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Securing the ultimate high ground: how the Space Force is revolutionizing airborne target tracking
April 29, 2026 — The U.S. Space Force is looking to secure the tactical high ground through its Space-Based Airborne Moving Target Indicator program: an initiative designed to provide the joint force with persistent vigilance over the battlefield, tracking airborne threats continuously from space... MORE

The U.S. Space Force is responsible for maintaining the Global Positioning System.

B-21 Raider accelerates delivery of long-range strike capability
April 15, 2026 — The B-21 Raider program continues to accelerate the delivery of long-range strike capability, with aerial refueling via a KC-135 Stratotanker demonstrating the rapid maturation of the weapon system... MORE

A U.S. Air Force B-21 Raider conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker. The B-21 program exemplifies the Department of the Air Force's warfighting-focused acquisition mindset, leveraging digital engineering and modern production to deliver a mature, highly capable system at speed. The B-21's efficiency and flexibility will provide a survivable, unpredictable deterrent force, forming the backbone of America’s future bomber force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Modernized IT Storefront to replace sunsetting GSA Advantage
April 9, 2026 — The platform allows procurement officials to purchase compliant IT products and manage orders through an approval process... MORE

DAF updates SkillBridge policy balancing operational readiness, transition assistance
April 3, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force updated its Air Force and Space Force SkillBridge programs to balance operational readiness and transition assistance to Airmen and Guardians... MORE

World Class Athlete Program showcases Air Force excellence ahead of Winter Olympics
February 10, 2026 — As the world prepares for the upcoming Winter Olympic Games, the DAF is spotlighting the Air Force WCAP, a unique initiative that develops elite competitors while strengthening military readiness... MORE

A USA Olympic teammember sleds down the tube.

AETC medical groups second phase of AFMEDCOM transition
December 29, 2025 — The Air Force moved all remaining Air Education and Training Command medical groups into the newly formed Air Force Medical Command as part of the second phase of the Air Force Medical Service’s restructure, effective Dec. 2... MORE

The 59th Medical Wing transitions from Air Education and Training Command to Air Force Medical Command on Sept. 9, 2025.

Department of the Air Force provides updates on recent efforts
December 2, 2025 — In a memorandum to commanders, Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.” In March 2024, several initiatives were announced to prepare the Air Force for competition. Since that announcement, fluctuations in priorities, resources, and methods have led to significant changes in those efforts... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday: Section Chief, Customer Service and Administrative Support
June 9, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! This week, we highlight Tech. Sgt. Jean P. Ramos Rupa and his dedication to keeping Airmen and Guardians mission ready as the section chief of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Customer Service and Administrative Support... MORE

AFIMSC Portrait: Capt. William Mitchell
May 14, 2025 — AFIMSC Portrait highlights Capt. William Mitchell, a budget analyst with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Financial Management Directorate, working closely with senior leaders to craft guidance and provide decision support on enterprise requirements... MORE

AFIMSC Portrait graphic with name of individual, official photo, and AFIMSC shield located at center

Foreign intel job scams target current, former DOD employees
April 22, 2025 — When a social media message pops up offering a high-paying consulting job from an unknown recruiter, it’s easy to be intrigued, but think twice. For many current and former members of the Department of the Air Force, and increasingly, across the entire U.S. government workforce, this is the first step in a recruitment scheme by foreign intelligence entities, officials warn. ... MORE

A U.S. Air Force member posts a status update containing sensitive information regarding their deployed spouse's movements on a personal Facebook page. An unknown, unintended agent is able to gather that information from the internet and utilize it any way they wish

Mission Monday: Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program
April 21, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! This week, we highlight Tonda Sallee, a program management specialist with the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Branch, or REPI, at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday graphic with official photo of Tonda Sallee allong with AFCEC shield beside her photo.

Mission Monday: AFICC Enterprise Solutions Support Directorate
April 7, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! Meet Maj. Jacquelyn Stringfield, deputy director for the Air Force Installation Contracting Center’s Enterprise Solutions Support Directorate at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday graphic with Maj. Stringfield's official photo.

AFIMSC celebrates 10 years of making Air Force success its mission
April 7, 2025 — On April 6, 2015, the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center was activated to centralize management support and consolidate enterprise-level installation and mission support operations to help commanders focus on their primary mission areas. Ten years later, AFIMSC is celebrating its remarkable journey of growth, innovation and mission success... MORE

Surviving Sunday: Former Airman credits fitness, safety course for survival
April 4, 2025 — The distance between his motorcycle and the broad side of a box truck closes quicker than he can form a thought. He doesn’t think, he reacts with front brake, rear brake, no clutch and then his body and his bike slam into the stalled vehicle... MORE

Collin Cox poses with his helmet for a photograph.

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.

Mission Monday: AFCEC’s Business Info Systems and Mission Support Directorate
March 17, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! Meet Denise Renaghan, a functional lead and senior technical advisor for the Automated Readiness Information System, ARIS, and Fire and Emergency Services – Information Management System, FES-IMS, at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center Business Info Systems and Mission Support Directorate at JBSA-Lackland... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday template with official photo of Ms. Reneghan

AFIMSC members earn 2024 Air Force Civil Engineer Awards
March 10, 2025 — Five Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center members recently won 2024 Air Force Civil Engineer Awards for their outstanding performance this past year... MORE

2024 USAF CE Awards graphic displaying the trophies for the awards

AFIMSC delivers partnerships to benefit bases, communities
March 3, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is connecting installations with their local communities to enhance mission effectiveness and strengthen ties... MORE

Airmen lay down in prone position to prepare for shooting an M4 Carbine rifle.

Mission Monday: Air Force Installation Contracting Center Contracting Officer
February 24, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! Meet Melissa Hayhurst, a contracting officer in the Air Force Installation Contracting Center... MORE

AFIMSC Mission Monday graphic with Ms. Melissa Hayhurst's official photo and AFICC shield embedded.

Kendall offers vision for the Air Force, Space Force of 2050
January 14, 2025 — Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall offers his vision for the security challenges the Air Force and Space Force could face in 2050 and what is needed to properly respond... MORE