US, UAE fly to build interoperability
The U.S Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Air Force join together for a partnering flight in the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility. This flight was conducted to build military-to-military relationships and interoperability with the UAE…
Around the Air Force: B-52’s in Qatar / F-35 Training / Grand Forks Redesignation
Today’s look around the Air Force a U.S. bomber task force deployed to Al Udeid Air Base, completed its first mission in mid-May, the 33rd Fighter Wing at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida was chosen as a potential new F-35 training squadron, the Air Force…
Around the Air Force: EOD Memorial Ceremony / Tyndall Industry Day / Groundbreaking
On this look around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein speaks at the 50th EOD Memorial, Air Force officials discuss rebuilding Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, and Eglin AFB, Florida, starts construction on the Intrepid Spir…
Echoes of 1999 rescue ring loud and clear for Goldfein, providing lessons and vision for today
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein has a direct answer when asked what echoes to this day, what continues to influence his thinking and actions even now, 20 years after he found himself on the ground in hostile surroundings, his F-16 in th…
Leaders discuss Tyndall AFB rebuild at second Industry Day
John Henderson, assistant secretary of the Air Force for installations, environment and energy, reaffirmed the Air Force’s commitment to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base during a symposium with industry representatives May 2, at Florida State University…
Air Force releases proposal request for the Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement Contract
The Space and Missile Systems Center, in partnership with the National Reconnaissance Office, released a request for proposals May 3, for the purpose of competitively awarding firm fixed-price, indefinite-delivery requirements contracts to two domestic…
Around the Air Force: F-35 First Combat Strike/Tyndall Update/Privatized Housing
On this look around the Air Force, U.S. F-35A Lightning II aircraft conduct their first combat strike, rebuilding at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, stops from lack of funding, and the Air Force creates a 24/7 helpline to address housing concerns.
F-22 Raptor makes historic flight with Blue Angels
In a historic moment for aviation, the F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team flew alongside the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in a rare formation over the skies of Beaufort, South Carolina, April 25.
Senior US military officials tour the Arctic as the region copes with changing climate and shifting security demands
A contingent of senior Air Force leaders and other high-ranking officials are visiting multiple locations across the Arctic April 27-May 3 in an attempt to better understand operational challenges and refine approaches for meeting the changing security…
U.S. Air Force F-35As conduct first combat employment
Two Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft conducted an air strike at Wadi Ashai, Iraq, in support of Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve, April 30.