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More than 600 Airmen graduate Basic Military Training Oct. 2-3
October 8, 2024 — More than 600 Airmen assigned to Flights 614-627 received their Airman’s coin during the 737th Training Group’s Coin and Retreat Ceremony, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Oct. 2, 2024...

DAF window opens for cross country coaches, runners
October 8, 2024 — The application window opened Oct. 1 for Department of the Air Force cross country coaches to participate in the upcoming Armed Forces championship...

Certain forms to be removed from Defense Travel System
October 8, 2024 — Beginning Nov. 4, 2024, users will no longer be able to print certain government forms from within the Defense Travel System, or DTS...

Austin marks anniversary of Hamas attacks, reaffirms DOD's commitment to Israel's defense
October 8, 2024 — One year since the deadly Hamas terrorist attack, the Defense Department remains committed to helping Israel defend itself, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The importance of early detection and support
October 7, 2024 — October is recognized nationwide as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to stressing the importance of early detection and providing support to those affected...

U.S. Army North mobilizes support efforts to North Carolina
October 7, 2024 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and in support of North Carolina and the North Carolina National Guard, U.S. Army North (ARNORTH) has mobilized active duty Title 10 troops to assist with Hurricane Helene response and recovery efforts...

BAMC holds special promotion ceremony for three four-legged service members
October 7, 2024 — With a nose bop and paw salute, Brooke Army Medical Center promoted three of its five facility dogs during a special ceremony held on Oct. 3 in the Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston...

Growing cyber threats prompt Philippine Army’s visit to Sixteenth Air Force
October 7, 2024 — Col. Edward Rivera, 616th Operations Center director of operations, welcomed Philippine Army Col. Windell Rebong, Command and Control Communications and Cyber Systems, deputy assistant chief, and five associates to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on July 18, for a subject-matter-expert exchange amid rising cyberattacks...

Air Force officer honors family legacy through medical service, leadership
October 4, 2024 — As an Air Force allergist and immunologist, U.S. Air Force Maj. Lauren Gabreski carries the values instilled by her grandfather. After completing the Allergy and Immunology Fellowship at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center on June 30, 2024, she transitioned to the 48th Healthcare Operations Squadron at Royal Air Force Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. Reflecting on her journey before the move, Gabreski shared how her family's military service shaped her path. ...

Unlock your health by understanding how TRICARE For Life works with Medicare
October 4, 2024 — Are you approaching Medicare eligibility? Unlock your health by understanding how TRICARE For Life works with Medicare and plan your coverage effectively, while avoiding out-of-pocket costs...

Around the Air Force: Defining Units of Action, SECDEF’s well-being initiatives, B-21 Raider update
October 4, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, the DAF further defines the evolution of wings into Units of Action, the SecDef's announces seven new well-being initiatives for military families, and an update on the Air Force’s newest bomber: the B-21 Raider...

Settlement of Estate
October 4, 2024 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Maj. Brenna Cole, assigned to the 375th Cyber Operations Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away on Oct. 2, 2024. ...

DOD tests, evaluates improved and sustainable technologies
October 4, 2024 — The Defense Department has implemented a new program designed to demonstrate and validate sustainable technologies used in operational and training environments.  ...

Get the facts about mental health and security clearances
October 4, 2024 — Seeking mental health support does not pose a risk to gaining or keeping a national security clearance and can help you resolve underlying mental health issues that could negatively affect you, your family or your career...

Navy Medicine celebrates five-year combat-ready milestones
October 3, 2024 — Since the dawn of our nation, the U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, or BUMED, has been responsible for the care and operational readiness of our warfighters. This has been the focal point that has guided us for more than 249 years. As the Navy Medicine Enterprise continues to navigate toward its 2027 North Star to modernize its culture, organization, and platforms, October marks several significant anniversaries of historic shifts in its operational mission...

Third annual Navy Medicine campaign order released to enhance naval force readiness
October 3, 2024 — The Navy Surgeon General released the third annual Navy Medicine campaign order in support of a 5-year plan to achieve the 2027 North Star end state, which is to deliver agile, scalable, trained, and certified medical units to provide enduring support to the fleet, Fleet Marine Force, and joint forces in high-end competition, crisis, and combat, on Oct. 1...

Defense Attaché group visits Sixteenth Air Force, prepares for integrated deterrence
October 3, 2024 — The security of our nation and the protection of our partners and allies relies on strengthening deterrence, a cornerstone of the National Defense Strategy. Twenty-nine defense attachés with the Defense Attaché Orientation Program, representing 21 various countries, convened at Sixteenth Air Force at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Sept. 11, 2024, to discuss integrated deterrence and understanding cyber capabilities for future coordination...

Twin brothers serve together at Basic Military Training, share goal to inspire Airmen
October 3, 2024 — One look at Master Sgt. Christopher Platt, 321st Training Squadron, and his brother, Tech. Sgt. Charles Platt, 320th Training Squadron, may lead some to do a double take. The brothers are identical twins who share more than similar looks; they also both embody an indistinguishable passion – one that they’ve been able to pursue here at the 737th Training Group...

New SF course delivers sharp, innovative Defenders to enterprise
October 3, 2024 — The revamped Air Force Security Forces Center’s Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course is set to deliver sharper, innovative weapons and tactics instructors to the enterprise. ...

Air Force Recruiting Service celebrates meeting goal with bell-ringing ceremony
October 3, 2024 — The Air Force Recruiting Service reached a significant milestone as it marked the achievement of its Fiscal Year 2024 recruiting goal with a time-honored bell-ringing ceremony...