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U.S. Embassy personnel meet with 433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen participating in Exercise Southern Star
June 2, 2025 — Several dozen personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Chile and their families met with 433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen participating in Exercise Southern Star ‘25 during a C-5M Super Galaxy Tour at Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile, May 31, 2025... MORE

U.S. Embassy Personnel Meet With Southern Star Participants

960th Cyberspace Wing host 5th Annual Mental Health & Resiliency Fair
June 2, 2025 — The 960th Cyberspace Wing hosted the 5th Annual Mental Health and Resiliency Fair in-person and virtually at the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on May 4, 2025... MORE

Frances Martinez, 960th CW director of psychological health, and other servicemembers arrives at the first rest station during the mental health awareness walk on JBSA-Lackland, Texas on May 3, 2025. (US Air Force photo by Alex Dieguez)

340th Flying Training Group hosts spring 2025 MUTA
June 2, 2025 — The 340th Flying Training Group hosted its spring mandatory unit training assembly, or MUTA, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15-16, 2025... MORE

340th FTG hosts spring 2025 MUTA, highlights top performers, readiness, and training

Hegseth outlines U.S. vision for Indo-Pacific, addresses China threat
June 2, 2025 — While delivering plenary remarks at the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined to numerous Asian ally countries DOD's vision for the Indo-Pacific region, while addressing the strategic threat posed by China... MORE

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DOD makes plans to reduce discretionary PCS budget by half over next 5 years
June 2, 2025 — The Defense Department directed military departments to look at how their services could reduce their discretionary permanent change of station move budgets as a way to increase geographic stability to families, increase department efficiency and reduce costs for the department. ... MORE

Unlock your health: How to get mental health care with TRICARE
May 30, 2025 — Mental health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Whether you’re having difficulty managing day-to-day stress or navigating more complex challenges, TRICARE offers mental health support when — and where — you need it... MORE

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Air Force selects 6,043 in 25E7 master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts June 5
May 30, 2025 — Air Force officials selected 6,043 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 25,805 eligible for a selection rate of 23.42 percent in the 25E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities... MORE

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

MICC commander speaks to San Antonio graduates
May 29, 2025 — Brig. Gen. Freddy Adams, commanding general of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, served as guest speaker May 23 at the San Antonio Academy during its 139th-annual commencement ceremony in San Antonio, Texas... MORE

Dermatology eConsults make skin care easier
May 29, 2025 — People can now receive virtual dermatology care from anywhere! New eConsult offering lets you skip the wait and get expert dermatology care right from home. If you’re dealing with a rash, acne, or a spot you’re concerned about, you can now send your case directly to the Lackland Dermatology team using the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. ... MORE

graphic of a medical provider in a computer screen advertising new eConsult option for dermatology concerns

DOD Brain Health Initiative helps protect service members
May 29, 2025 — Monitoring brain health is essential for service members, as exposure to blast overpressure can lead to brain injuries that impair critical cognitive and motor functions, ultimately impacting operational effectiveness and long-term well-being. ... MORE

Three service members in camouflage uniforms kneel around a mortar tube and launch a round.

JBSA-Lackland’s 'One Base, One Network': A key milestone in connectivity and cybersecurity
May 28, 2025 — Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland marks a transformation in its information technology infrastructure with the “One Base, One Network” initiative that integrates the Texas Air National Guard 149th Fighter Wing into the Department of the Air Force enterprise network on JBSA-Lackland... MORE

Personnel assigned to 502nd Communication Squadron and 149th Fighter Wing who participated in the "One Base One Network" initiative pose for a photo at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2025. This initiative integrates the Texas Air National Guard 149FW into the Department of the Air Force enterprise network on JBSA-Lackland to consolidate multiple networks under a single, secure and efficient platform that enhances cybersecurity, improves mission effectiveness and streamlines operations for all mission partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Zelideth Rodriguez)

Hegseth orders review of homeschool support efforts
May 27, 2025 — The Defense Department has initiated a review of the department's existing support for homeschooling by military-connected families... MORE

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Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff announcement
May 27, 2025 — The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (OSEAC) announced today the following assignment: The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (OSEAC) announced today the following assignment: ... MORE

U.S., Colombian army leaders conclude PISAJ-20, increase NCO operational reach
May 27, 2025 — Thirty Colombian army (COLAR) and one Brazilian army sergeants major concluded the capstone of the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía 20 (PISAJ-20), at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, on May 16. ... MORE

US, Colombian army leaders conclude PISAJ-20 and increase NCO operational reach

Sixteenth Air Force commander offers guidance at commissioning ceremony
May 27, 2025 — Lt. Gen. Thomas Hensley, Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber), commander, shared his experiences and advice to cadets at the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 842 Spring 2025 Commissioning Ceremony at the at The University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas, May 19, 2025... MORE

Sixteenth Air Force commander speaks to Air Force cadets and audience.

Department of Defense provides guidance on foreign travel
May 27, 2025 — Preparing for official travel abroad? These essential steps can help ensure you have a smooth experience... MORE

Connection concept with push pins on a world map

Historic Flight: AETC commander becomes first non-test pilot to fly T-7A Red Hawk
May 27, 2025 — On a clear spring morning over the Mojave Desert, Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, made history as the first non-test pilot to fly the T-7A Red Hawk. The milestone flight took place April 30 at Edwards Air Force Base, underscoring the program’s progress and the Air Force’s commitment to modernizing pilot training... MORE

Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, Air Education and Training Command commander, walks away from a T-7A Red Hawk, following a successful flight with instructor Lt. Col. Jonathan Aronoff, 416th Flight Test Squadron, at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif, April 30. Robinson became the first non-test pilot to fly the T-7A. His flight represented a significant demonstration of progress and commitment to modernizing pilot training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jennifer Healy)

Back-to-Back? First Command looks to repeat success with another fatality-free summer
May 27, 2025 — Don’t look now, but the 101 Critical Days of Summer kicked off this weekend. Air Education and Training Command achieved the holy grail of summer safety last year … zero fatalities! It’s looking to repeat that success again this year... MORE

The 101 Critical Days of Summer safety campaign focuses on preventing those historical trends of spikes in accidents, injuries and fatalities from Memorial Day weekend (May 24-26) through Labor Day (Sept. 1). Air Education and Training Command suffered no fatalities during last year’s campaign and is looking to duplicate that effort this season.

Learn about TRICARE health plan options for young adults
May 23, 2025 — As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults... MORE