Sept. 9, 2024 Air Force realigns for readiness, future competitiveness Air Force Materiel Command will consolidate and establish new centers to rapidly develop, procure, field and sustain a pipeline of competitive capabilities to deliver decisive advantages to the force.
Aug. 13, 2024 Political activity Dos and Don’ts for Airmen, Guardians, DoD employees We can expect many opportunities for citizens to participate in the democratic process but with this in mind, it is important to be aware of specific guidelines that apply to service members and federal employees on acceptable behavior.
Aug. 9, 2024 AF demonstrates low-cost capability to defeat surface vessels from the air The AFRL Munitions Directorate operates an ongoing Maritime Weapon Program in partnership with the U.S. Navy to develop anti-ship lethality with air-launched weapons.
April 26, 2024 Air Force accepting warrant officer applications For Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields.
Feb. 14, 2024 DAF senior enlisted advisors discuss Airmen, Guardians in the fight Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass and Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna spoke on a panel moderated by the 14th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Gerald Murray.
Feb. 14, 2024 AF to re-introduce warrant officer rank, other major changes The Air Force plans to introduce two dozen changes specifically designed to prepare the service for strategic power challenges from competitors like China and Russia.
Feb. 12, 2024 AF leaders present plan to reoptimize Forces DAF leaders outlined 24 specific decisions during a panel discussion at the AFA Warfare Symposium. The decisions will position the services to better confront China and maintain the hard-won superiority in air and space.
Feb. 12, 2024 AF, SF announce sweeping changes to maintain superiority While the changes feature a mix of near-term and longer-term initiatives, senior leaders emphasized the need for speed. “We are out of time,” Kendall said repeatedly in urging action on the changes.
Feb. 7, 2024 Retired officer, enlisted can rejoin active duty amid shortfalls Voluntary Retired Return to Active Duty Program program embraces experienced talent, tapping into a valuable resource of retired members to fill critical roles to close the gap against our peer competitors.
Sept. 26, 2022 Air Force announces hypersonic missile contract award The Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile is an air-launched, scramjet-powered hypersonic weapon designed to hold high-value targets at risk in contested environments from standoff distances.