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Family in Flight: Air Force siblings team up for medical readiness exercise
April 22, 2025 — More than 40 U.S. Airmen and Air National Guardsmen participated in Operation Vapor Trails, a recurring medical readiness exercise centered on aeromedical evacuation, on March 28, 2025... MORE

Foreign intel job scams target current, former DOD employees
April 22, 2025 — When a social media message pops up offering a high-paying consulting job from an unknown recruiter, it’s easy to be intrigued, but think twice. For many current and former members of the Department of the Air Force, and increasingly, across the entire U.S. government workforce, this is the first step in a recruitment scheme by foreign intelligence entities, officials warn. ... MORE

A U.S. Air Force member posts a status update containing sensitive information regarding their deployed spouse's movements on a personal Facebook page. An unknown, unintended agent is able to gather that information from the internet and utilize it any way they wish

Army establishes new fitness test of record to strengthen readiness and lethality
April 22, 2025 — The U.S. Army announced April 21 the establishment of the Army Fitness Test (AFT) as the official physical fitness test of record for all Soldiers, replacing the Army Combat Fitness Test... MORE

63rd Readiness Division Completes ACFT During Annual Training

Spring into safety: essential fire prevention tips
April 22, 2025 — As temperatures rise, many homeowners anticipate opening screen doors and windows to welcome the fresh air. However, the arrival of spring also brings an increased risk of fire, as the dust and accumulation of items have built up inside and outside the home. Following safety guidelines from the National Fire Protection Association will significantly reduce these risks... MORE

Mission Monday: Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program
April 21, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! This week, we highlight Tonda Sallee, a program management specialist with the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Branch, or REPI, at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday graphic with official photo of Tonda Sallee allong with AFCEC shield beside her photo.

Unlock your health: Need help with your TRICARE benefit? A beneficiary counseling and assistance coordinator can help
April 21, 2025 — Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic... MORE

Smiling woman stands in front of American flag.

BAMC recognizes exceptional service of volunteers
April 21, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center held a volunteer recognition ceremony April 16 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others. ... MORE

Building readers at home: A parent's guide to early literacy
April 21, 2025 — Literacy begins long before a child enters school — and parents play the most important role. This article offers simple, age-based strategies for military families to nurture early reading and language skills from birth through preschool. With consistency, connection, and a few good books, parents can give their children a strong head start — one story at a time... MORE

MCCS Barstow Library hosted a Launch party for the first day of the annual Summer Reading Program at McTureous Hall aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow on June 4.

12th Operations Support Squadron welcomes new commander
April 21, 2025 — The 12th Operations Support Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph on April 18. Lt. Col. Kenneth Brakora succeeded Lt. Col. Nicholas Harris, marking a new chapter in the squadron’s leadership... MORE

IAAFA partners with AMC to modernize maintenance simulator
April 18, 2025 — A collaboration between the Inter-American Air Forces Academy and the Air Mobility Command is delivering a major leap forward in optimizing training for the Aircraft Maintenance Officer Course at the 318th Training Squadron... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Erik Garduno, 318th Training Squadron, operates the simulator in the Aircraft Maintenance Officer Course lab. The squadron recently acquired new and upgraded software and equipment that leaders say significantly improves its functionality and accuracy. The acquisition was a result of a collaborative effort between the Inter-American Air Forces Academy and the Air Mobility Command which enabled the Expeditionary Operations School to share its resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame)

433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron trains with first responders, healthcare professionals in Guyana
April 18, 2025 — Nearly 60 U.S. Air Force medical professionals launched the final engagement of the 2025 Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2025 mission March 29, working alongside Guyanese partners over two weeks to share medical knowledge, deliver vital equipment, and strengthen international relationships... MORE

U.S. Air Force Maj. Alisha Young, 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron critical care air transport team physician, Tech. Sgt. Jimmy Eitutis, 433rd ASTS medical admin, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Lowe, 433rd ASTS medical technician, trains alongside Guyana emergency medical technicians and firefighters for hands-on training of tactical combat casualty care at the Guyana Fire Service Headquarters during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team mission in Georgetown, Guyana, April 9, 2025.

560th FTS honors Navy POW during 52nd Annual Freedom Flyer Reunion
April 18, 2025 — The 560th Flying Training Squadron marked a historic milestone during its 52nd Annual Freedom Flyer Reunion, held at Joint base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, from April 10-11, 2025, by honoring a U.S. Navy pilot for the first time in the unit’s long-standing tradition of recognizing former prisoners of war... MORE

MICC commander pins on general officer rank
April 18, 2025 — The commanding officer of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command pinned the rank of brigadier general officer in a ceremony held in the Joint base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Theater on April 17... MORE

MICC commander pins general officer rank

Measles cases on the rise in the U.S.: Recognize the symptoms and protect your family
April 18, 2025 — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness — and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick... MORE

Four young children stand in a huddle, laughing and holding a soccer ball. Text reads: Stay in the Game - Stop Measles Before It Starts! Defense Health Agency and Unlock Your Health text.

Army to sunset milSuite platform
April 18, 2025 — The milSuite platform — a secure, cloud-based collection of tools for Department of Defense personnel to share information and connect with peers — will be decommissioned on April 30, 2025. On this date, all milSuite products will sunset, including milBook, milUniversity, milSurvey, milTube and milWiki... MORE

Ready now, and anywhere, 433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen go to Guyana for LAMAT 2025
April 18, 2025 — The final health engagement of the 2025 Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team, or LAMAT, mission began March 31, leaving a lasting impact on both the people and providers of Guyana — as well as the nearly 60 U.S. Air Force medical professionals who supported the mission... MORE

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Melissa A. Coburn, 22nd Air Force commander, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Angella Mudd, 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron and LAMAT Guyana mission commander, and U.S. Air Force LAMAT members pose for a group photo following the closing ceremony for the LAMAT mission at the Guyana President’s estate in Georgetown, Guyana, April 11, 2025.

Interagency land agreement strengthens military border mission
April 18, 2025 — The Army is expected to accept jurisdiction of land along the border between New Mexico and Mexico, which will become part of a national defense area — a specified piece of federal land over which DOD maintains administrative authority and jurisdiction... MORE

Eight people in camouflage uniforms walk along a gravel road with a large fence in the background.

AFRC command team visits Alamo Wing
April 16, 2025 — Lt. Gen. John Healy, Chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Israel Nuñez, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the Air Force Reserve, visited the 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from April 4–6 to engage with Citizen Airmen and gain a deeper understanding of the wing’s mission and capabilities... MORE

Airmen demonstrate aeromedical evacuation procedures

Lessons learned drive Air Force CSTR program improvements
April 16, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is improving the Combat Support Training Range program based on lessons learned from recent Air Task Force training events... MORE

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 11th Air Task Force construct a tent at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Jan. 21, 2025. The 11th ATF empowers Airmen to execute the mission while optimizing agile combat employment to advance the capabilities of air power and overcome the challenges of tomorrow. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jasmyne Bridgers-Matos)

Chilean liaison officer promotes interoperability at U.S. Army South
April 15, 2025 — For Chilean army Col. Cristian Valenzuela, a career marked by elite military training and years of service in special forces units has led to a mission focused on partnership and collaboration. As the Chilean Partner Nation Liaison Officer to U.S. Army South, Valenzuela plays a key role in strengthening interoperability between the U.S. and Chile... MORE