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AF Week in Photos
February 27, 2026 — 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... MORE

Airman Leadership School introduces immersive field training exercise to strengthen future NCOs
February 27, 2026 — Instructors from the Rogers Airman Leadership School and the 379th Medical Training Support Squadron created a new hands-on field training exercise designed to push students beyond the classroom into realistic leadership scenarios... MORE

Q&A: Exploring TRICARE For Life and family member coverage
February 27, 2026 — Maintaining health care coverage through all phases of life supports good health for you and your family members. When you or a family member becomes eligible for TRICARE For Life, you may have questions about how TFL coverage for one person affects TRICARE coverage for other members of your family... MORE

Elderly man and woman smile together in front of greenery

Acquisition reform means a focus on Warfighter success
February 27, 2026 — The War Department aims to modernize how acquisition — the buying of weapons and other materiel from manufacturers — is done to ensure American warfighters get the best tools, at the right price, and as quickly as possible. ... MORE

An aerial photo of the Pentagon and surrounding buildings.

Mental health technicians train at METC
February 26, 2026 — Military mental health technicians serve a critical role within the Military Health System by providing clinical and administrative support to mental health providers that contributes to the readiness and resilience of the Joint Force... MORE

Realistic training prepares nutrition and diet therapy students at METC
February 26, 2026 — During the Patient Tray Services block of instruction in the Medical Education and Training Campus Nutrition & Diet Therapy course, trainees apply classroom knowledge in a hands-on kitchen laboratory environment that mirrors real-world clinical food service operations... MORE

SECAF opens 2026 AFA Warfare Symposium with ‘Innovating Faster: Acquisition Transformation’
February 26, 2026 — During his keynote at the 2026 Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink laid out his vision for the Department of the Air Force’s acquisition transformation effort... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink speaks at the Air Force Association Warfare Symposium Feb. 23, 2026.

DAF leaders emphasize warfighting readiness at AFA Warfare Symposium
February 26, 2026 — Senior Department of the Air Force leaders emphasized that warfighting readiness, modernization and investment in Airmen and Guardians remain central to maintaining deterrence and preparing for future conflict during a panel discussion at the 2026 Warfare Symposium... MORE

Senior Air, Space Force leaders discuss defense of homeland
February 26, 2026 — The War Department's 2026 National Defense Strategy prioritizes defending the homeland as its first line of effort. At the Air and Space Forces Association's warfare symposium in Colorado, three senior Air and Space Force generals discussed how their respective combatant commands are working to do that... MORE

Three men wearing camouflage military uniforms sit on a stage in white chairs; two are holding microphones while the other claps with a microphone in his lap.

12th Flying Training Wing announces 2025 annual award winners
February 25, 2026 — Col. Peter Lee recently congratulated Airmen and civilian professionals across the 12th Flying Training Wing following the announcement of the wing’s annual award winners, recognizing their sustained excellence in support of the mission to train warfighters for America... MORE

AFIMSC unveils ‘SPEED CSO’ to fast-track innovation for installation mission support capabilities
February 25, 2026 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has launched a streamlined contracting process to speed up the delivery of innovative commercial capabilities to warfighters... MORE

Second Air Force leaders outline major changes coming to Basic Military Training
February 25, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Wolfe Davidson, Second Air Force commander, spoke during a fireside chat with Chief Master Sgt. Colin Fleck, Second Air Force command chief, at the Air & Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium in Colorado, Feb. 24, 2026... MORE

Wilsbach outlines strategy for confronting adversaries, Air Force success
February 25, 2026 — In his first major address since becoming Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ken Wilsbach used personal examples of stellar performances from pilots, maintainers, health care workers and others to... MORE

Securing rare earth elements a national security imperative, official says
February 25, 2026 — Securing a resilient supply chain for critical minerals is fundamental to national security and the economy, said Michael P. Cadenazzi Jr., assistant secretary of war for industrial base policy, who testified at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing... MORE

A silvery metal disc sits atop a sparkly blue surface. Metal shavings stand on edge.

Join the 2026 Basura Bash: Be a part of JBSA’s largest volunteer cleanup
February 25, 2026 — On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Joint Base San Antonio community will have the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and make a significant impact on our local environment. Volunteers are called to gather at Salado Creek Park at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston for the annual Basura Bash, our community’s largest and most impactful single-day cleanup event. ... MORE

Air Force Secretary outlines priorities
February 25, 2026 — The Air Force's priorities are readiness, modernization, defending the homeland — including the entire hemisphere, border security, missile defense, nuclear deterrence and people, Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said at the Air and Space Forces Association's 2026 Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo... MORE

An image of a Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile in a cloudy sky.

BAMC Auxiliary supports patients, staff with grants
February 20, 2026 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Auxiliary held its annual Welfare Grant Ceremony Feb. 17 at Brooke Army Medical Center. This year, the welfare committee approved 26 grant requests totaling more than $20,000 to help support patient care at BAMC... MORE

CSO, CMSSF celebrate newest Guardians, engage BMT training staff
February 20, 2026 — U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman and Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivenga presided over a Basic Military Training graduation ceremony, engaging with military training instructors and the service's newest Guardians throughout the visit to Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, Feb. 17 through 19, 2026... MORE

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna render salutes as a flight of graduating Guardians perform a pass-in-review during a U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force Basic Military Training graduation parade, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Feb. 19, 2026. Saltzman and Bentivegna presided over the BMT graduation ceremony after engaging with military training instructors and the service's newest Guardians throughout a multi-day visit to JBSA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan R. Mallard)

New Air Force portal puts officer candidates in control
February 20, 2026 — The Air Force Accessions Center has launched a new digital portal driving a 59% increase in applicants since its soft launch March 20, 2025, a success that officials say will make the selection process for officer roles more competitive and ensure qualified citizens have the opportunity to serve... MORE

Determined, not defeated: A leader's perspective, Part 1
February 20, 2026 — The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program hosted the South Central Warrior CARE Event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, in January... MORE

Col. Heath McKim (left) spends time with fellow recovering service members at AFW2's South Central Warrior CARE Event in and around Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Ahna Waarvik)