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Pilot Training Next, Air Force ROTC partner for distance learning instruction
February 11, 2020
Pilot Training Next helped make Air Force ROTC history while pushing the limits of technology and training during their recent partnership with Clarkson University.

AETC partners with UTSA to refine pilot candidate selection
February 7, 2020
In an effort to gain more insight into the predictable attributes of a successful pilot training candidate, Air Education and Training Command turned to the data analytics program at the University of Texas-San Antonio to help them continue their efforts to refine and validate the Pilot Candidate Selection Method as part of an Educational Partnership Agreement. (U.S. Air Force graphic / Dan Hawkins)

Air Force Chief of Staff offers optimistic update on AF’s evolution, future
January 28, 2020
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein during an appearance Jan. 27 at the Center for a New American Security, emphasized the importance of a strong presence in space and the need to harness data. Both, he said, are central to ensuring that the Air Force is able to meet and prevail against modern-day threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

AETC, AMC team up on VR solutions for modern C-130 training
January 27, 2020
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kenneth Renfrow, 19th Maintenance Group maintenance qualifications training instructor, uses a virtual reality headset

Air Force Aid Society launches new enhancements to its mobile budget app
January 15, 2020
Air Force Air Society

Air Force moving to comply with new certification requirements for Security Cooperation Workforce
January 14, 2020
The Air Force is moving aggressively to comply with new certification requirements for military and civilian Airmen assigned to positions in the Security Cooperation Workforce.

Air Force to solicit 75th birthday theme ideas
January 6, 2020
In preparation for the Air Force’s 75th anniversary, Sept. 18, 2022, the Air Force is soliciting birthday theme ideas from Total Force Airmen and civilians. Every year in September, the Department of the Air Force dedicates a theme to celebrate the Air Force’s birthday.

Pilot Training Next begins third iteration January 2020
December 26, 2019
Royal Air Force Flight Officer Syd Janota (fore), Pilot Training Next 2.0 student, observes a fellow student flying a virtual-reality training sortie at the PTN facility at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Austin, Texas, March 18, 2019. The RAF have both a student-pilot and an instructor pilot participating in the class as they look to introduce PTN lessons learned into their flying training pipeline. (U.S. Air Force photo/Dan Hawkins)

NORAD tracks Santa
December 24, 2019
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2020 Air Force Marathon registration opens Jan. 1
December 10, 2019
The Air Force Marathon, presented by Northrop Grumman, USAA and Boeing, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020. The Health & Fitness Expo is held at Wright State University’s Nutter Center and is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 17, and Friday, Sept. 18. The event will also feature a Breakfast of Champions and Gourmet Pasta Dinner scheduled for Friday, Sept. 18. Get more information about the race at www.usafmarathon.com. (U.S. Air Force photo/Michelle Gigante)

Veterans with Veteran Health ID Card can shop at Military Exchange starting Jan. 1
December 5, 2019
The Defense Department has announced expanded commissary, Military Service Exchange and MWR access beginning Jan. 1, 2020, and established a standard for physical access to military installations. Veterans and primary family caregivers who are eligible and want to take advantage of in-person benefits must have a Veterans Health Identification Card, or VHIC. Primary family caregivers must have an eligibility letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Community Care.

Air Force Housing Helpline connects residents to support they seek
December 3, 2019
The Air Force Civil Engineer Center's step-by-step guide to the established privatized housing dispute resolution process.

Air Force releases FY20 Selective Retention Bonus program
November 26, 2019

Air Force says CBD products not ok to use, may cause positive drug test
November 19, 2019
Cannabidiol (CBD) oil and related products are prohibited under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and Air Force Instruction 36-3208. Because of this, military service members should avoid using any product with CBD as it could result in a positive drug test.

AFIMSC announces topics for I-WEPTAC 2020
November 12, 2019
AFIMSC Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference 2020 graphic

Required financial readiness training for Reserve coming in November
November 6, 2019
Beginning Nov. 15, financial readiness training will be required for all Reserve Airmen at defined key points throughout their military career.

Barrett publicly sworn in as secretary of the Air Force
November 4, 2019
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Air Force announces NCO Career Status Program for Airmen with 12 years of service
October 30, 2019
AF rolls out Career Status Program

Air Force releases criteria for new Remote Combat Effects Campaign Medal
October 29, 2019
Remote Combat Effects Campaign Medal

Ollie Crawford: AF advocate laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery (Video)
August 5, 2019