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USAF implements restructure of Strategy, Design, Requirements directorate
April 6, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force marked a key milestone in its ongoing modernization and requirements reform efforts April 1, 2026, by implementing a long-planned restructure of the Strategy, Design and Requirements directorate (A5/7)... MORE

MRC-Alpha, DHN Central welcome new senior leader
April 6, 2026 — Medical Readiness Command Alpha and Defense Health Network Central marked a significant leadership transition during a ceremony held in San Antonio on April 1, 2026... MORE

MRC-A, DHN Central Welcome New Senior Leader

A hero's final flight: 'Bud' Anderson laid to rest at Arlington
April 6, 2026 — Brig. Gen. Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson, the last surviving “triple ace” pilot from World War II, received full military funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery, March 30... MORE

Primary Care Behavioral Health program brings whole-person care to JBSA clinics
April 6, 2026 — A routine visit to a primary care clinic at Joint Base San Antonio can mean more than a prescription refill or annual checkup. Through the Primary Care Behavioral Health program, service members and families can address stress, sleep concerns, chronic pain and other issues that affect overall health and readiness, all in one familiar setting... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Linwood Fields, 559 Medical Squadron, noncommissioned officer in charge speaks with Jay Zemeheret, 559 Medical Squadron, licensed clinical social worker at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, March 4, 2026.

CMSAF David Wolfe holds all-call at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland
April 6, 2026 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe spoke to Airmen during an all-call at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 2, 2026. Wolfe emphasized the importance of Airmen and their families and maintaining mission readiness and strengthening the force... MORE

Guyana, U.S. ophthalmology teams restore vision, strengthen readiness during LAMAT 2026
April 6, 2026 — Inside Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, a patient regains sight as U.S. Air Force and Guyana Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams work side by side, delivering specialized care while building something far beyond a single procedure. Members of the 59th Medical Group from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, also participated in the effort... MORE

Dr. Arlene Bobb-Semple, Guyanese ophthalmologist, performs retina surgery alongside U.S. Air Force Maj. Samuel Hobbs, 59th Medical Group Chief of Vitreoretinal Services, at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation in Georgetown, Guyana, March 18, 2026. During Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2026, U.S. Air Force and Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams worked side by side to deliver specialized eye care, building trust and strengthening long-term health partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Stephani Schafer)

Air University advances counter-UAS efforts through Alpha Blue
April 6, 2026 — Air University students are working through one of the more persistent challenges facing the Joint Force: how to counter small, widely available drones that don’t fit neatly into existing defense systems. As the character of warfare continues to shift, the university is connecting education more directly to real-world application... MORE

F-16 arrival enhances readiness at BMT with hands-on training
April 6, 2026 — Basic Military Training is taking a significant step in enhancing readiness with the arrival of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The aircraft is part of a new, immersive training environment designed to give trainees hands-on experience from day one... MORE

PCS Joint Task Force becomes Personal Property Activity
April 6, 2026 — The War Department Personal Property Activity marked a significant milestone: moving from a Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force to becoming a permanent organization dedicated to supporting military personnel, DOW civilians and their families through PCS moves... MORE

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Warhawk Fitness Center hosts “Motivation Through Fitness” class
April 3, 2026 — The “Motivation Through Fitness” class at the Warhawk Fitness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, promotes physical readiness and resilience supporting War Department missions... MORE

Q&A: Getting services through TRICARE’s Extended Care Health Option
April 3, 2026 — Military families can have a wide range of needs — and TRICARE has special programs to serve them. One of these programs is the Extended Care Health Option. ECHO is available to eligible active duty family members with special needs. It offers health care benefits beyond what other TRICARE plans offer... MORE

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2026 Fiesta San Antonio Military Ambassadors introduced at reception
April 3, 2026 — The Military Ambassador Reception at the Witte Museum in San Antonio on March 23 formally introduced the 2026 Fiesta San Antonio Military Ambassadors to civic, military and Fiesta communities, reinforcing those partnerships... MORE

Social engineering and what you need to know
April 3, 2026 — Tips to keep yourself safe online... MORE

Airmen from the Department of the Air Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management participate in its first iteration of a training pipeline meant to prepare them for the rigors of software development, here, Feb. 12, 2026. The Airmen are software developers C3BM’s Kessel Run division, Operational Response Team division, and Airspace Mission Planning division’s Conjure branch. The pipeline will provide them with technical knowledge in a range of subjects centered around software development mirroring industry standards and C3BM’s culture. (Official U.S. Air Force photo by Richard Blumenstein)

Understanding the TRICARE claims process
April 3, 2026 — When you receive a service, medication, or treatment as part of your TRICARE benefit, filing a claim is the way your provider gets reimbursed for their services. If you pay for services up front, filing a claim is how you get reimbursed. Read more to learn about when you need to file your own claim, how to view claim information, and how you can appeal a denied claim... MORE

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DAF updates SkillBridge policy balancing operational readiness, transition assistance
April 3, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force updated its Air Force and Space Force SkillBridge programs to balance operational readiness and transition assistance to Airmen and Guardians... MORE

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 Enhances Counter-UAS Capability to Protect the Southern Border
April 3, 2026 — Joint Interagency Task Force 401 is rapidly delivering counter-unmanned aircraft systems to protect the southern border with advanced technology, an integrated system architecture and expanded authorities... MORE

Two service members wearing camouflage military uniforms, helmets and sunglasses stand at the bed of a pickup truck while the man on the left is holding a piece of military equipment.

AF Week in Photos
April 3, 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

Hegseth authorizes off-duty service members to carry private firearms on installations
April 3, 2026 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum directing military installation commanders to allow War Department personnel to request to carry privately owned firearms while in their nonofficial duty capacity on DOW property within the United States. ... MORE

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Cultural transformation: Powered by continuous improvement & innovation, fueled by Airmen, Guardians
April 2, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Core Values (1997) emphasize continuous improvement, stating, "We must have a passion for continuous improvement and innovation that propels America's Air Force in quantum leaps towards accomplishment and performance."... MORE

Seventy-four first-line supervisors assigned to 502d Communications Squadron, 502d Air Base Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, pose for a group photo with their certificates of completion. The group completed the Continuous Improvement and Innovation (CI2) Green Belt Training together. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

Joint Base San Antonio completes major emergency readiness exercise
April 1, 2026 — Joint Base San Antonio recently concluded a large-scale emergency preparedness drill, the ENERGY RESILIENCY Response Exercise, designed to test and strengthen its ability to respond to a regional crisis. The exercise, which ran from March 23-27, simulated a complex, multi-day catastrophic event to ensure JBSA can protect its people and continue its mission under the most challenging conditions... MORE

A CPS Energy technician shuts down power to an office building for the exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on March 26, 2026. The power outage exercise was to help JBSA installations prepare for real-word scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick)