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Kendall explains why success in space requires ‘transformational change’
April 20, 2023 — Emphasizing that space capabilities are “important to our strategy of integrated deterrence” and the reason U.S. Space Force must drive “transformational” change, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall offered a blunt assessment April 19 of the challenges today in space but also optimism that the United States would maintain its dominance in that domain. ... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall delivers his keynote speech during the Space Foundation's Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 19, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

Air Force Cyber Direct Commissioning Program enhancement helps to onboard future cyber cfficers
April 19, 2023 — The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce... MORE

The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce. Leveraging this authority allows the Air Force to fulfill critical technical skills desired by various missions throughout the service. This program reduces the training cycle for officers and accelerates the onboarding process to meet urgent and future mission needs.

Air Force Security Forces Center Information Fusion Cell enhances installation security
April 19, 2023 — The Air Force Security Forces Center Information Fusion Cell has incorporated a new tool to further protect installation resources and personnel. The Defense Department’s current emphasis on installation security led AFSFC, a primary subordinate unit of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, to implement the Air Force-wide gathering and reporting of attempted unauthorized breaches by foreign nationals at all installations... MORE

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Air Force releases Global Futures Report: Joint Functions in 2040
April 13, 2023 — The report incorporates findings using Foresight Methodology to identify key forces and factors that will drive or constrain how the service will fight in 2040... MORE

SECAF updated on recruiting efforts, meets local recruiters
April 11, 2023 — Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Air Force Recruiting Service April 4 to discuss the Air Force's ability to attract and recruit Airmen... MORE

AFIMSC celebrates eight years of global I&MS support
April 6, 2023 — Eight years ago, on April 6, 2015, the Air Force activated the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, one of six specialized centers assigned to Air Force Materiel Command. With a mission to deliver globally integrated installation and mission support, AFIMSC combined the strengths, skills and expertise of six field operating agencies and major command and headquarters Air Force I&MS functions under one roof... MORE

Eight years ago, on April 6, 2015, the Air Force activated the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, one of six specialized centers assigned to Air Force Materiel Command.

Air Force Civil Engineer Center hosts Compass 2023 Geospatial Event
April 5, 2023 — Compass 2023, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center's annual geospatial training and network event, is open for registration. The event takes place April 11-13 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio... MORE

Compass 2023 presents week of learning, sharing geospatial solutions April 11-14

Air Force assessing communities’ interest in restoration advisory boards
April 4, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force is soliciting input from local communities to determine if there is support for forming environmental Restoration Advisory Boards at more than 60 active and closed installations... MORE

Air Force officials led an orientation event in Oscoda, Michigan, Aug. 2 for members of the newly formed Wurtsmith Restoration Advisory Board

DOD announces new bereavement leave benefit for service members
March 31, 2023 — The Defense Department announced new non-chargeable, paid bereavement leave benefit for service members... MORE

The DOD seal was first authorized for official use on Aug. 22, 1949, by Defense Secretary Louis Johnson, when the National Military Establishment was redesignated the Department of Defense. The DOD seal’s use is restricted to official DOD top leader correspondence, legal documents, reports, memoranda, ceremonial booklets, certificates and awards. (Graphic by the Department of Defense)

DOD increases efforts to bring small businesses into defense industrial base 
March 24, 2023 — Over the past eight years, the Defense Department has met its small business prime contracting goals, but more can be done, the director of the DOD's Office of Small Business Programs said... MORE

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Under Secretary of the Air Force testifies on recruiting
March 23, 2023 — The senior leader testified to the Senate Armed Services Committee about recruiting challenges currently facing the Department of the Air Force... MORE

Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of Under Secretary of the Air Force, testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee on military recruiting challenges in Washington, D.C., March 22, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

DOD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families
March 23, 2023 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families... MORE

Air Force environmental restoration chief receives Trailblazer Award
March 17, 2023 — Air Force Civil Engineer Center Environmental Restoration Program Management Chief Kenny Johnson was recently awarded the Science Spectrum Trailblazer Award during the 2023 Black Engineer of the Year Awards Gala in National Harbor, Maryland. He was one of 23 Department of the Air Force members celebrated for their contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics... MORE

Group photo taken at the BEYA awards gala in Maryland.

Brown says Airmen must be comfortable with ‘discomfort’ to drive change the Air Force needs
March 13, 2023 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. delivers his keynote speech “Airmen in the Fight” during the Air and Space Forces Association 2023 Warfare Symposium... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. delivers his keynote speech “Airmen in the Fight” during the Air and Space Forces Association 2023 Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., March 7, 2023. Brown emphasized that the service must adapt and reform to ensure that its distinctive history is maintained. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

Air Force secures additional funding for recruitment incentive programs
March 13, 2023 — The Air Force is reinstating the Enlisted College Loan Repayment Program to align enlistment incentives with sister services and further enhancing its current recruitment strategy... MORE

Developmental special experiences with AFROTC, USAFA, FBI highlighted in quarterly spotlight
March 13, 2023 — Developmental Special Experiences provide Air and Space Professionals opportunities more than just education and training opportunities, they help the service build the Airmen needed for the future high-end fight... MORE

DAWN-ED program seeks advanced degree applicants for 2024 academic year
March 7, 2023 — Advanced degree opportunities are advertised through MyVector, and the Developing the Airmen We Need/Education, or DAWN-ED, program, which is DAF-funded and managed by Air Education and Training Command, is one such opportunity. DAWN-ED information will be available on MyPers starting in mid-April 2023, and the application window runs May 1 through June 14, 2023... MORE

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Air Force to eliminate PFAS-containing foam from hangar fire suppression systems
March 3, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force is on track to be the first service to meet the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act requirement to shut down all hangar fire suppression systems that dispense Aqueous Film Forming Foam... MORE

The Air Force to lockout/tagout AFFF tanks and systems from hangar fire suppression systems by early 2023.

Department of the Air Force updates policies, procedures to recruit for the future
March 2, 2023 — Throughout the upcoming months, a Barriers to Service Cross-Functional Team is examining existing policies and procedures to ensure they reflect the service members needed for the future... MORE

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Shannon Fairburn and Master Sgt. Lewis Staubs ensure Airmen in the 167th Materiel Management Flight are wearing their service dress uniforms in accordance with dress and appearance standards during a uniform inspection, Nov. 6, 2022, at the 167th Airlift Wing, Shepherd Field, Martinsburg, West Virginia

DAF issues guidance on COVID-related adverse actions; Religious Accommodation Requests
February 27, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force has issued guidance on removal of adverse actions and handling of Religious Accommodation Requests related to refusal of COVID-19 vaccinations effective Feb. 24... MORE

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