hospital Corpsman Basic, and ensures all instructor qualifications are met and maintained for highly qualified instructors to send corpsman to the fleet. (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon)

Army launches data operations center, giving warfighters decisive edge
April 13, 2026 — The Army launched the Army Data Operations Center — a key initiative designed to transform how it manages and uses its vast data resources to ensure decision dominance on the modern battlefield... MORE

A man wearing a camouflage military uniform and helmet sits in a desert environment and looks at a handheld device; a person in similar attire is behind him doing the same.

JBSA-Camp Bullis hosts training, sharpens readiness skills
April 10, 2026 — Joint Base San Antonio first sergeants gathered at JBSA-Camp Bullis April 1–3 for the inaugural Diamond Sharpening Course, a three-day program focused on readiness, leadership and deployment capability across the force... MORE

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CMSAF returns to the roots of the enlisted corps
April 10, 2026 — The most senior enlisted leader of the Air Force returned to the foundation of the enlisted corps at Basic Military Training at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on April 1, reinforcing standards and engaging with Airmen... MORE

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David R. Wolfe addresses Airmen as the guest speaker during a coin and retreat ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

Joint Base San Antonio fire officials promote spring cleaning safety
April 9, 2026 — As temperatures rise and days grow longer, many residents across Joint Base San Antonio are turning their attention to spring cleaning projects around the home. While the seasonal shift often brings motivation to refresh living spaces, fire officials are urging the community to keep safety top of mind... MORE

How divorce affects your family’s TRICARE benefits
April 9, 2026 — During a divorce or an annulment, you may be concerned about what will happen to your family’s TRICARE coverage. If you’re in the process of getting a divorce or you’re recently divorced, here are some important things to keep in mind... MORE

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