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Dec. 21, 2022NORAD ready to track Santa’s flight for 67th year
        Every day of the year, the North American Aerospace Defense Command defends North America using an all-domain and globally integrated approach to track everything that flies in and around Canada and the United States. On Dec. 24 each year, NORAD adds a special mission: tracking Santa. 

    May 11, 2022President Biden arrives at Maxwell AFB, visits weapons system manufacturer
        The 42nd Air Base Wing played a leading role delivering seamless, world-class installation support for Biden’s first visit to Alabama since being elected. 

    Feb. 20, 2022Military Service Award recipients named at 2022 BEYA STEM conference
        The latest Department of the Air Force Military Service Award recipients were named during the 2022 Black Engineer of the Year Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics conference in Washington, D.C., Feb. 18, 2022. 

    Dec. 19, 2021Explore. Discover. Dream. Former 1st FW pilot has a new mission to the stars
        Many people dream of becoming a fighter pilot, but the sky was never the limit for previous 71st Fighter Training Squadron T-38 Talon and 27th Fighter Squadron F-22 Raptor pilot, Maj. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers. 

    Aug. 5, 2021Selfish to selfless: an Airman's 32-year journey
        When retired Chief Master Sgt. Kendall Briscoe enlisted in 1989 at 18 years old, he had no idea his path would take him on a journey of self-evolution from a young, selfish Airman to a selfless leader holding a record for the Air Force's longest enlistment to date. 

    July 25, 2021Andersen EOD technician completes DPAA Vietnam mission
        The Vietnam jungle canopied overhead as the explosive ordnance disposal Airman entered his bamboo hut where a birthday cake covered in blue and white frosting, and a group of teammates were waiting for him. 

    July 12, 2021USAFA Cadet Summer Program returns to Tyndall AFB
        After a year-long hiatus due to COVID-19, the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Summer Program recently returned to the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Laboratory at Tyndall Air Force Base. 

    July 4, 2021Travis AFB nurse competes in US Strongman Nationals
        Capt. Jamie Navarro, 60th Surgical Group Command Squadron charge nurse, shares her story, at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. Navarro recently competed in the U.S. Strongman Nationals and placed second. 

    May 31, 2021Luke AFB Airman saves 28 lives in Westgate shooting
        For one Airman, his childhood dream of becoming a superhero became his reality. Tech. Sgt. Michael Walker, 309th Fighter Squadron aviation resource manager, received the 2021 Air Force Sergeants Association William H. Pitsenbarger Heroism Award March 17. The AFSA presents the award annually to an 

    May 21, 2021Reserve chief does big things at Air Force Recruiting Service
        When Chief Master Sgt. Michael Johnson got the call to report to Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service as part of the early push toward Total Force recruiting, he faced many of the typical questions a Reserve Airman faces when working with the active duty. 

    May 9, 2021Special tactics training complex dedicated to fallen STO
        To honor a fallen special tactics officer’s actions and courageous leadership, the 24th Special Operations Wing along with friends and family hosted a dedication ceremony in Capt. Matthew Roland’s honor, May 6 at Hurlburt Field, Florida. 

    April 30, 2021A harrowing night in Afghanistan
        While deployed in Afghanistan in the winter of 2019, Staff Sgt. Michael Rogers, 57th Rescue Squadron pararescueman, was tasked to recover personnel when required. 

    April 21, 2021Developing Self: Airman’s Foundational Competencies Category
        The Air Force has identified 24 Airman’s foundational competencies for all Airmen, these competencies are universally applicable to all Airmen and are categorized into four groups: Developing Self, Developing Others, Developing Ideas and Developing Organizations. 

    Aug. 12, 2020OSI duo takes action on interstate
        Special Agent Robert Davis and Lieve Cuypers were traveling eastbound on I-64 near Quinton when they approached a single-vehicle accident. A red sedan had flipped over into a ditch and was smoking. Davis ran to the vehicle. 

    Dec. 14, 2019Air Force reservist assists in life-saving care aboard commercial flight
        Tech. Sgt. Donny, a pararescue specialist with the 304th Rescue Squadron, Portland Air National Guard Base, was traveling from Portland to Phoenix when he was called into action. 

    Nov. 21, 2019An introduction – Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett
        Barbara M. Barrett is a lawyer, a rancher and instrument-rated pilot with a long history of corporate and federal service, including serving as ambassador to Finland and in senior positions with the Federal Aviation Administration and Civil Aeronautics Board. Before she was 30, she was an executive 

    Nov. 19, 2019Air Force says CBD products not ok to use, may cause positive drug test
        Cannabidiol oil, also known as CBD oil, is growing in popularity as an ingredient in health and pet products, but is it okay for service members and federal employees to use? The simple answer is no. 

    Nov. 4, 2019Royal Air Force Museum American Foundation honors Berlin Airlift veterans
        The Royal Air Force Museum American Foundation celebrated the 70th anniversary of the end of Berlin Airlift at their annual “Spirit of the Battle of Britain” banquet last month to honor these veterans for their contributions to the alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom. 

    Oct. 9, 2019420th FLTS reactivates to support B-21 Raider testing
        The 420th Flight Test Squadron was reactivated following an assumption of command ceremony, Oct. 4. The squadron will plan, test, analyze and report on all flight and ground testing of the B-21 Raider. 

    Oct. 5, 2019Global patient movement: moving America’s ill and injured warfighters safely, securely, soundly
        Serving as the Department of Defense’s single manager for global patient movement, one of its five Unified Command Plan responsibilities, U.S. Transportation Command executes this critical mission through the U.S. Air Force’s aeromedical evacuation system, which provides safe, secure, and sound 

    Sept. 29, 2019Ascension Island's hydroponics lab is revitalizing life on the volcanic island
        Supplies, including food, are flown to the island because Ascension’s water cycle, soil and topography make it very difficult for anything to grow on the island – what does grow, you cannot or would not want to eat, until recently. Introducing Ascension Island’s own personal ‘garden’, the 

    Sept. 28, 2019RAF Lakenheath hosts 23 nations during Vienna Document visit
        The 48th Fighter Wing hosted more than 40 delegates from 23 nations for a visit as part of the Vienna Document 2011 agreement Sep. 24. 

    Aug. 14, 2019Groundbreaking held for Fisher House
        Fisher Houses are homes where military and veteran’s families can stay free of charge while a loved one is in the hospital. 

    Aug. 5, 2019SAIGE Military Meritorious Service Award winner fosters resilience, culture
        Mooneyham is proud of her Native American heritage which taught her resilience and enabled her to win the 2019 Society of American Indian Government Employees Military Meritorious Service Award for her dedicated work in her community as well as supporting the Defense Department mission. 

    July 11, 2019From enlisted marine to 100th ARW commander
        The son of immigrant parents from Thailand, Col. Troy Pananon, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, didn’t have a long family military tradition to lean on, so he made his own instead. 

    July 2, 2019Airman owns mistake, recovers from Article 15, becomes shining example
        Airman 1st Class Mary Kapuscinski, 7th Operations Support Squadron meteorologist, was recently recognized for an act that could have saved thousands of lives. She has won awards for her weather forecasting expertise. But it hasn’t always been positive times for her at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. 

    June 6, 2019Air Force Marathon prices to increase June 17
        Prices for the full, half and 10K marathons are currently $100, $90 and $45 respectively. All three races will increase by $10 on June 17 while the 5K and Tailwind Trot 1K Kids’ Run, hosted by Wright State University, will increase by $5 and $3 respectively.  The Fly! Fight! Win! Challenge will 

    June 6, 201940th HS, local forces rescue man
        The 40th Helicopter Squadron received the request June 3 around 10 p.m. to assist the Cascade County Sheriff’s Department in rescuing the man after he fell from a steep cliff and was holding on to a tree root approximately 250 feet from the ground. 

    June 6, 2019First Vietnamese student graduates from US Aviation Leadership Program
        ALP is a U.S. Air Force-funded program, providing students of partner and developing countries with undergraduate pilot training scholarships. 

    June 3, 2019Japanese, US teachers boost bilateral future
        Kadena Air Base middle school staff shared activity-driven English lessons to Okinawa elementary teachers in support of the foreign language initiative at the Ryukyu Middle School, or RMS, May 24. 

    May 8, 2019Thunderbird performance dazzles Make-A-Wish families
        The Make-A-Wish Foundation offered children diagnosed with critical illnesses a chance to view U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds in action during their unique over-the-water practice demonstration at The Thunder Over the Sound: Keesler and Biloxi Air and Space Show on the beach in Biloxi, Mississippi, May 

    May 3, 2019Youth summer camps offer engagement, growth
        The Air Force Services Activity, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, manages many programs designed specifically for kids, to include a variety of summer camps – both residential and at home station. 

    April 15, 2019US, South Korea military members bond through martial arts
        The traditional martial art of Korea is Taekwondo, and members of the United States Forces-Korea got a chance to experience it firsthand with the South Korean Army. 

    April 12, 2019Air Force releases CY19A officer central selection board results for Medical Service, Nurse Corps
        The Air Force selected 266 active-duty officers for promotion to colonel and major during the calendar year 19A Medical Service and Nurse Corps central selection boards. 

    April 5, 2019Air Force, Army, Navy Secretaries host first national discussion on sexual assault, harassment
        Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson joined her Army and Navy counterparts April 4-5, for the first national discussion on sexual assault and sexual harassment at America’s colleges, universities and service academies summit at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. 

    March 22, 2019Air Force seeks triathletes for Armed Forces competition
        The Air Force is looking for men and women for the 2019 Armed Forces Triathlon June 19-23, in Ventura County, California. 

    March 8, 2019Air Force Sports seeks Airmen basketball players
        The Air Force is looking for men and women for the 2019 Armed Forces Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams. 

    March 1, 2019Air Force Special Tactics 830-mile march for fallen culminates with memorial ceremony
        Twenty Special Tactics Airmen will culminate their 830-mile Special Tactics Memorial March for fallen brethren on March 4 with a memorial ceremony hosted by Air Force Special Operations Command at Hurlbert Field. The ruck marchers will finish their journey along Highway 98/Miracle Strip Highway 

    Feb. 28, 2019F-35A maintainers, special ops team up for forward refueling
        For the first time, Airmen from the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah and Airmen from the 26th Special Tactics Squadron and the 27th Special Operation Logistics Readiness Squadron at Cannon AFB, trained and carried out a Forward Air Refueling Point operation from the MC-130J Commando 

    Feb. 28, 2019First Air Force Total Force Recruiting School graduation a milestone toward integration
        As the Air Force moves forward on making recruiting a Total Force concept, it reached a landmark Feb. 22, with the first Total Force graduating class at the recruiting schoolhouse. 

    Feb. 12, 2019Air Force announces adult, youth artists of the year
        The Air Force Services Activity recently announced the winners of the annual Air Force Art Contest. 

    Jan. 3, 2019Innovation in tight spaces
        As Hurricane Michael churned toward the Emerald Coast of Florida, F-35A Lightning IIs from the 33rd Fighter Wing evacuated to Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, to avoid the storm’s path and potential catastrophic damage. As Michael passed, narrowly missing Eglin AFB, a different type of storm 

    Jan. 2, 2019Uniform code of military justice changes
        Effective Jan. 1, 2019, the Military Justice Act of 2016 will instate the most reform to the Uniform Code of Military Justice and Manual for Courts-Martial in decades, modernizing dated aspects of the military justice system while also providing transparency. 

    Jan. 2, 2019Like daughter, like mother: Recruiter helps family join USAF
        No one expected the mother to sign up for service while gathering information for her daughter at the Air Force recruiting office in her Rhode Island hometown. 

    Nov. 28, 2018Special tactics Airman killed in action in Afghanistan
        A special tactics Airman was killed when his vehicle hit an improvised explosive device in Ghazni Province, Afghanistan, Nov. 27, 2018. 

    Nov. 25, 2018LCBP provides enterprise opportunities to lead, learn
        The Logistics Career Broadening Program offers company grade logistics officers the opportunity gain leadership skills and experience in depot, supply, sustainment and development missions through a two-year rotation at an air or defense logistics center. Officers are embedded within the 

    Nov. 15, 2018US, Aussie partnership thriving at Luke AFB
        Since the arrival of Australia’s first F-35A at Luke Air Force Base in December 2014, Australian pilots and maintainers have trained side by side with members from the U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin in preparation for the day when Australian F-35s would travel home to Australia. 

    Nov. 14, 2018National Museum USAF announces Ninth Annual Student Writing Competition
        Teenagers will have a unique opportunity to earn scholarship funds while learning about military aviation history through the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s Ninth Annual Air Force Heritage and History Writing Competition. 

    Nov. 1, 2018Little Rock AFB hosts Arkansas’ largest STEM Fest
        Little Rock Air Force Base hosted Arkansas’ largest Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics festival in conjunction with the Thunder Over the Rock Air and Space Show, with a field trip day Oct. 26 that drew more than 20,000 attendees, over 13,000 of whom were students. 

    Oct. 28, 2018Airman leaves Dominican Republic to pursue the American dream
        Growing up in Consuelo, a small town in the Dominican Republic, an Airman from the 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron was torn between staying behind to help support his seven siblings or leaving to pursue the American dream. 

    Oct. 19, 2018Employees need to know, heed Hatch Act rules
        Department of Defense civilian employees must be aware of the law limiting political activities in the federal workplace, during duty hours, or on federal property at any time. 

    Oct. 4, 2018Air Force civilians impacted by hurricane receive AFIMSC support
        JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS) -- Linda Alcala listened to a news report about Hurricane Florence approaching the Carolina coast. She heard about a woman whose family didn’t have enough money to evacuate, and payday wasn’t for another week. 

    Sept. 30, 2018Miracle at the Marathon: CPR, training save life
        When retired Air Force Lt. Gen. John Hudson woke on the warm overcast morning of the Air Force Marathon, Sept. 15, he knew the weather would be a challenge. But he was fit, trained and ready to take on the 10 kilometer race, just as he had for the past 10 years. 

    Sept. 28, 201866th RQS remembers fallen Airmen 20 years later
        The 66th Rescue Squadron paid their respects to their fallen brothers during a memorial August 29, which marked the 20th anniversary of their deaths. 

    Sept. 19, 2018T-6A Texan II Crash
        A 12th Flying Training Wing T-6A Texan II crashed near Rolling Oaks Mall at approximately 4 p.m. Sept. 18. The crew ejected and is safe with minor injuries reported at the site. Both were transported to the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Medical Clinic for evaluation and both pilots were released 

    Sept. 18, 2018We Are Airmen: 2018 Recruiting Video Contest winner announced
        More than 70 Airmen across the Air Force showcased their creativity and passion by scripting and producing their own recruiting video through the We Are Airmen 2018 Recruiting Video Contest. 

    Sept. 14, 2018PACAF wins Air Force Defender Challenge
        The U.S. Pacific Air Forces Command came out on top among 14 international security forces teams to win the Air Force Defender Challenge Championship Sept. 10-13 at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas. 

    Sept. 11, 2018When can I get my OCPs?
        The official wear date for the operational camouflage pattern uniform is Oct. 1. 

    Sept. 4, 2018Air Force seeks 2018 GEICO award nominations
        The Air Force is requesting nominations for the 2018 Government Employees Insurance Company Military Service Awards. 

    Aug. 31, 2018AFCENT changes command in historic ceremony
        Lt. Gen. Joseph T. Guastella Jr. assumed command of U.S. Air Forces Central Command from Lt. Gen. Jeffrey L. Harrigian Aug. 30, 2018. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, presided over the ceremony, which was held at AFCENT’s forward headquarters at Al Udeid Air Base for the 

    Aug. 22, 2018Medal of Honor presented to Tech Sgt John Chapman’s family
        On what would have been their 26th wedding anniversary, Tech. Sgt. John Chapman’s widow, Valerie Nessel, accepted his Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump during a ceremony at the White House Aug. 22. 

    Aug. 22, 2018Luke AFB crew chief named best in Air Force
        Staff Sgt. Tanner Apple, 309th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, was awarded the Thomas N. Barnes award Aug. 13, at Luke Air Force Base. 

    Aug. 22, 2018Passing the guidon: Ray takes command of AFGSC
        Gen. Timothy Ray took command of Air Force Global Strike Command from Gen. Robin Rand, outgoing AFGSC commander, during a ceremony, Aug. 21. He is the newest leader of the Air Force’s portion of the nuclear enterprise, which maintains the nation's only force of Minuteman III intercontinental 

    Aug. 21, 2018Global Hawk makes historic first landing at Red Flag-Alaska
        An RQ-4 Global Hawk, assigned to Beale Air Force Base, California, landed at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for Red Flag-Alaska 18-3, Aug. 16. 

    Aug. 10, 2018Air Force promotes pilot diversity with ACE Flight Program
        The inaugural class of the U.S. Air Force’s Aviation, Character and Education Flight Program recently graduated the three-week pilot training camp August 4. 

    Aug. 10, 2018Air Force announces photo contest winners
        Congratulations to this year’s Air Force photo contest winners in the adult and youth categories. This year’s theme “Freedom,” managed by the Air Force Services Activity, received more than 1,200 photo submissions. 

    Aug. 9, 2018Ga. cadets rescue man from sinking vehicle after wreck
        A late-night drive home from a squadron meeting quickly turned into a rescue scenario recently when two Georgia Wing Civil Air Patrol cadets swam to a rapidly sinking SUV in the middle of a rural pond and extracted the dazed driver. 

    July 23, 2018F-22 pilots fire live missiles at Combat Archer
        More than 200 pilots, maintainers and operations support staff from the 1st Fighter Wing are gaining firsthand experience in loading and firing live missiles at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, from July 6-20, 2018. 

    July 17, 2018CSAF strengthens Air Force ties in Italy
        Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein visited several air bases across Italy July 5-9, 2018, where he met with military and political leaders to strengthen international partnerships. 

    July 16, 2018Air Force awards first Remote device: Dominant persistent attack aircrew recognized
        The Air Force’s first-ever remote “R” device was presented to aircrews of the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing July 11, 2018 at Creech Air Force Base. Col. Julian C. Cheater, 432nd WG/432nd AEW commander, ceremoniously presented the Meritorious Service Medals and Air Force Commendation Medals 

    July 12, 2018DoD Announces Policy Change on Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits
        The Department of Defense issued a substantive change today to its policy on the transfer by service members in the uniformed services of Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to eligible family member recipients. 

    June 28, 2018Sisters in service: Closing the joint warfighter’s diversity gap
        The Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium at the San Diego Convention Center June 20-22, 2018, included attendees from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and other service members from 20 different countries. As the largest gathering of military women in the nation, it marked the 

    June 27, 2018Air chiefs from across the Americas convene in Panama City to promote cooperation
        Air force leaders from 19 nations in the Western Hemisphere met in Panama City June 18-22, 2018, for the 58th Conference of American Air Chiefs (CONJEFAMER, per its Spanish acronym). At the annual meeting, these  allied nations build partnerships among air forces, discuss their collective mission 

    June 14, 2018AFCEC warfighter shines at DoD warrior games
        Master Sgt. Linn Dillard is a warfighter, a cancer survivor, and overcame a traumatic brain injury. She’s also an athlete that recently won gold, silver and bronze medals in this year’s Department of Defense Warrior Games. 

    June 7, 2018Retired Airman meets biological sister at DoD Warrior Games
        She’s competing in track and field and indoor rowing, but retired Senior Airman Karah Behrend couldn’t concentrate on training yesterday for the 2018 Department of Defense Warrior Games at the U.S. Air Force Academy.For the first time, Behrend was going to meet her 19-year-old biological sister, 

    June 1, 2018Air Force Band, Honor Guard perform in Memorial Day events across country
        "On Memorial Day," President Donald J. Trump said in his 2018 proclamation, "we pause in solemn gratitude to pay tribute to the brave patriots who laid down their lives defending peace and freedom while in service to our great nation." 

    May 31, 2018Command meets its cost-savings objective for second fiscal year in a row
        Air Force Materiel Command captured more than $2.5 billion in cost savings for fiscal year 2017, the second fiscal year in a row the command has achieved its strategic savings objective. 

    May 30, 2018Instructor pilot shares experience in AFW2 program before competing in Warrior Games
        The end of an Easter egg hunt in 2017 brought Capt. Hunter Barnhill, 37th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, down to the ground as his body was trapped in a seizure. 

    May 29, 2018RAF Warrant Officer leads renovation of 1st Lt. Jarvis Offutt’s grave
        The recent restoration of 1st Lt. Jarvis Offutt’s grave was sparked when a Royal Air Force rivet joint specialist, assigned to RAF Waddington’s 56 Squadron visited the grave to pay respects to the former squadron member in December 2017, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Nebraska. 

    May 23, 2018Retired Air Force rated officers welcomed back on active duty
        Retired Air Force rated officers with Air Force Specialty Codes 11X-pilot, 12X-combat systems officer or 13B-air battle manager are encouraged to apply for the Voluntary Retired Return to Active Duty Program to help alleviate manning shortages within the Air Force rated community. 

    May 21, 2018New tool enhances AF safety inspections, assessments and evaluations
        A new module has been launched through the Air Force Safety Automated System on May 17,2018,  arming safety professionals Air Force-wide with a single method to document and track both spot and annual inspections, as well as safety assessments and evaluations at a local and enterprise level. 

    May 20, 2018Education opportunities in Air Force IT
        Two 53rd Computer Systems Squadron Airmen recently shared how the Air Force opened wide the doors of educational opportunity, and how they set themselves up for success in both the military and civilian worlds. 

    May 18, 2018Small chapel team praised as best in Air Force for 2017
        After being honored with the best small chapel award for Air Combat Command two times, it has finally happened. The 70th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Wing Chapel has been named the Air Force’s Best Small Chapel of the Year for 2017. 

    May 18, 2018Air Force announces Arthur S. Flemming Award winners
        Air Force officials recently announced the three recipients of the 69th Annual Arthur S. Flemming Award. 

    May 17, 2018Air University hosts 65th National Security Forum
        Air University’s Air War College opened its doors to more than 100 community leaders, representing 39 different states, from May 8-10, 2018, to help solidify bridges and relationships between the military and the civilian sectors through the annual National Security Forum, hosted and sponsored by 

    May 17, 2018Monument dedication honors JB Andrews namesake
        Officials unveiled a memorial monument May 3, 2018 dedicated to Lt. Gen. Frank Maxwell Andrews and crew members of the B-24 Liberator, also known as “Hot Stuff,” which crashed on nearby Mount Fagradalsfjall, Iceland, 75 years ago. 

    May 4, 2018Air Force photo contest begins, theme is “Freedom”
        The 2018 Air Force photo contest, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, officially began May 1, 2018.This year’s theme is “Freedom” with the contest running through May 31. 

    May 3, 2018German-American partnership on display during air show
        The 2018 Berlin Air and Trade Show fell under the same year as the 70th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift, in which U.S. and allied forces airlifted supplies into West Berlin following a Soviet blockade of the city. 

    April 26, 2018Air Force, RAF join forces for band centennial celebration
        The U.S. Air Force Concert Band and Britain’s Central Band of the Royal Air Force performed together in the RAF Centenary Concert at the Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., April 16, 2018. 

    April 20, 2018Alpha Warrior tour returns to Air Force installations
        The Air Force is continuing its rollout of the Alpha Warrior program with the launch of the 2018 Alpha Warrior Meet and Greet Tour this month. 

    April 18, 2018‘Troops for Teens’ links Airmen mentors, local youth to shape futures
        The Troops for Teens program is a joint South San Antonio High School and AFCYBER volunteer program that links Airmen mentors with at-risk teens. 

    April 13, 2018362 TRS Airman receives first-ever Army Instructor Badge
        For the first time ever, an  Airman was awarded the Basic Army Instructor Badge at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, April 9, 2018. 

    April 10, 2018Secure Messaging makes communicating with your Air Force doctor simple
        In today’s connected world, we expect most communication to be convenient and instantaneous. Why should communicating with your health provider be any different? That is why the Air Force Medical Service offers a secure messaging platform for patients and families to communicate safely and quickly 

    April 10, 2018FEDVIP brings vision coverage to TRICARE beneficiaries
        Only half of the 61 million U.S. adults who are at high risk for serious vision loss visited an eye doctor in the past year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Eye exams can help keep your vision strong, diagnose potential issues early, and prevent diseases that may lead to 

    April 3, 2018Active Duty? Enroll to continue TRICARE coverage after retirement
        Retiring from active duty, whether a medical retirement or a regular retirement, is a significant life event. You should know before you retire which TRICARE programs best suit your and your family’s needs. 

    March 22, 2018AFCEC, OEA reach new milestone in partnership
        The Air Force Civil Engineer Center and the Office of Energy Assurance recently attended a historic Energy Savings Performance Contract preliminary assessment kick-off at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. 

    March 22, 2018Earthworms and Air Force produce university researcher
        In the Air Force Reserve, Guderyon had grown to love his work as a structural maintenance mechanic, but found himself bored with his mechanical engineering studies in college.  He thought back to his conversation with his former high school teacher, and began pursuing a course of study on aging 

    March 16, 2018Test pilot briefs T-6 nation
        An F-16 Fighting Falcon’s sustained 9 g-force break turn is no small matter on a normal day. Imagine yourself there. Your head weighs 180 pounds and your arms are pinned to the stick and throttle; let go of your breath the wrong way, and you watch the world fade from gray to black in an instant. Now 

    Dec. 21, 2017Air Force finance workshop offers training for technicians
        Financial customer service technicians from around the Air Force will visit San Antonio in late January for three days of training designed to enhance their skills and abilities to meet issues and challenges they face at base level finance offices. 

    Dec. 21, 2017SecAF selects AFCENT Airman for commissioning program
        Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson notified a U.S. Air Forces Central Command Airman of his selection for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program-Active Duty Scholarship, Dec. 20, 2017.1

        


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