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Explore the growth mindset on latest 'The Air Force Starts Here' podcast
July 25, 2022 — A deep dive into the growth mindset and how Air Education and Training Command is using it to help develop the Airmen we need for tomorrow’s high-end fight is the focus of the latest episode of "The Air Force Starts Here" podcast released July 20, 2022... MORE

NORTHCOM Commander: We need better domain awareness
July 25, 2022 — The U.S. Northern Command is responsible for protecting the U.S. homeland. Domain awareness is a major part of defense, and it's in President Biden's 2023 budget request currently before Congress... MORE

Tickets for JBSA Air Force Ball 2022 on sale
July 25, 2022 — The San Antonio Air Force community celebrates the 75th birthday of the Air Force and the Air Force Ball on Sept. 17 is the single annual event that invites the greater Military City USA community to celebrate the birth of the Air Force and toast San Antonio as the "Gateway to the Air Force."... MORE

GearFit shortens feedback loop
July 25, 2022 — A new application called GearFit is giving Airmen a direct line to share feedback on the fitment and utility of the gear they wear to perform their missions. Members can input their comments on body armor, harnesses, helmets and more, and they are instantly shared with the development teams responsible for designing and acquiring that gear... MORE

U.S. Forces Korea aligns with Republic of Korea for arrival policy
July 25, 2022 — In order to align with Republic of Korea entry requirement changes, U.S. Forces Korea has implemented changes for SOFA-affiliated arrivals beginning July 25... MORE

Keep sun safety in mind to prevent skin cancer
July 25, 2022 — Whether you spend time outdoors hiking, swimming or just relaxing in the backyard, limiting exposure to the sun’s harmful rays must be a priority.According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3... MORE

The first Information Warfare Numbered Air Force welcomes new commander
July 25, 2022 — Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber), welcomed U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin Kennedy, while bidding farewell to its first commander, Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland July 21... MORE

MyVector continues to lay foundation for success
July 25, 2022 — Since its inception in 2015, MyVector has grown into a fully functional platform that helps all Airmen meet their full potential. Originally created as an enterprise-wide solution that supports the Air Force’s goal to provide a standardized process, the platform enables Airmen to seek mentorship opportunities and be proactive in their career development... MORE

HH-60 Pave Hawk aircrew visits 37th Training Group students
July 21, 2022 — An HH-60 Pave Hawk commanded by Maj. Howard Palmer, aircraft commander, flew in from the 512th Rescue Squadron, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, into a 344th Training Squadron landing zone after completing a flyover for the Basic Military Training graduation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland July 21... MORE

12th Flying Training Wing T-38 Talon conducts basic surface attack simulation
July 21, 2022 — U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jason Mandizvidza, training pilot, and Brazilian Air Force Capt. Felipe Pereira, 435th Fighter Training Squadron instructor pilot, flew a 12th Flying Training Wing T-38 Talon July 6 to conduct a basic surface attack simulation at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Air Force Spark Tank unleashes AETC's capacity to innovate
July 21, 2022 — Air Education and Training Command has begun accepting innovative submissions that can significantly impact Air Force missions within the next six to 24 months from uniformed and civilian Airmen for the 2023 Air Force Spark Tank competition, now through Aug. 17... MORE

Air Force prepares for newly approved COVID-19 vaccine: Novavax provides new option for unvaccinated Airmen, Guardians
July 21, 2022 — The Air Force will soon have the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine available after the U.S Food and Drug Administration authorized it for emergency use and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed it as another primary series option for adults ages 18 years and older... MORE

New 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers easier option for emergency care
July 21, 2022 — A new 988 telephone number became operational July 16, designated as the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline... MORE

12th Flying Training Wing announces second quarter award winners
July 20, 2022 — The 12th Flying Training Wing recently announced its second quarter award winners... MORE

Air Force releases technical sergeant/22E6 promotion cycle statistics
July 20, 2022 — Air Force officials have selected 5,430 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant, out of 33,935 eligible, for a selection rate of 16 percent in the 22E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities... MORE

106th Signal Brigade to welcome new commander
July 20, 2022 — The 106th Signal Brigade at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston hosts a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m. July 29 at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre to welcome Col. Joseph N. Gardner and bid farewell to Col. Tia L. Benning. The ceremony will be officiated by Brig. Gen. Charles R. Parker, commanding general, 7th Signal Command (Theater)... MORE

149th Fighter Wing pilots undergo water survival training
July 19, 2022 — Pilots from the 149th Fighter Wing went through water survival training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland July 16. The F-16 pilots do this training every 36 months to remain confident in their abilities and their gear. ... MORE

AAFES leverages authentication capabilities to streamline online access to DOD MWR libraries
July 19, 2022 — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping Department of Defense Morale, Welfare and Recreation, or MWR, libraries make it easier for service members and their families to access online library services and resources... MORE

New medical profile system to enhance communication, readiness
July 19, 2022 — A new medical profile system aimed at improving communication and overall readiness has been developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory in collaboration with the Air Force Medical Readiness Agency and the Defense Health Agency, and is slated to roll out to military treatment facilities later this summer... MORE

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio hosts frocking ceremony
July 19, 2022 — Several Sailors were “frocked” to petty officer first class in a ceremony at the Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 27... MORE