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New DAF Mental Health Overview clarifies mental health resources for Airmen, Guardians
April 10, 2024 — Department of the Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for Airmen and Guardians seeking mental health support... MORE

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CSAF: DOD FY25 budget request aligns with message to Joint Force
April 10, 2024 — Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., explained during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing April 9 how the Defense Department's fiscal year 2025 budget request aligns with his message to the joint force. The chairman's message focuses on three expectations: giving primacy to the honing of warfighting skills; modernizing the joint force and leading aggressively with new concepts and approaches; and recognizing trust as the foundation of the military profession... MORE

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Army Medicine joins effort to combat recruiting shortfalls
April 9, 2024 — The Department of Defense has faced several challenges that have led to lower recruiting numbers, and prevented the Army, Air Force and Navy from reaching FY 2023 recruiting goals. One of those challenges was the implementation of the DOD's new medical records platform in 2022, MHS Genesis. Prior to MHS Genesis, applicants could omit or forget to include medical history that would prevent them from entering military service... MORE

Medical Education and Training Campus receives reaccreditation of its Urology Technician Program from the Certification Board for Urologic Nurses & Associates
April 9, 2024 — The Certification Board for Urologic Nurses & Associates, or CBUNA, is pleased to announce the Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, has been granted reaccreditation for the Urology Technician Program certification program... MORE

Fluorine-free foam flows to Air Force bases as DOD removes PFAS from firefighting activities
April 8, 2024 — Department of the Air Force installation fire departments are replacing current stocks of aqueous film forming foam, or AFFF, in fire and emergency services vehicles with a fluorine-free formulation as part of a Defense Department-wide effort to remove PFAS from firefighting activities... MORE

First in CONUS AFFF to F3 Firefighting Foam Transition

Special Warfare Training Wing unveils Maltz Special Warfare Aquatic Training Center
April 8, 2024 — The Special Warfare Training Wing hosted the grand opening of the Maltz Special Warfare Aquatic Training Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, on April 2, 2024... MORE

Instructors and trainees prepare to enter the water as bystanders watch.

433rd Airlift Wing Chief's Group hosts panel discussion
April 8, 2024 — Chief Master Sergeants from across the 433rd Airlift Wing hosted a Chiefs Group Panel Discussion during the April Unit Training Assembly at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on April 7, 2024. The event encouraged open dialogue and bridged the gap between the senior enlisted leaders and Alamo Wing Airmen... MORE

An Airman from the 433rd Airlift Wing poses a question to a group of Chief Master Sergeants at the Chief's Group Panel Discussion at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 7, 2024. The senior enlisted leaders hosted the event during the April Unit Training Assembly, encouraging open dialogue and bridging the gap between the senior enlisted leaders and Alamo Wing Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Mike Lahrman)

Guardians go where none have gone before
April 8, 2024 — Tech Sgt. David Gudgeon and Sgt. Yuji R. Moore became the first graduates from the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy from the sister services... MORE

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Sytoi K. Warren, senior drill sergeant leader, adjusts the drill sergeant hat of Sgt. Yugi R. Moore, during a graduation ceremony at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy in Fort Jackson, S.C., April 3, 2024. Moore was one of first Guardians to graduate from the academy. (U.S. Army photo by Robert Timmons)

Army vehicles go Airborne as C-5 shows off airlift muscle before airshow
April 8, 2024 — Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing had a unique opportunity to support the Great Texas Airshow from April 6-7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, all while getting some critical training to improve the unit’s readiness. ... MORE

Reserve Citizen Airmen and Soldiers work together to unload a M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank from a C-5M Super Galaxy at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas on April 4th, 2024.

U.S., Chinese military officials resume talks on operational safety
April 8, 2024 — Military officials from the U.S. and China met on April 3-4 for working-level talks focused on ensuring safe and professional air and naval interactions between their forces. ... MORE

Service members in U.S. and foreign military uniforms sit at table displaying U.S. and Chinese flags.

Mission Monday: Functional Area Management
April 8, 2024 — It’s Mission Monday. Meet Master Sgt. Roger Rhodes, Air Force Ground Transportation Functional Area Manager with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center in San Antonio... MORE

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DOD cyber officials detail progress on Zero Trust Framework Roadmap
April 8, 2024 — The Defense Department is on track to implement its zero trust cybersecurity framework by the end of fiscal year 2027, senior Pentagon officials said... MORE

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Make the most out of your visit to The Great Texas Airshow
April 7, 2024 — The safety and security of everyone at The Great Texas Airshow is a priority for airshow officials at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Here are a few tips to make your visit to the airshow easier and more enjoyable... MORE

The Great Texas Airshow launches at JBSA-Randolph
April 6, 2024 — The Great Texas Airshow kicked off today at 9 a.m. at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.During this two-day event, aerial performances and displays demonstrate the pride, precision and... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds"

Brooke Army Medical Center creates Wellness Team to address staff needs
April 5, 2024 — Brooke Army Medical Center has stood up an ad hoc wellness team to address staff wellness needs... MORE

Stage 3 water restrictions implemented across JBSA
April 5, 2024 — All Joint Base San Antonio installations have returned to Stage 3 water restrictions. While residing in the Alamo Region, it is important to understand how restrictions may vary depending on where you live. ... MORE

Commentary: Overcoming abuse
April 5, 2024 — I joined the U.S. Air Force when I was 38 years old. My life's purpose aligned with their basic principles of honesty, quality, and service before self, which made joining the military a great professional choice. For 10 years I was a stay-at-home mother; prior to that, I worked as an interpreter, an English teacher in Brazil, a co-owner of a transportation company that I helped launch, and in the marketing and healthcare sectors. I also developed a strong interest in managing a nonprofit ministry that supports abuse victims. This is my Air Force story; why despite my difficult life experiences and many jobs I had, I chose to become an Airman... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Michelle Ferrari, 49th Wing Public Affairs journeyman, poses for a photo at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, April 3, 2024. Ferrari shared her experiences that ultimately led to her joining the Air Force, exemplifying resiliency and the ability to overcome hardships and traumatic experiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antonio Salfran)

Empowering change: Understanding sexual assault awareness, prevention, and response
April 4, 2024 — April marks the beginning of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising public awareness about sexual violence and empowering individuals to take action to prevent it... MORE

Solar Eclipse: Apocalyptic, but not in ways you might expect
April 4, 2024 — A total solar eclipse is nearly upon us, and it comes with some serious safety threats beyond the obvious risk of damage to your eyes... MORE

A total solar eclipse takes place April 8, 2024, across 15 states in the U.S. Eye injuries, traffic mishaps and communication disruptions are just a few of the hazards facing viewers.

Transforming Training: The modernization of the 346th Training Squadron SCALE-UP Classroom
April 4, 2024 — Nestled in the heart of Naval Base Ventura County is the newly activated 346th Training Squadron where a new initiative, the SCALE-UP classroom was recently unveiled. The reimagined and transformed space is one of several modernization efforts within the 37th Training Wing where training is now competency-based and student-centered... MORE

Vehicle Maintenance students assigned to the 346th Training Squadron experience the SCALE-UP classroom on Feb. 14, at Port Hueneme, Calif. The student-Centered Activity Learning Environment-Upside Down Pedagogy or SCALE-UP's primary objective is to spearhead the development of a front-line training program for 2T3 Vehicle Management specialties. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Jonathan Cotto)