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One Airman's Air Force story on new “The Air Force Starts Here” podcast
May 23, 2023 — Reflections on one Airman's decision to join the military and then stay for more than two decades is highlighted on the latest episode of "The Air Force Starts Here" podcast, released May 22, 2023. ... MORE

"The Air Force Starts Here" is Air Education and Training Command's professional development podcast. The professional development podcasts are designed to help communicate and inform Total Force Airmen across the globe on relevant, timely topics related to the recruiting, training, education and development fields and can be listened to on the government network on the AETC website, or via mobile application as well as on Apple Podcasts (iTunes). For Android or Google mobile users, the podcast can be found on their favorite third-party podcast phone application. (U.S. Air Force graphic / 1st Lt. Robert Guest)

Air Education and Training Command personnel, aircraft to be featured at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
May 22, 2023 — The aircraft and personnel of Air Education and Training Command will be among the featured attractions at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, from July 24-30... MORE

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AETC’s Squadron Leadership Course earns Air University catalog recognition, issues digital badges for attendees
May 22, 2023 — The five-day course provides newly selected command teams, which include commanders, senior enlisted leaders and spouses with the tools and resources for a successful command tour. This course is focused on empowering command teams to enhance leadership skills, develop multi-capable Airmen, foster resource management, cultivate unit improvement, promote/safeguard unit morale, encourage physical well-being and increase quality of life for Airmen and their families... MORE

Group photo of newly assigned command team and spouse standing outside of the Parr Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.

JBSA-Randolph teenager returns for Youth of the Year
May 18, 2023 — Jasony Johnson, daughter of U.S. Army Maj. Nakisha Johnson and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Anthony Johnson, returned as Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Youth of the Year nominee at Austin, Texas, this past March. At first glance, this 16-year-old teenager appears like most teenagers. However, it’s her professionalism that sets her apart from the rest... MORE

Jasony Johnson, daughter of U.S. Army Maj. Nakisha Johnson and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Anthony Johnson, shares her story, Apr. 11, 2023, about returning as Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Youth of the Year nominee at Austin, Texas, in March.

WEAR program enables Airmen and Guardians’ permissive TDY status to aid recruiting efforts
May 17, 2023 — Airmen and Guardians looking to help inspire, engage and recruit the future force by participating first-hand in events that enhance the Department of the Air Force’s recruiting mission are encouraged to look into the We Are All Recruiters, or WEAR, program... MORE

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News Release: AETC commander relieves Nineteenth AF commander at JBSA-Randolph
May 15, 2023 — The Air Education and Training Command Commander, Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, relieved the Nineteenth Air Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Phillip A. Stewart, from command on May 9 due to a loss of confidence in his ability to lead, related to alleged misconduct which is currently under investigation... MORE

Digital badge program aims to help develop, manage learning credentials
May 15, 2023 — Air Education and Training Command’s Learning Professionals & Force Development Credentials Division is currently working an ongoing effort to allow senior career field leaders to better develop and manage talent and support those transitioning out of the service... MORE

AETC spouses drive course recognition, digital badging efforts
May 15, 2023 — Air Education and Training Command leadership spouses’ efforts resulted in the AETC Squadron Leadership Course inclusion in the 2023 Air University catalog and the awarding of digital badges for course completion... MORE

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70th Flying Training Squadron holds change of command
May 15, 2023 — Lt. Col. James Morgan assumed command of the 70th Flying Training Squadron from Lt. Col. Amy Lewis on May 5, 2023, during a ceremony held at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Col. Charles Sallee, 340th Flying Training Group deputy commander, officiated the change of command ceremony. The 70th FTS falls under the 340th FTG for administrative control and the 306th Flying Training Group for operational control... MORE

Morgan assumes command of 70th Flying Training Squadron

96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander
May 15, 2023 — Lt. Col. Christine van Weezendonk assumed command of the 96th Flying Training Squadron from Col. James Browning at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, on May 5 during a ceremony officiated by Col. Kyle Goldstein, 340th Flying Training Group commander... MORE

Van Weezendonk assumes command of 96th Flying Training Squadron

502nd Air Base Wing Beast Day right around the corner
May 11, 2023 — Beast Day is right around the corner! It's time for another Beast Day ... a day for us to take a moment and focus on team building, recharging, relaxation, building internal relationships ... AND HAVING FUN! This year, it takes place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Heritage Park at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Military health leaders honor best in military medicine, medical education
May 10, 2023 — Military health leaders celebrated the top faculty members of the year during the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium annual awards dinner May 6 at the Parr Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Technical training students gain learning connectivity through expanded Wi-Fi project
May 4, 2023 — In an effort to advance learning opportunities for Airmen, and enable training and education from any device, Air Education and Training Command officials have expanded a project installing commercial wireless internet across the command and into all training dormitories... MORE

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U.S. Air Force Academy hosts 12th Flying Training Wing members at leadership conference
May 2, 2023 — Members of the 12th Flying Training Wing attended a unit-led multi-day leadership conference at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from April 4-6... MORE

Civilian Individual Development Plans mandatory for Department of the Air Force civilians
April 24, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force provided a guidance memorandum, dated April 5, 2023, emphasizing the mandatory requirement for civilian Individual Development Plans, or IDPs. IDPs are useful for goal development and career planning, as well as for helping employees successfully perform their jobs and meet expectations... MORE

San Antonio Market aims to improve access to healthcare with new initiatives
April 20, 2023 — From pharmacy lockers to a new mobile app, the San Antonio Market has launched several initiatives in recent months aimed at helping beneficiaries navigate their military medical care... MORE

Air Force Cyber Direct Commissioning Program enhancement helps to onboard future cyber cfficers
April 19, 2023 — The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce... MORE

The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce. Leveraging this authority allows the Air Force to fulfill critical technical skills desired by various missions throughout the service. This program reduces the training cycle for officers and accelerates the onboarding process to meet urgent and future mission needs.

Airmen and Guardians invited to DAF Learning Services quarterly 'Water Cooler' Apr. 26
April 19, 2023 — Open to all Airmen and Guardians, the next Department of the Air Force Learning Services "Water Cooler" event is scheduled for April 26 beginning at 2:30 p.m. central time... MORE

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JBSA-Randolph member wins President’s Volunteer Service Award
April 17, 2023 — The President’s Volunteer Service Award was created in 2003 to highlight the importance of volunteerism in America. The award honors those who spent significant time creating a positive impact in their community through volunteering. This year, a Team Randolph member will collect this prestigious award. ... MORE

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Nicole Reddick (left), 502nd Force Support Group, presents a certificate for the President’s Volunteer Service Award to Marshall Lamont, 15-year-old, Apr. 1, 2023, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Lamont earned the award by earning over 70 hours of volunteer time. The award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, as well.

SECAF updated on recruiting efforts, meets local recruiters
April 11, 2023 — Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Air Force Recruiting Service April 4 to discuss the Air Force's ability to attract and recruit Airmen... MORE