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EFMP Family Support offers individualized Family Needs Assessments
April 12, 2021 — Airmen and Guardians in the Exceptional Family Member Program are encouraged to have a family needs assessment, or FNA, conducted upon entry into EFMP, and then again as needs emerge and family situations change... MORE

AETC officials name building in honor of retired Gen. Stephen Wilson
April 9, 2021 — Officials at Air Education Training Command named building 905 “Wilson Hall” and unveiled a plaque bearing the name and image of former U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff retired Gen. Stephen Wilson during a building dedication ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph April 9. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brad Webb (left), commander of Air Education and Training Command, and retired Gen. Stephen Wilson (right), former Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force, unveil the Wilson Hall dedication plaque April 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Wilson’s career began in AETC as a student pilot at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, followed by an assignment as a T-38 Talon instructor pilot there.

How a water polo player turned U.S. Air Force pilot inspires the next generation
April 8, 2021 — U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Jon Somogyi cruises through Converse, Texas, turning onto Judson Llane, returning to his alma mater at Judson High School. He's meeting with Air Force Junior ROTC students to... MORE

Former Water Polo player teaches teens to fly.

Talent Marketplace developing a Total Force ‘One-Stop-Shop’ assignment platform
April 8, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force is taking another step toward making Talent Marketplace the “one-stop-shop” location for Total Force Airmen and Guardians. A web-based assignment system platform focused on filling mission requirements, Talent Marketplace helps balance the art and science of assignment matching. ... MORE

Civilians can submit retirement forms electronically using myPers
April 6, 2021 — Submitting civilian retirement applications just became a little easier. Effective April 1, civilian Airmen and Guardians can now submit their electronically signed retirement forms using myPers... MORE

Submitting civilian retirement applications just became a little easier. Effective April 1, 2021, civilian Airmen and Guardians can now submit their electronically-signed retirement forms using myPers.

AETC Innovators invited to virtual iSummit April 29
April 1, 2021 — In an effort to fuel collaboration among Air Education and Training Command innovators, AETC is hosting its next virtual innovation summit from 9-10:30 a.m. April 29. The theme for the iSummit is "Driving Decisions through Data Analytics." Airmen interested in attending the virtual event can contact the Innovation Advancement Division team at aetc.a9a.workflow.2@us.af.mil... MORE

Graphic publicizing iSummit April 29 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. CST.

DAWN-ED advanced degree program accepting applications for 2022 academic year
March 31, 2021 — Active duty Department of the Air Force officers interested in the Developing the Airmen We Need-Education advanced degree program have until June 25, 2021, to apply for the 2022 academic year... MORE

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560th FTS honors Vietnam POWs at Freedom Flyer Reunion
March 30, 2021 — The 560th Flying Training Squadron honored three former Vietnam veterans during the 47th Annual Freedom Flyer Reunion at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph March 25-26... MORE

Air Force T-38 Talons assigned to the 560th Flying Training Squadron fly in formation near Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph during the 47th annual Freedom Flights March 25. The Freedom Flyer Reunion is an annual celebration recognizing the incredible service of Air Force Prisoners of War during the Vietnam War.

Consortium brings Air Force learning professionals together virtually
March 29, 2021 — Learning professionals from across the Air Force gathered virtually for a three-day event March 23 hosted by Air Education and Training Command’s A3/6 Credentialing Division. The 2021 Learning Professionals Consortium focused on developing the Airmen we need... MORE

Graphic of Air Force Learning Professionals Consortium

Technical training now includes respect as part of curriculum
March 27, 2021 — A cultural development course delivered to Airmen during their initial technical training is adding a new topic to their mandatory curriculum: respect. The decision to add the new mandatory curriculum on respect came about in recognition of the importance of diversity in our Air Force. The Airmanship series stemmed from a working group in 2019 that identified a need for reshaping and defining Airmanship in early development stages for Airmen... MORE

558th FTS student receives 2020 Air Force Academy Cadet of the Year award
March 25, 2021 — The Air Force announced the winner of the 2020 U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet of the Year earlier this year, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the award ceremony was postponed... MORE

First graduates of undergraduate pilot training 2.5 make history
March 19, 2021 — History was made March 19 as 10 new Air Force pilots received their wings after graduating from the first Undergraduate Pilot Training 2.5 program at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

CMSAF Bass part of AETC virtual mentorship ‘Panel of Mentors’ May 25; registration open now
March 19, 2021 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass, along with other senior enlisted leaders, will share her personal perspective on mentoring and the impact it has made on her personal life and career as part of a virtual panel May 25. Registration for “From Good to Great through Personal Perspectives: A Panel of Mentors” is now open. To register for the event and get the ZoomGov link, email HQAETC.A1DF.CivForceDev@us.af.mil. Registration closes May 21 and is limited to 1,000 people... MORE

Graphic with panel members images: Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass, Chief Master Sgt. Erik C. Thompson, command chief of AETC, Chief Master Sgt. Keith Castille and Chief Master Sgt. Stefan Blazier from Headquarters, Air Force A1D.

Air Force Recruiting releases Total Force Marketing Management Tool
March 18, 2021 — As Air Force Recruiting Service continues to innovate and find ways to enhance the recruiting enterprise, it released the Total Force Marketing Management Tool March 16 with the purpose of synchronizing each partner with upcoming events and enhancing communication and work processes with all the Total Force partners... MORE

Air Force Recruiting Service released the Total Force Marketing Management Tool, Mar. 16, 2021.

Air Force offers 1,300-plus summer job opportunities to qualified students
March 15, 2021 — The 2021 Summer Hire Employment Program provides students in high school, college, trade school, vocational school, and other qualifying educational programs with opportunities to work in federal departments and agencies and explore federal careers while still in school... MORE

Settlement of estates for two JBSA Airmen

'Accelerated Path to Wings' class makes history
March 12, 2021 — Seven Airmen made history as the first “Accelerated Path to Wings” program graduated and transitioned from student to Air Force pilot during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph March 12... MORE

Accelerated Path to Wings graduating class

JBSA remains a no-drone zone at all installations
March 11, 2021 — Joint Base San Antonio is a no-drone zone at all times at all installations. Launching, landing or operating unmanned or remote-controlled drones or model rockets is prohibited at all times. Many drone and unmanned aircraft systems, or UAS, users may not know that they inadvertently pose a threat to military operations. ... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio is a no-drone zone at all times at all installations. Launching, landing or operating unmanned or remote-controlled drones or model rockets is prohibited at all times. Many drone and unmanned aircraft systems, or UAS, users may not know that they inadvertently pose a threat to military operations.

Officials unveil Chapman plaque at JBSA-Randolph’s Airmen’s Heritage Park
March 11, 2021 — The late Master Sgt. John Chapman was honored during a plaque unveiling ceremony, hosted by members of the Special Warfare Training Wing at Airmen’s Heritage Park at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph March 4, 2021... MORE

The Medal of Honor plaque for Master Sgt. John Chapman was unveiled during a ceremony at Airmen’s Heritage Park at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph March 4, 2021.

Department of the Air Force selects 1,194 in senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 16
March 10, 2021 — Department of the Air Force officials have selected 1,194 (includes supplemental promotions allocations) master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 17,107 eligible for a selection rate of 6.97 percent in the 21E8 promotion cycle... MORE

Air Force Wounded Warrior Program: we are wingmen, an everlasting bond
March 9, 2021 — The Air Force Wounded Warrior, or AFW2, Program is an extension of the Air Force family, serving as Wingmen for wounded, ill, and injured warriors, caregivers and their families... MORE

The relationships an Airman creates throughout their time in the Air Force can lead to endless support throughout their career and a long-lasting network. The Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Program is an extension of the Air Force family, serving as Wingmen for wounded, ill, and injured warriors, caregivers and their families. The assistance and care that is provided during a warrior’s recovery journey can lead to lasting connections carried beyond military life. In some cases, the connection between a warrior and their Wingman is a continuation of a friendship already formed during a warrior’s Air Force career.