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Junior NCOs step up to lead the U.S. Air Force
March 19, 2025 — Six years ago, Staff Sgt. Michael Arumugam began his military career scared of what the future held. “It wasn't me at first. I'm not a very loud, outspoken person, but once I joined the military, it gave me more of a purpose and made me realize that I do have a meaning,” Arumugam said. “This is what I'm serving for: to keep my grandparents safe, the people in the United States safe, and keeping the threats abroad.” ... MORE

Staff Sgt. Michael Arumugam (center), Air Force Personnel Center and assistant noncommissioned officer-in-charge, receives his certificate of promotion during a noncommissioned officer ceremony at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Parr Club, Jan. 31, 2025.

Junior NCOs trusted, empowered professionals
February 12, 2025 — From their very first day as noncommissioned officers, junior NCOs are reminded of their responsibility to the Air Force and to the Airmen they will now lead... MORE

U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Cain (center), 12th Flying Training Wing, stands with honorees at an induction ceremony for noncommissioned officers at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 31, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kathryn Reaves)