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Allvin: Aligning Air Force’s approach is key to reoptimizing for Great Power Competition
May 3, 2024 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin discusses the need to solidify the Air Force’s currently splintered approach and unify the fragmented nature of planning and operations... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin speaks at the McAleese Defense Programs Conference in Washington, D.C., March 7, 2024. Allvin discussed future Air Force priorities and programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

Air Force updates mental health care policies, lowers barriers
May 2, 2024 — The Air Force’s mental health waiver policy in both the Air Force’s Medical Standards Directory and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Guide has been updated to allow for Airmen to receive 60 days of treatment for mental health concerns before a return to duty waiver to fly is required... MORE

U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, delivers remarks during the Phoenix Rally conference at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, April 29, 2024. Spring Phoenix Rally brought together more than 300 Total Force Mobility Air Force leaders and spouses to discuss Warrior Heart, Air Mobility Command's strategy and priorities, and how to work together to ensure the Mobility Air Force is ready to deliver Rapid Global Mobility across the Joint Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Do)

Air Force to begin accepting warrant officer applications
April 25, 2024 — The Air Force is now accepting applications for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields... MORE

The Air Force is now accepting applications from April 25 to May 31, 2024, for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

CSAF 23 Letter to Airmen – Following Through
April 15, 2024 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin released his latest letter to Airmen, following up on his previous letter... MORE

Political activity Dos and Don’ts for Airmen, Guardians, DOD employees
April 15, 2024 — We can expect many opportunities for citizens to participate in the democratic process but with this in mind, it is important to be aware of specific guidelines that apply to service members and federal employees on acceptable behavior. ... MORE

Kendall, Allvin, Saltzman urge modernization while warning Senate of delayed budgets
April 10, 2024 — Kendall, Allvin and Saltzman’s official purpose during the hearing was to explain the department’s $217.5 billion budget request for the 2025 fiscal year which begins Oct. 1... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall testifies before the Senate Appropriations Committee on the fiscal year 2025 budget requests for the Department of the Air Force and Space Force at the Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., April 9, 2024. Kendall was joined by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman during the hearing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

Rebranded Key Spouse Program allows flexibility to support families
March 14, 2024 — The Department of the Air Force announced the Key Spouse Program is changing to the Commander’s Key Support Program, at the annual major command spouse conference, March 13-15... MORE

Air Force releases senior master sergeant promotion cycle statistics
March 14, 2024 — Air Force officials have selected 1,734 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 15,151 eligible for a selection rate of 11.44 percent in the 24E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities... MORE

United States Space Force rolls out new Physical Training Uniform at BMT
March 11, 2024 — The United States Space Force began the roll-out of its Physical Training Uniform on March 8, when it was provided to the newest Basic Military Training Guardian trainees... MORE

DAF publishes revised dress, personal appearance instruction
March 1, 2024 — The Department of the Air Force republished its dress and personal appearance instruction to simplify, clarify and amplify many changes for Airmen and Guardians serving world-wide... MORE

DAF leaders lock arms, present plan to reoptimize Air Force, Space Force
February 13, 2024 — DAF leaders outlined 24 specific decisions during a panel discussion at the AFA Warfare Symposium. The decisions will position the services to better confront China and maintain the hard-won superiority in air and space... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall leads the panel discussion “Reoptimizing for Great Power Competition: A Senior Leaders Discussion” with Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller Kristyn Jones, performing the duties of the Under Secretary of the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin and Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman during the Air and Space Forces Association 2024 Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., Feb. 12, 2024.

Air Force retired officers, enlisted members can rejoin active duty to offset personnel shortfalls
February 8, 2024 — The Voluntary Retired Return to Active Duty, or VRRAD, program is a strategic enabler to embrace experienced talent, tapping into a valuable resource of retired members to fill critical roles to close the gap against our peer competitors... MORE

CMSAF prioritizes quality of life at House hearing
February 1, 2024 — Department of the Air Force senior leaders testified before the House Armed Services Committee Quality of Life Panel on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C... MORE

Gen. Jim Slife promoted to general, assumes AF’s second highest military position
January 1, 2024 — Air Force Gen. Jim Slife formally received his fourth star during a ceremony celebrating his promotion and new position as the Air Force Vice Chief of Staff on Dec. 29, 2023, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C... MORE

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen CQ Brown, Jr. administers the Oath of Office to newly appointed Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Jim Slife during a ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Dec 29, 2023.

Chief Master Sgt. David A. Flosi named 20th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
December 11, 2023 — Chief Master Sgt. David A. Flosi was selected to be the 20th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force... MORE

Air Force announces FY24 Experienced Aviator Retention Incentive, Rated Officer Retention Demonstration Programs
November 30, 2023 — The Air Force recently announced the opening of two Regular Air Force FY24 Aviation Bonus programs... MORE

U.S. Air Force upgrades eye protection for aircrew
November 20, 2023 — Comprised of eight different devices and known as the Block 3 family of products, the eyewear will provide protection from laser threats and introduces a combined laser and ballistic protection capability for the first time... MORE

A B-52 aircrew member participating in a laser eye protection test. (U.S. Air Force/courtesy photo)

Reserve Component launches direct commission program; constructive service credit for cyberspace warfare operations career field
November 16, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force has announced that the Air Reserve component has initiated a direct commission and constructive service credit program memo for people interested in serving in the cyber security and cyberspace warfare operations career fields... MORE

A U.S. Air National Guard Cyber Security Operations specialist assigned to the 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota Air National Guard, inspects electrical components for radio communication at the Duluth, Minn., Air National Guard Base on Mar. 07, 2023. Cyber Security Operations specialists provide the best and most secure systems and ensure they operate properly while remaining secure from outside intrusion. (Air National Guard Photo by Airman 1st Class Tylin Rust)

CSAF 23 Letter to Airmen
November 7, 2023 — The letter serves as a rallying call for Airmen to continue their exceptional service and adapt to the evolving demands of national security... MORE

Senate confirms Allvin to be Air Force’s 23rd chief of staff
November 6, 2023 — Allvin, who was nominated for the job by President Biden, formerly served as Air Force Vice Chief of Staff. He succeeds Gen. CQ Brown Jr., who is now serving as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff... MORE

Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David W. Allvin is sworn in as the Air Force’s 23rd Chief of Staff