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Below-The-Zone promotion: Selecting tomorrow’s future Air Force leaders
March 28, 2025 — A Below-The-Zone board is a highly competitive program that allows a select group of Airmen 1st Class to advance six months ahead of their peers in recognition of their outstanding performance and leadership... MORE

502nd ABW Below-the-Zone promotion board

'Lethal, Ready, Confident': AETC emphasizes Airmen development at force development summit
March 28, 2025 — Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, commander of AETC, opened the summit by emphasizing the importance of developing Airmen who are lethal, ready, and confident by providing meaningful feedback and development opportunities to cultivate their skills and prepare them for increasingly autonomous roles... MORE

Around the Air Force: Money-Saving Microvane Tech, Total Force Pilot Retention, SPAFORGEN
March 28, 2025 — 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... MORE

AETC prioritizes data literacy to equip staff for digital future
March 28, 2025 — In today's increasingly data-driven landscape, the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret information effectively is paramount to developing a lethal and ready force. Recognizing this, Air Education and Training Command has launched a comprehensive initiative to enhance the data literacy of its staff, equipping them with essential skills for the digital age. ... MORE

Recognizing this, Air Education and Training Command (AETC) has launched a comprehensive initiative to enhance the data literacy of its staff, equipping them with essential skills for the digital age.

In his confirmation hearing, Secretary of the Air Force nominee stresses the need for speed, innovation
March 28, 2025 — Dr. Troy E. Meink appeard before the Senate Armed Services Committee for his nomination to be the next SecAF... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force nomination hearing.

Creating a fire safety escape plan ensures a safe exit
March 27, 2025 — When smoke comes creeping down the hallway in one’s home, it feels like the moment to panic. Don’t. A well-prepared home escape plan can ensure a safe exit in the event of a fire, according to Marcus Armstrong, fire protection inspector at the Fire Prevention Division at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. ... MORE

firefighters stand in the midst of a room full of smoke.

Great Texas Freedom Fest Set for April 12 at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
March 26, 2025 — Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston will host the Great Texas Freedom Fest on April 12, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The free, public event celebrates the theme "United in Service" and invites visitors to explore the historic military installation while enjoying entertainment, demonstrations and family activities... MORE

MICC personnel make a difference supporting Central Command in Iraq
March 25, 2025 — Mission and Installation Contracting Command contracting professionals redeployed to their home stations after the successful completion of a months-long deployment to Iraq in support of the U.S. Central Command’s mission in Iraq... MORE

Gary Sinise brings Invincible Spirit Festival back to Brooke Army Medical Center
March 25, 2025 — Actor Gary Sinise and the Gary Sinise Foundation hosted the Invincible Spirit Festival at Brooke Army Medical Center on March 21, 2025, treating staff members, patients, families and the Joint Base San Antonio community to a fun-filled day of entertainment and appreciation... MORE

12th FTW Airman honored as Hidden Hero by The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee
March 25, 2025 — On March 18, 2025, Airman 1st Class Joselyn Guajardo, an aerospace physiology technician with the 12th Operations Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, was recognized as the Hidden Hero award recipient for March by The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee, representing the cities of Schertz, Cibolo, and Selma. ... MORE

CYP inspectors key to safe, quality child and youth care
March 25, 2025 — Safe, affordable and quality family childcare for Airmen and Guardians is vital to their ability to focus on their missions. An inspection program conducted by the Air Force Services Center’s Child and Youth Programs team is a key part of the Department of the Air Force’s ability to deliver that care. ... MORE

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US Postal Service announces stamps celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the US Army, US Navy and US Marine Corps
March 25, 2025 — The U.S. Postal Service announces stamps celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps on March 6, 2025... MORE

The U.S. Postal Service announces stamps celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps on March 6, 2025.

MICC launches monthly wellness event
March 24, 2025 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command hosted its first group wellness event in recent history. Termed Wellness Wednesday, the event kicked off March 19 with an in-person and virtual walking contest... MORE

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Military Tax Assistance Center now open
March 24, 2025 — This year, the only tax assistance center available will be at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston to provide free tax preparation and e-filing of federal and state income tax returns for eligible military taxpayers and family members... MORE

It’s a New Day: Bone marrow transplant gives patient brighter future
March 24, 2025 — Imagine being so weak that you can barely walk, you have a constant headache, and you can’t think clearly because your brain isn’t getting enough oxygen. That was Roniesha Blaylock’s daily struggle before she had a bone marrow transplant at Brooke Army Medical Center in October 2024... MORE

Operators wanted: SORB navigating the recruiting challenges facing the Army
March 24, 2025 — The Army is working to overcome recruitment and retention issues at a time when the nation is facing new geopolitical challenges. Those recruitment issues are many and come with consequences, including how the Army’s special operations forces recruit, select, train, and man units with important ongoing overseas missions and commitments... MORE

Air Force empowers Airmen through continuous improvement Green Belt Certification
March 24, 2025 — The Air Force’s Continuous Improvement and Innovation, or CI2, program equips Airmen with Lean Six Sigma tools to enhance efficiency and mission readiness. Through Green Belt certification, Airmen complete online training and lead process improvement projects to streamline operations. This initiative fosters a culture of innovation, ensuring the Air Force maximizes resources and maintains operational excellence... MORE

Mr. Scot Murphy, Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn Foster, and Col. Matthew Darling pose for a photo after Darling received his Continuous Improvement Green Belt certification at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 7, 2025.

479th Flying Training Group; Forging combat systems officers for the future battlespace
March 24, 2025 — The 479th Flying Training Group stands at the forefront of training America’s warfighters, shaping the skills and mindset required to dominate in tomorrow’s battlespace. Through Undergraduate Combat Systems Officer Training, the 479th FTG transforms students into Combat Systems Officers prepared to meet the evolving challenges of modern warfare... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Col. Roy Calilung (left), 455th Flying Training Squadron combat systems operator instructor, and 2nd Lieutenant Claas McCrae (right), 455th FTS CSO student, conduct preflight checks on a T-6 Texan II March 6, 2025, at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida.

LEAP, Legislative Fellowships among Development Special Experiences available now
March 24, 2025 — Developmental Special Experiences provide Air and Space Professionals more than just education and training opportunities, they help the service build the Airmen needed for the future high-end fight... MORE

Defense Department reassesses archived content
March 24, 2025 — Defense Department personnel are reviewing archived content to determine if it was mistakenly removed or, in other cases, if it can be edited to make it eligible for reposting... MORE