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July 17, 2026
56th Fighter Wing ushers in new era under new commander, reassigned to Air Combat Command

The 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, made history during a change of command and major command reassignment ceremony held July 17 as the wing officially transitioned major commands ushering in new leadership for the installation.
July 17, 2026
COMACC visits Team Osan

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremey Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited the 694th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group, 607th Air Operations Center and 5th Reconnaissance Squadron at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea,
July 16, 2026
Air Force conducts live-fire test for Collaborative Combat Aircraft program

The Department of the Air Force successfully conducted a live-fire test of a YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft, firing an AIM-120 weapon at a digital target. The test demonstrates program maturity and operational validation while emphasizing the retention of human oversight for weapon release.
July 13, 2026
CSAF Letter to the Force on Standards

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen on standards.
July 10, 2026
319th Operations Group airmen certify as Air Force Combatives Program Basic Instructors

Airmen assigned to the 319th Operations Group completed a 40-hour Air Force Combatives Program Basic Instructor Course June 22 to 26, 2026, here.
July 7, 2026
Tyndall Airmen showcase AI innovations

The 325th Fighter Wing is accelerating operational readiness by bringing emerging technologies directly to the unit level. To highlight the wing’s modern solutions, Tyndall hosted an Artificial Intelligence and Automation Showcase June 17, 2026.
July 6, 2026
VENOM FORGE tests Agile Combat Employment scenarios, promotes multi-base partnerships

An integration exercise designed to develop new tactics, techniques and procedures, combined support from five wings, seven groups and 17 squadrons across maintenance, logistics, operations, medical, security, safety, fuels, fire emergency services, airfield operations and host-base support June 17,
July 1, 2026
U.S. Air Force reassigns advanced intelligence formal training units to enhance readiness

The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces advanced intelligence formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command.
June 30, 2026
Freedom 250: Vigilance Beyond the Gate

Let’s cut the noise. This July 4th, as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom, remember that our combat readiness doesn't stop at the base gate. Freedom isn't free, and our nation's defense rests on each one of you being ready for the fight. We can't afford to lose a single Airman or Guardian to
June 30, 2026
ACC Operations Analysis Squadron welcomes new commander

The Air Combat Command Operations Analysis Squadron (ACC OAS) hosted its first change of command ceremony, bidding farewell to Lt. Col. Micah Hafich and welcoming Lt. Col. Andrew Atkinson as the new commander, here on June 16, 2026.
June 29, 2026
A New Blueprint for Return: ACC Rolls Out Phased 'Home Station' Reintegration Strategy

Recognizing that the return from a deployment is just the beginning of a new mission, Air Combat Command is introducing a comprehensive framework to strengthen home station reintegration.
June 26, 2026
U.S., Peru advance strategic air partnership, F-16 integration during bilateral talks

DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz.-- Twelfth Air Force, Air Forces Southern (AFSOUTH), interfaced with the Peruvian air force (FAP) during the United States and Peru Airman-to-Airman Staff Talks, hosted at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, June 15-17.
June 26, 2026
Air Force demonstrates the power of music at Barefoot Country Music Fest

The American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” There’s a special power to music, almost like a time machine. When you hear a particular song, you’re transported back in time, reminiscing about a place you’ve been, a person you shared a special
June 25, 2026
Space Force Integrates with Air Force in AI Sprint to Ensure Mission Dominance

To secure mission dominance in a future, contested environment, the Joint Force must make decisions faster than any adversary. This imperative was the driving force behind the Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, or MASH, a complex, two-week experiment recently hosted in Las
June 24, 2026
53rd CAOS Airmen fast-track critical runway repairs at Andersen AFB

A team with the 461st Air Control Wing’s 53rd Combat Airfield Operations Squadron traveled to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, from Robins AFB, Georgia, June 2-9, 2026, to get a runway back in working order before a major exercise in the Indo-Pacific region.
June 23, 2026
American air chiefs reaffirm commitment to regional security, address shared challenges at CONJEFAMER 2026

Air chiefs and senior military leaders representing air forces from 19 nations across the Western Hemisphere gathered in the Dominican Republic June 15-19 for the 66th annual Conference of the American Air Chiefs (CONJEFAMER), reinforcing a shared commitment to regional security, cooperation and
June 18, 2026
Creech Air Force Base welcomes International Air and Space Attaché

Creech Air Force Base welcomed 23 international air and space attachés June 12,2026, during an orientation tour to highlight local units and organizations.
June 17, 2026
325th LRS Airmen conduct combat offload Method B training

A combat offload Method B is a specialized procedure used in deployed environments to quickly drop supplies without relying on extensive ground support infrastructure. Instead of using traditional equipment to lower cargo, pallets are rolled directly from the aircraft’s ramp onto the runway while
June 16, 2026
Rescue mission highlights readiness of 34 WPS, 355 AMXS

In a remarkable display of rapid response and seamless coordination, Airmen from the 355th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 34th Weapons Squadron teamed up to rescue an F-35 Lightning II pilot who ejected during a training mission near Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, March 31.
June 11, 2026
325th SFS demonstrates kinetic counter-sUAS capabilities to AFIMSC leadership

The 325th Security Forces Squadron showcased its kinetic base defense capabilities to Maj. Gen. Thomas P. Sherman, commander of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, June 3, 2026, as part of an ongoing initiative to counter the evolving threat of
June 9, 2026
DAF senior leaders explain, justify sizable budget boost in Senate hearing

DAF senior leaders presented a unified front to a Senate subcommittee justifying a historic budget request for fiscal 2027.
June 8, 2026
One team, one fight - ACC Squadron CC & Spouses Course

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA – Recently, U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and his wife Michelle Spain, hosted the ACC Squadron Commander & Spouses Course at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. Held five times each year from January through May, this year the course
June 5, 2026
49th Wing welcomes new commander and reassigns to Air Combat Command

The 49th Wing marked a historic milestone during a change of command and major command reassignment ceremony June 4, 2026, at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, as the wing officially transitioned from Air Education and Training Command (AETC) to Air Combat Command (ACC) while welcoming new
June 4, 2026
Securing the Information Advantage: ACC leadership reinforces combat readiness, ISR capabilities during European tour

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Airmen across Europe during a multi-stop theater tour focused on readiness, intelligence integration, and warfighting capabilities.
June 3, 2026
Air Force Forges Decision Advantage through Logistics C2 Hackathon

To project and sustain overwhelming combat power across the globe, the U.S. Air Force employs a logistics enterprise capable of operating at the speed of the modern battlespace. Demonstrating its commitment to ensuring mission dominance, the 505th Command and Control Wing recently hosted a Logistics
June 2, 2026
ACC/A6 hosts the Raptor Town Tactical Communications Demonstration: Taking communication on the go

The Air Combat Command Cyberspace Operations and Warfighting Communications directorate (ACC/A6) hosted an expeditionary communication demonstration at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 7, 2026.
June 1, 2026
325th SFS validates readiness with close-quarters battle training

The 325th Security Forces Squadron conducted multi-phase tactical training May 26, 2026, at Tyndall Air Force Base. The training enhanced warfighting lethality and validated deployment readiness in high-risk environments.
May 29, 2026
A-10 engine build marks closing chapter at Davis-Monthan

Airmen at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base recently completed their final A-10 Thunderbolt II engine build, marking the end of a proud 50-year legacy of maintaining the iconic close-air-support aircraft as the base transitions to future missions.
May 28, 2026
DAF Announces Top Safety Award Winners for 2025

The Department of the Air Force honored its leading safety performers for fiscal year 2025, celebrating their commitment to protecting Airmen and Guardians. These top advocates have been lauded for weaving disciplined operations and meticulous risk management into every stage of their missions, from
May 28, 2026
Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center Earns Trauma Level III Reverification

Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center (MOMMC) has been reverified as a Level III trauma center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the only U.S. Air Force medical facility to earn this designation. This achievement reaffirms MOMMC’s commitment to the Southern Nevada Trauma System and
May 27, 2026
Four Airmen honored with Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award

The Air Force recognized four Airmen for their exceptional leadership qualities during the 2026 Lance P. Sijan Award ceremony at the Pentagon, presented by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach.
May 26, 2026
DAF leaders outline readiness, modernization priorities in FY27 budget testimony

Department of the Air Force and Department of War leaders testified before the House Armed Services Committee on the fiscal year 2027 budget request.
May 22, 2026
The unseen mission: 388th OSS is the ultimate wingman

F-35A Lightning II Fighter jets from the 388th Fighter Wing are a powerful, visible symbol of America’s airpower. Behind every sortie, every exercise, every deployment, and every successful mission is a sprawling, multi-faceted team of Airmen working tirelessly.
May 22, 2026
COMACC, AFSOC partnership highlighted during 505th CCW immersion

Highlighting the critical partnership between Air Combat Command and Air Force Special Operations Command, Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of ACC, and Chief Master Sgt. David Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Hurlburt Field last month to meet with the AFSOC command team before conducting an
May 19, 2026
CBRNE Training Bolsters Readiness at Davis-Monthan during Mosaic Lightning 26-2

U.S. Airmen across Davis-Monthan Air Force Base installation enhanced mission readiness through Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) response training during some of the most complex contingency scenarios featured in exercise Mosaic Lightning 26-2, May 7-15, 2026.
May 19, 2026
T-38 Talon operational pause

The Air Force is implementing a fleet-wide operational pause for all T-38 Talon aircraft, ensuring the continued safety of Air Force personnel and equipment during an ongoing investigation.
May 18, 2026
The unseen mission: 388th OSS is the ultimate wingman

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – F-35A Lightning II Fighter jets from the 388th Fighter Wing are a powerful, visible symbol of America’s airpower. Behind every sortie, every exercise, every deployment, and every successful mission is a sprawling, multi-faceted team of Airmen working tirelessly.For the
May 18, 2026
Owning the Cyber Battlespace: 16th Air Force Bolsters Allied Cyber Defense in Poland

As cyber warfare increasingly shapes the 21st-century battlefield, 16th Air Force reaffirmed its commitment to allied security and proactive defense during the Impact’26 strategic forum and subsequent bilateral engagements, May 13-14.
May 16, 2026
DAF Expands Motorcycle Safety with Rider Mentor Program

The Rider Mentor Program is a comprehensive initiative designed to be integrated directly into official safety curriculums, and the program brings together newer or less experienced riders with seasoned motorcyclists to help them refine their thought processes about motorcycling and enhance their
May 15, 2026
DAF updates religious accommodation process, eliminates Religious Resolution Teams

The DAF has updated DAFI 52-201, modifying the religious accommodation process for Airmen and Guardians.
May 15, 2026
Never Forgotten: ID tags of MIA aviator returned to family after 56 years

Hidden for decades beneath the soil of a Cambodian knoll, a small, weathered metal disc silently held the weight of half a century of grief, love and unanswered questions. For 56 years, the word “missing” hung heavy and undefined in the lives of the Huberth family. It was a void left by a son and
May 15, 2026
Air Combat Command declares FOC for the HC-130J Combat King II

Gen. Adrian Spain, Commander of Air Combat Command, declared the HC-130J Combat King II has reached Full Operational Capability (FOC) in a memorandum signed in April.
May 15, 2026
Point Defense Battle Lab holds red air Small UAS competition

The Point Defense Battle Lab held a ‘red air’ Small Unmanned Aerial System pilot competition to train airmen assigned to the 319th Reconnaissance Wing as aggressor sUAS pilots April 25, 2026, here.
May 15, 2026
New F-22A Raptor hangar marks construction milestone at JBLE

A push to modernize infrastructure for the F-22 Raptor reached a milestone last month with the formal handover of a new 76,445-square-foot hangar at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
May 14, 2026
Reaper Smoke 2026 draws dozens of total and joint force RPA crews in skills competition

Approximately 200 active component, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard and U.S. Marine Corps members participated in Exercise Reaper Smoke 2026 here, April 14-16, 2026.
May 14, 2026
ACC hosts TASR to strengthen warfighter readiness

Air Combat Command (ACC) recently hosted a Technology, Acquisition, and Sustainment Review (TASR) in coordination with Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) and the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (SAF/AQ) here. In support of Secretary of the
May 13, 2026
Dragons in the Dirt: 357th Fighter Squadron Unleashes Expeditionary A-10 Lethality

From the high-desert heat of Twentynine Palms to the maritime environment of San Clemente Island, the “Dragons” of the 357th Fighter Squadron recently pushed the A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft to its limits during a high-intensity, two-week temporary duty (TDY) assignment.
May 13, 2026
Checkered Flag 26-2 Concludes, Forges High-End Readiness and Joint Interoperability

The 325th Fighter Wing hosted Checkered Flag in coordination with the 53rd Wing’s Weapons System Evaluation Program (WSEP East). The 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group at Tyndall formally evaluates live-fire capabilities, providing aircrews a rare opportunity to launch live missiles at realistic,
May 13, 2026
CBRN sUAS exercise kicks off Mosaic Lightning 26-2

355th Wing Drone Innovation Cell Airmen conducted a small unmanned aircraft system exercise that simulated a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) attack on a military installation during Mosaic Lightning 26-2 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, May 8, 2026.
May 11, 2026
US Air Force reassigns combat training units to enhance readiness

Air Force FTUs specialize in developing operational proficiency for aircrew members assigned to advanced weapon systems. These units provide system and mission-specific training, ensuring a seamless transition from foundational skills to combat-readiness.
May 11, 2026
ACC Civic Leaders Immerse in Emerald Coast Airpower

Recently, civic leaders from across the nation gathered at Hurlburt Field and Eglin Air Force Base for the Air Combat Command Commander’s Group Spring Conference, immersing themselves in the unique command mission sets of Florida’s Emerald Coast.
May 11, 2026
55th Fighter Squadron Pilots Earn Distinguished Flying Cross

ACC commander awards six Airmen with one of the nation’s highest military honors for extraordinary heroism during Operation Midnight Hammer
May 10, 2026
Three Davis-Monthan units recognized for unprecedented rescue efforts during final withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan

After distinguishing themselves during a deployment to Afghanistan that included the final withdrawal of U.S. troops from the country in 2021, two units, the 55th and 48th Rescue Squadrons, received the Presidential Unit Citation award at a ceremony at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April
May 8, 2026
Former 325th FW commander returns to Tyndall amid continued modernization

Laidlaw’s visit bridged Tyndall’s recovery from hurricane devastation to its ongoing rebuild as a more resilient, combat-ready installation.
May 8, 2026
Air Combat Command announces 2026 Outstanding Airmen of the Year

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va., -- Air Combat Command recently announced the 2026 Outstanding Airmen of the Year command-level winners. These Airmen were recognized for their outstanding achievements, performance and exceptional meritorious service in support of ACC mission objectives.
May 8, 2026
Grand Forks AFB begins runway resurfacing project

Work has officially begun on the $20.4 million resurfacing project for the runway, here.The project is estimated to take six months. The top 4 inches of existing asphalt will be removed during a mill and overlay process. This will replace 10,270 feet of the runway surface originally installed in
May 7, 2026
31st Air Task Force implements Air Expeditionary Wing model at Freedom Flag 26-1

The 31st Air Task Force was redesignated the 31st Air Expeditionary Wing and tasked with executing operational command and control to project platform-agnostic air power during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1.
May 5, 2026
325th CS tests Mission-Ready Airman concept during exercise Blinded Camel

The 325th Communications Squadron conducted exercise Blinded Camel on April 24, 2026 at Tyndall Air Force Base. The exercise validated expeditionary capabilities and Ready Airman Training competencies in a high-threat environment.
May 2, 2026
Month of the Military Child: Hannah's story

Hannah and Hazel’s laughter fills the air on a peaceful Friday afternoon in their backyard. Bubbles spray from a bubble machine, floating around them, enticing giggles that adults have long forgotten how to make.
April 30, 2026
Checkered Flag exercise returns to Tyndall, bringing joint airpower integration

The 325th Fighter Wing will host Checkered Flag 26-2 at Tyndall Air Force Base, bringing together 14 Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps units to conduct large-scale, integrated air-to-air training. The exercise focuses on combining fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft in a contested environment to
April 30, 2026
New Human Performance Optimization facility to enhance readiness at DMAFB

Airmen and leadership gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction on a new Human Performance Optimization facility. This facility is designed to support Air Force Special Warfare Airmen assigned to the 306th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve Command tenant unit
April 30, 2026
Freedom Flag 26-1: Nellis, Hurlburt Airmen establish distributed location for hot pit refueling

The effort proved a continuous airpower generation scheme of maneuver designed to increase survivability against potential threats.
April 27, 2026
95th FS, FGS enhance lethality through advanced threat training during Ready Tiger 26-3

Ready Tiger Exercise is designed to test Airmen’s ability to rapidly deploy, sustain operation and generate airpower in simulated austere environments. During the exercise, pilots, intelligence personnel and maintainers generated sorties to detect and eliminate low-observable aerial targets,
April 24, 2026
Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

The 7th Bomb Wing unveiled new nose art for a recently regenerated B-1B Lancer, linking the legacy of World War II Airmen with the future of American airpower during a dedication ceremony April 22, 2026.
April 24, 2026
USAF, Netherlands formalize partnership on Collaborative Combat Aircraft development

The Department of the Air Force and the Netherlands Ministry of Defence have formalized a partnership to acquire prototype Collaborative Combat Aircraft, advancing a shared strategy to bring greater affordable mass to deter, and if necessary, defeat adversaries.
April 24, 2026
Month of the Military Child: The little drummer boy

Imagine standing on stage at the historic Grand Ole Opry in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, with drum sticks in hand, as an audience of about 4,000 people loudly cheer for your live musical debut. Now imagine you’re only three years old.
April 23, 2026
IG assesses 23d Wing combat readiness during Ready Tiger

Airmen from the 23d Wing participated in a combat readiness exercise April 13-17, 2026, in the Savannah Air Dominance Center at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, as part of the Air Force’s push to hone lethality and readiness across the service.Ready Tiger 26-3 tested the wing’s ability to
April 22, 2026
Budget request directs record $338.8 billion to Air Force and Space Force to meet “challenges of today and tomorrow”

The Department of the Air Force unveiled a $338.8 billion budget proposal, a significant boost in funding designed to sharpen readiness, continue modernizing the fleet and underwrite deterrence while ensuring that any threat to national security can be met and, if necessary, defeated.
April 21, 2026
68th Rescue Squadron completes annual Combat Leader Course

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron completed the Combat Leader Course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 17, 2026, enhancing their operational readiness and leadership skills through a series of simulated mission objectives to test both their tactical
April 20, 2026
Experimental Operations Unit accelerates Collaborative Combat Aircraft program

The Air Force’s Experimental Operations Unit, under Air Combat Command, concluded a critical exercise with Collaborative Combat Aircraft recently at Edwards Air Force Base, putting principles of the new Warfighting Acquisition System into practice.
April 17, 2026
Generating Excellence: Air Combat Command operations directorate activates new AI Integration Division

ACC’s Operations Directorate (ACC/A3) stood up a first-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence Integration Division April 1, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. The new division, designated A3AI, will serve as the command's central authority for artificial intelligence. It is tasked with establishing AI
April 15, 2026
USAF GE 26 showcases new AI-enabled WarMatrix wargaming capability

The wargames delivered a rigorous, fast-paced environment designed to test concepts, capabilities and force design considerations critical to future conflict scenarios.
April 15, 2026
That Others May Live: The unwavering commitment of Air Force combat search and rescue

In the U.S. Air Force, no phrase carries more weight than "That Others May Live." It is not merely a motto; it is a commitment that underpins the existence of the Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) mission. This solemn promise to leave no one behind, whether a downed pilot in enemy territory or
April 14, 2026
ACC Command Surgeon Conference Charts Future of Operational Medicine

Air Force medical leaders gathered to chart a decisive course for the future of Air Combat Command’s combat medical support during the ACC Command Surgeon Conference, March 31 - April 2, 2026. The conference, themed “Fly, Fix, Fight: The Future of Operational Medicine,” served as a critical forum to
April 13, 2026
US, Chilean Air Force crews complete historic refueling

U.S. and Chilean Air Force (FACh) crews demonstrated advanced interoperability April 4, 2026, executing the first-ever Chilean KC-135 Stratotanker air-to-air refueling of two U.S. F-35A Lightning II aircraft—marking a significant step forward in bilateral airpower integration.
April 8, 2026
Collaborative Effort Underway to Modernize Enterprise Aircrew Management

Answering Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink’s call for agile acquisition and mirroring Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach’s sharp focus on combat readiness, the Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System (ARES) is being designed to deliver a unified, user-friendly solution for aircrew
April 7, 2026
Nellis AFB welcomes foster kids for Airman for a Day tour

The 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron hosted “Airman for a Day,” a base tour for foster teens from the Las Vegas area at Nellis Air Force Base, April 3. The event aimed to inspire youth ages 14 to 17 by exposing them to Air Force careers, culture and opportunities while fostering a sense of
April 7, 2026
AFTAC memorializes fallen comrades

In 1984, when President Ronald Reagan dedicated the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., he said, “This memorial reflects a hunger for healing. I don’t know if perfect healing ever occurs, but I know that sometimes when a bone is broken, if it’s knit together well, in the end it will be
April 6, 2026
ACC command team visits Nellis for training excellence, immersion

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Nellis Air Force Base to gain firsthand insight into the mission sets that make Nellis a cornerstone of advanced training and warfighter innovation, March 3-6.
April 3, 2026
K-9 Defenders: The Enduring Legacy of the 4th Fighter Wing K-9 Program

From the earliest days of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base to today’s high-tempo operations supporting F-15 airpower, one constant remains quietly vigilant at the gates, on the flightline and across the installation: our military working dogs and the Airmen who stand watch beside them.
April 3, 2026
DAF updates SkillBridge policy balancing operational readiness, transition assistance

The Department of the Air Force updated its Air Force and Space Force SkillBridge programs to balance operational readiness and transition assistance to Airmen and Guardians.
April 2, 2026
Beale Earns Prestigious Air Force Environmental Award

Beale has earned recognition at the highest Air Force level as the recipient of the 2024-2025 General Thomas D. White (GTDW) award for the environmental restoration installation category. This prestigious award recognizes the installation’s outstanding achievements in environmental restoration and
April 1, 2026
A Legacy of Valor; Virginia Air and Space Science Center opens new Tuskegee Exhibit

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, joined U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt (former) Thomas Newton, Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, and others in cutting the ribbon of a new exhibit at the Virginia Air and Space Science Center on Mar. 26, 2026, officially cementing the
April 1, 2026
USAF implements restructure of Strategy, Design, Requirements directorate

This key milestone in the Air Force's ongoing modernization and requirements reform efforts, streamlines the capability development process.
April 1, 2026
Modernizing Air Force TACP Ground Evaluations

Air Force Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) operators from the 19th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) underwent a comprehensive mission evaluation in January, utilizing advanced electronic warfare and drone technology to validate new ground combat standards.
March 27, 2026
ACC command team gets inside look at Air Force’s EMSO wing

General Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, got a firsthand look at the U.S. Air Force’s premier wing dedicated to dominating the electromagnetic spectrum, the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing, March 10, 2026.
March 26, 2026
Hill AFB fighter squadron chosen as top in the Air Force

The "Rude Rams" of the 388th Fighter Wing’s 34th Fighter Squadron have won the 2025 Raytheon Award, which recognizes the top fighter squadron in the United States Air Force.
March 26, 2026
Decision Advantages formed by ACC’s Operations Analysis Squadron

On a battlefield where information is the ultimate weapon, Air Combat Command’s Operations Analysis Squadron delivers combat-ready clarity, transforming complex data into the decision advantage that saves lives and wins. The mission at ACC OAS is to execute operational analysis by transforming data
March 23, 2026
Total Force Training at Moody AFB sharpens Defender skills and builds interoperability

In a dynamic partnership to strengthen mission readiness and base defense capabilities, the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), based out of Jacksonville, Florida, trained with the 820th Base Defense Group (BDG) at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 25-Feb. 6, 2026.
March 23, 2026
Dutch F-35s visit Hill AFB to integrate and train with 388th FW

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – For much of March, a contingent of Dutch F-35A Lightning IIs, along with support personnel from across the RNLASF Air Combat Command, have been deployed to Hill Air Force Base for exercise Lightning Forge – flying and training alongside their U.S. Air Force F-35
March 20, 2026
Forged in Crisis: The Enduring Legacy of Tactical Air Command

As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, the lineage of the U.S. Air Force’s combat airpower, embodied today by Air Combat Command, traces its direct origins to the turbulent aftermath of World War II. The story of ACC is fundamentally the story of its predecessor, Tactical Air
March 19, 2026
DAF completes records review for COVID-related separations

The DAF recently conducted a proactive review and upgrade of personnel records, identifying 377 who were involuntarily discharged solely for declining the COVID-19 vaccination, ensuring individuals who met the eligibility requirements receive the full amount of post-service benefits.
March 13, 2026
DAF announces updates to Military Leave Program

The DAF released an update to DAFI 36-3003, Military Leave Program, which incorporates changes mandated by the Department of War and streamlines leave policies to ensure Airmen and Guardians are fully aware of their entitlements. 
March 11, 2026
ACC Command Team explores Creech AFB’s unique mission set

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, on Mar. 4, 2026.
March 6, 2026
CSAF Letter to the Force

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen.
March 5, 2026
Hegseth Says There's No Shortage of American Will, Resources in Operation Epic Fury

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said there is no shortage of American will, nor is there a shortage of materiel, when it comes to U.S. kinetic engagement against the Iranian terrorist regime during Operation Epic Fury.
March 5, 2026
Air Force, Space Force Ready for All Warfighting Challenges

The Air Force's lethality depends on the professionalism of airmen and the capability of their equipment, said Air Force Gen. John D. Lamontagne, Air Force vice chief of staff, who testified at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on joint force readiness in Washington.
March 5, 2026
Eagle Eyes: AFOSI urges vigilance as global threats persist

As global tensions rise and threats to military personnel and installations evolve, the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) is calling on all Airmen, Guardians, civilian employees and family members to report suspicious activity. Through the Eagle Eyes program, AFOSI empowers
March 4, 2026
Four Days In, Hegseth, Caine Say U.S. Making Decisive Progress in Iran

During the War Department's second press conference since the U.S. and Israel's launch of Operation Epic Fury against the Iranian regime, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine said America is making decisive offensive progress in the
March 2, 2026
Hegseth Says 'Epic Fury' Goals in Iran Are 'Laser-Focused'

American forces in the U.S. Central Command area of operations have been involved in an intense bombing campaign against Iran — Operation Epic Fury — that has already resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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