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Registration now open for Armed Forces Series Challenge
January 5, 2024 — Registration for the Armed Forces Series Challenge, the military’s newest road race competition, is now open. Beginning in 2024, runners completing the Air Force Marathon, Army Ten-Miler, Coast Guard Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon and Space Force T-Minus 10-Miler will receive an Armed Forces Series Challenge medal upon completion of their final race... MORE

Armed Force Series Challenge medal graphic. Lower right reads Display Your Grit #RunWithTheTroops

Air Force Marathon registration prices to increase Feb. 7
January 5, 2024 — As winter rolls by and race training picks up, Air Force Marathon participants can save on their race entry fees if they register by Feb. 6. ... MORE

Rare open season for Survivor Benefit Plan through Jan. 1, 2024
February 16, 2023 — A rare open season for the Survivor Benefit Plan began on Dec. 23, 2022, providing retirees who receive retired pay or former members who are unenrolled and awaiting retired pay the opportunity to enroll now... MORE

USAF AFPIMS Placeholder (Air Force graphic by Darius Parker)

Scholarships for Military Children program accepting applications
January 6, 2023 — Applications have opened in the Scholarships for Military Children program for the 2023-2024 academic year. The program, entering its 23rd year, recognizes military family contributions to fighting-force readiness and celebrates the commissary’s role in enhancing the quality of life. Fisher House Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping service members, veterans and their families, administers the program... MORE

Stay connected with Air Force Marathon app
September 9, 2022 — The Air Force Marathon app is another way race organizers are enhancing the experience for all participants, including runners, spectators and volunteers, with an informative and interactive way to take part in Air Force Marathon weekend, Sept. 15-17... MORE

Keep sun safety in mind to prevent skin cancer
July 25, 2022 — Whether you spend time outdoors hiking, swimming or just relaxing in the backyard, limiting exposure to the sun’s harmful rays must be a priority.According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3... MORE

Commentary: Hello, is anyone listening?
February 11, 2022 — Supervisors and employees who demonstrate genuine regard for human dignity and respect toward one another will encounter less stress and work-related issues necessitating higher-level intervention... MORE

Air Force Marathon expands military discount to veterans, military service members for 2022 registration
November 15, 2021 — The 2022 Air Force Marathon is gearing up for registration on Jan. 1 with the new year arriving.Along with active duty, Reservists, and National Guard members, discounts will be also offered to... MORE

Air Force studies fatigue and sleep to enhance readiness
January 2, 2020 — The Air Force is studying sleep habits among Airmen to find ways to improve performance and ensure their readiness to support the mission... MORE

A U.S. Air Force Airman sleeps inside a C-17 Globemaster III during a flight over an undisclosed location in support of Operation Freedom Sentinel, Jan. 22, 2018. Airmen supporting OFS work to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a safe haven for al Qaeda and international extremist groups. (U.S. Air Force illustration)