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STARR and Stripes Programs reward Airmen and Guardians referrals
July 16, 2025 — Airmen and Guardians are eligible for decorations or promotions through recruiting referrals under the Airman and Guardian Referral Program. Two programs, Stellar Talent Acquisition Recruiting Referral and Stripes for Referrals, aim to incentivize all Airmen and Guardians to inspire the next generation to serve in the Air Force and Space Force. ... MORE

The Stellar Talent Acquisition Recruiting Referral and Stripes for Referrals programs are tools used by current service members to refer new recruits through the AIM HIGH app, May 18, 2023. STARR aims to incentivize all Airmen and Guardians to inspire the next generation to serve in the Air Force and Space Force, see more in DAFMAN 36-2806 and DAFMAN 36-2032. (U.S. Air Force Illustration)

Air Force updates, clarifies DAFI 36-2903 guidance
July 11, 2025 — The Air Force updated its dress and personal appearance instruction to provide clear guidance for Airmen serving worldwide... MORE

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Air Force Week in Photos
July 11, 2025 — This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force... MORE

Around the Air Force: Department level exercise, aeromedical readiness, recruiting exceeds goals
July 11, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, a DLE kicks off in multiple locations across the U.S. States and Indo-Pacific, a TAES exercise tests patient movement capabilities in contested environments, and the Air Force exceeds annual recruiting goals with its strongest DEP in the past decade... MORE

Around the Air Force: Funding the force, optimizing capabilities, defending the homeland
July 3, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Department of the Air Force leaders testify before a Senate defense subcommittee on the 2026 fiscal year budget, prioritizing defending the homeland and bolstering defenses in the Indo-Pacific region. ... MORE

Air Force and Space Force exceed annual recruiting goals, demonstrating Americans’ desire to serve
July 1, 2025 — The Department of the Air Force achieved 100% of its annual recruitment goal three months ahead of schedule, a testament to the enduring appeal of service and the effectiveness of modernized recruiting strategies... MORE

U.S. Air Force and Space Force recruiting

Recruitment Task Force seeks to capitalize on 2025 enlistment surge
June 30, 2025 — The Recruitment Task Force, a 12-month effort established by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, brings together recruiters, data analysts, lawyers and public affairs specialists, who will aim to translate this year's momentum into an enduring advantage... MORE

A military officer in a utility uniform stands with his right hand on the shoulder of a young person in a T-shirt. Other service members in similar uniforms are visible in the background.

Around the Air Force: Human-machine teaming, sonic boom research, survivable communication networks
June 27, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, human-machine teaming for better decision-making in battle sprints forward, researchers study the impact of sonic booms, and Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal system enhances warfighting with a strategic communication network... MORE

Air Force leaders testify on expanding air, space dominance
June 27, 2025 — During a hearing in Washington, Air Force senior leaders told a Senate defense subcommittee that the department's fiscal year 2026 budget request prioritizes defending the homeland and bolstering defenses in the Indo-Pacific region, where China is the pacing threat. ... MORE

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Around the Air Force: AFAS expands support, DOD child care initiative, microreactor pilot project
June 23, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the Air Force Aid Society announces new aid categories to support DAF families; DoD is expanding child care initiatives to provide more options to military families; and Eielson AFB reaches a groundbreaking milestone for U.S. energy security... MORE

Around the Air Force: Risk and Readiness, Project Magellan, Pilot Training Overhaul
June 16, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the Air Force Safety Center announces Phase II of the Chief of Staff’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign, Project Magellan earns international recognition by winning the 2025 Founder’s Award, and AETC aims to train 1,500 pilots per year... MORE

Around the Air Force: Risk and Readiness, Project Magellan, Pilot Training Overhaul
June 13, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, the Air Force Safety Center announces Phase II of the Chief of Staff’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign, Project Magellan earns international recognition by winning the 2025 Founder’s Award, and AETC aims to train 1,500 pilots per year... MORE

AFAS expands financial support, launches streamlined application to better serve Airmen, Guardians
June 9, 2025 — The Air Force Aid Society announced a series of bold changes aimed at better supporting the evolving needs of Airmen, Guardians, and their families... MORE

Around the Air Force: U.S. Air Force Academy Commencement, Modernizing Pilot Training, Hurricane Hunters
June 9, 2025 — In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink delivers a commencement address to the U.S. Air Force Academy's class of 2025, the T-7A Red Hawk is the future of pilot training, and Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters are ready for the Atlantic hurricane season... MORE

Caine calls on industry: 'Focus on fighting the next war, not fighting the last war'
June 5, 2025 — Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, called upon the community of innovators driving America's efforts on artificial intelligence to unite with the joint force during the AI+ Expo in Washington... MORE

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Last Week in DOD: Additional DOGE savings, strengthening VA partnership, homeschool review
June 3, 2025 — Last week, the Defense Department announced the Department of Government Efficiency found additional savings, a strengthening partnership with the Department of Veteran's Affairs and recognizing the importance of homeschooling for military families... MORE

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Air Force secretary tells Air Force Academy grads Indo-Pacific will be 'your generation's fight'
May 30, 2025 — During a commencement speech at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Air Force Secretary Troy E. Meink told graduating cadets the U.S. Indo-Pacific region will be the primary focus of military conflict in the coming years. ... MORE

Air Force closing FY25 Selective Retention Bonus program
May 22, 2025 — The Air Force is closing new applications for the fiscal year 2025 selective retention bonus program due to high retention rates and projected full execution of the program’s budget. The Air Force opened the FY25 SRB program in December 2024 and is taking action to close the program to proactively manage the budget and ensure responsible stewardship of its resources. ... MORE

27th SecAF’s first letter to the force
May 22, 2025 — Secretary of Air Force Troy E. Meink delivers his first letter to the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force... 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

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