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USecAF gets firsthand look at AETC’s values-based approach to foundational readiness
October 6, 2021 — Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones visited Joint Base San Antonio Oct. 1-4, seeing firsthand how Air Education and Training Command ingrains dignity and respect throughout the force, and how the command implements a values-based approach to training and readiness. ... MORE

Undersecretary of the Air Force talking to Airmen.

All DOD personnel now receive continuous security vetting
October 5, 2021 — The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency has successfully enrolled all Defense Department service members, civilians and contractors with a security clearance into its current continuous vetting program... MORE

Sailors run on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.

CRAFT program helps optimize pilot training
October 5, 2021 — The Nineteenth Air Force trains students to become aircrew capable of flying every airframe in the Air Force inventory, as well as warfighters assigned to Nineteenth Air Force components, as they prepare to deploy for combat operations... MORE

The Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training, or CRAFT program is designed to prepare future student pilots with the life skills development to support long-term health and wellness.

Cost Engineering Improvement Program set for Initial Operating Capability
October 5, 2021 — A new program to certify engineers who determine costs associated with military construction projects will reach initial operating capability this month... MORE

The Air Force is implementing a new program to produce certified cost estimators within its ranks. (AFCEC graphic)

COVID-19 religious accommodation requests for Air Force members: what to expect
October 5, 2021 — For Airmen seeking a religious accommodation request, chaplains play a critical role in ensuring each request is fully considered in accordance with DAFI 52-201, Religious Freedom in the Department of the Air Force. ... MORE

Army South spouses laugh their way to stronger marriage
October 5, 2021 — U.S. Army South hosted a Strong Bonds marriage retreat for couples at a hotel located along San Antonio’s Riverwalk, Sept. 24-26... MORE

U.S. Army South co-hosts second multilateral Border Security Conference in Manaus
October 5, 2021 — U.S. Army South co-hosted the second multilateral Border Security Conference with the Brazilian Army in Manaus, Brazil, Sept. 28... MORE

SMA to Soldiers: ‘We’re more ready than we’ve ever been’
October 5, 2021 — Despite the impacts of COVID-19, the Army successfully met all its mission requirements in fiscal year 2021 including a no-notice deployment of the 82nd Airborne Division to Afghanistan in August, the service’s top enlisted leader said Sept. 30... MORE

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael A. Grinston provides feedback to Soldiers

Hicks discusses DOD issues, career advice in 'Smart Women, Smart Power'
October 5, 2021 — The first woman in the No. 2 leadership position at the Department of Defense, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks, discussed myriad military issues at the ''Smart Women, Smart Power'' event Oct. 1... MORE

A woman participates in a virtual conversation. The sign behind her indicates that she is speaking from the Pentagon.

Career assistance advisors offer developmental training across JBSA
October 5, 2021 — Enlisted, commissioned and civilian Airmen across Joint Base San Antonio can better serve the Air Force with the help of the Career Assistance Advisor program... MORE

Alamo Wing hosts civic leader flight
October 5, 2021 — Seventeen Greater San Antonio area civic leaders participated in a C-5M Super Galaxy familiarization flight at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Oct. 2... MORE

Dave Hennessee, 433rd Airlift Wing honorary commander, prepares to board a C-5M Super Galaxy cargo aircraft along with 16 other Greater San Antonio area civic leaders at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 2, 2021, for a local flight, which included an in-flight refueling demonstration. These community outreach tours are designed to connect and foster relations between the local community and the military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Wich)

Ninth episode for AETC’s Real Talk: Race and Diversity in the Air Force
October 4, 2021 — Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, commander of Air Education and Training Command, will host the ninth episode of AETC Real Talk: Race and Diversity in the Air Force, at 3 p.m. Oct. 7 on AETC’s Facebook page... MORE

Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, commander of Air Education and Training Command, will host the ninth episode of AETC Real Talk: Race and Diversity in the Air Force, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. CDT, on AETC’s Facebook page.

59th MDW: Medical readiness training through the pandemic
October 4, 2021 — The 59th Medical Readiness Training Center continues to provide the highest level of training for medics across the Air Force Medical Service prior to deployment as well as ensuring skills remain current... MORE

MICC contracts exceed $5.2 billion in support of Army needs
October 4, 2021 — Members of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command executed more than 27,000 contract actions valued at almost $5.2 billion through the final hours of fiscal 2021 to ensure installation readiness requirements across the Army while also supporting emerging contract needs in support of COVID-19 and Operation Allies Welcome... MORE

Brig. Gen. Doug Lowrey outlining updated priorities will guide the workforce in the new fiscal year

AFIMSC presses till final hours to execute $7 billion in FY21
October 4, 2021 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center closed out an extremely tight year in the last hours of FY21, executing more than $7 billion to attain close to 99.9 percent obligation of the operations and maintenance portfolio across the enterprise... MORE

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center closed out an extremely tight year in the last hours of FY21, executing more than $7 billion to attain close to 99.9 percent obligation of the operations and maintenance portfolio across the enterprise.

Air Force Undersecretary receives insight into COVID-19 vaccinations at 433rd Airlift Wing
October 4, 2021 — Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones visited the 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Oct. 2 to meet with Reserve Citizen Airmen leaders on mandatory COVID-19 vaccination efforts... MORE

Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones speaks with Maj. Molly McCowan, 433rd Medical Squadron clinical nurse, during her visit to 433rd Airlift Wing members at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, to view COVID-19 vaccination efforts, Oct. 2, 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Samantha Mathison)

AFIMSC acquisition team in running for DOD award for COVID-19 efforts
October 4, 2021 — A small Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center team recently garnered Air Force-level recognition for its vast life-saving impact during the COVID-19 pandemic. The 45-person, 773rd... MORE

82nd MDG laboratory BioFire test equipment

Aim High: How USAF flight attendants earn their wings
October 1, 2021 — You won’t find them on a cargo or fighter plane, but flight attendants are important members of the aircrew aboard distinguished visitor aircraft. They start their journey here at the 344th Training Squadron’s Career Enlisted Aviator Center of Excellence... MORE

149th Fighter Wing F-16 paint scheme commemorates anniversary
October 1, 2021 — The 149th Fighter Wing commemorated its 25th wing anniversary by painting an F-16 in a Vietnam-inspired paint scheme at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Sept. 26, 2021... MORE

Department of the Air Force recognizes Energy Awareness Month
October 1, 2021 — Energy Awareness Month gives the Department of the Air Force the opportunity every October to look at the critical role energy plays in its combat capabilities and readiness. This year marks the final iteration of the three-year observance theme: “Energy Able, Mission Capable.”... MORE

Energy Awareness Month gives the Department of the Air Force the opportunity every October to look at the critical role energy plays in its combat capabilities and readiness.