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Around the Air Force: X-37B returns from space, new concierge cell aids pilots, True North+
March 21, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle successfully landed, a new pilot concierge cell helps with transitions from active duty to Reserve, and CSAF Allvin consolidates two of the service’s largest preventative, readiness and resiliency programs... MORE

Hegseth says Air, Space forces key to deterring, engaging in future conflicts
March 21, 2025 — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remarked on the value of the Air Force and Space Force in both deterring and engaging in future military conflicts while speaking at the Department of the Air Force Summit... MORE

A man in a business suit is standing behind a podium gesturing with his hands. In front of him, roughly two dozen people are seated, watching him speak.

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

Around the Air Force: More Air Force, Space Force priorities, flexible spending accounts
March 14, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Allvin describes his strategy for defending the homeland and meeting the nation’s security priorities, Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman outlines the USSF’s path to ensure space superiority, and enrollment opens for a new Health Care FSA benefit... MORE

In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin describes his strategy for defending the homeland and meeting the nation’s security priorities, Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman outlines the Space Force’s path to ensure space superiority, and enrollment opens for a new Health Care Flexible Spending Account benefit for service members.

DAF senior leaders highlight warrior ethos, lethality during NCLS
March 13, 2025 — U.S. military general officers and senior enlisted advisors headlined a senior leader panel during the 32nd annual National Character and Leadership Symposium at the U.S. Air Force Academy on Feb. 21... MORE

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, left, speaks during a senior leader panel during the National Character and Leadership Symposium at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Feb. 21, 2025. Allvin and three other senior officials spoke to cadets, faculty, service members, visiting undergraduate students and community leaders during the hour-long session. Allvin emphasized the importance of warrior ethos, deterrence and innovation throughout the U.S. Air Force to set conditions for success on future battlefields. (US. Air Force photo by Dylan Smith)

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

Top Space Force, Air Force enlisted leaders discuss readiness, leadership
March 6, 2025 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force Jon Bentivegna and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi discussed key challenges and strategies to prepare enlisted personnel for future conflicts... MORE

Air Force designates two Mission Design Series for collaborative combat aircraft
March 5, 2025 — The U.S. Air Force announced the designation of two Mission Design Series within its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program today: the YFQ-42A (General Atomics) and the YFQ-44A (Anduril)... MORE

Air Force aims to instill warrior ethos, increase lethality
March 5, 2025 — The Air Force is aligning with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's priorities, says Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin, while saving taxpayer dollars and redirecting them into combat readiness... MORE

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Allvin advocates for ‘more Air Force’ to offer President ‘more options’
March 4, 2025 — While confronting volatile adversaries abroad but with new leadership at home, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin described his strategy for defending the homeland... MORE

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

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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.

Hegseth addresses strengthening military by cutting excess, refocusing DOD budget
February 21, 2025 — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed his priorities of strengthening the military by cutting fiscal fraud, waste and abuse at DOD while also finding ways to refocus the department's budget... MORE

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers remarks while seated in an office.

Heritage lays foundation for Air Force Basic Military Training
February 12, 2025 — During the first week of training called Zero Week, Air Force Basic Military Training introduces trainees to "Airmindedness," a fundamental lesson showcasing the rich heritage and achievements that have shaped today's Air Force... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Allan Zajac, training NCOIC for the 323rd Training Squadron, facilitates guided discussion about Airmindedness to basic military trainees during Zero Week, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Kate Anderson)

Air Force kicks off roadshow, prepares Airmen for ‘Units of Action’ implementation
February 3, 2025 — This structural change increases the ability for commanders to focus on their mission and enables the creation of an Air Force "Unit of Action" capable of deploying as a cohesively trained and highly effective team of warrior Airmen. ... MORE

Department of the Air Force releases memorandum on initial return to in-person work implementation plan
February 1, 2025 — The Department of the Air Force released a memorandum on Initial Return to In-Person Work Implementation Plan... MORE

Air Force provides airlift support for NORTHCOM border mission
January 31, 2025 — This effort aims to enhance security and logistical capabilities as border enforcement agencies manage evolving challenges to protect the sovereignty of the United States... MORE

DAF Safety announces next generation safety reporting
January 30, 2025 — The next iteration of digital safety reporting is here with the release of the new SAFEREP App... MORE

Department of Defense augments USCPB in removal flight efforts
January 28, 2025 — Under the direction of U.S. Northern Command, U.S. Transportation Command is supporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement removal flights by providing military airlift... MORE

Illegal aliens await takeoff for a removal flight.

Around the Air Force: Real ID ready, C-17 fuel-saving tech, training aircraft update
January 24, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, visitor access to military bases and some federal installations will be required to present Real ID credentials, microvane drag technology will modernize the C-17 Globemaster III fleet, and updates for the T-7A Red Hawk training aircraft... MORE