Resourcing a Ready Surface Force
Since the establishment of the Readiness Reform and Oversight Council (RROC), the Navy made significant progress in its reform efforts to deliver a more ready and more capable Surface Force. With the support of Congress, the Navy invested in meaningful Surface Force reform, and remains committed to doing everything necessary to create a culture of …
T-6 Texan II crashes at Sheppard AFB
A T-6 Texan II from Sheppard Air Force Base crashed shortly before 2 p.m. May 1, near Lake Waurika, Oklahoma.
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.
Air Force stops all new Tyndall rebuilding efforts starting May 1
The Air Force will be forced to stop all new rebuilding efforts at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, starting May 1 because of the absence of Congressional funding.
SecAF visits Aviano AB
Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson visited Aviano Air Base, April 24. Wilson was able to directly see and experience the many missions of the 31st Fighter Wing and how Aviano AB supports warfighters and contributes to the National Defense Strate…
Air Force announces selection process for officer instructor and recruiting special duty assignments
The Air Force announced that beginning in April 2019, officers will be screened and selected for formal instructor and recruiting special duty positions.
Wilson, Goldfein outline to Senate committee Air Force progress, need for larger force
Ending the week much as it began, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein told the Senate Armed Services Committee, April 4, that the Air Force must grow to meet – and defeat – security threats at …
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Returns To Sea
By Rear Adm. Roy Kelley, Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Today, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) returned to sea for the first time in more than 18 months, officially marking the end of the ship’s Planned Incremental Availability (PIA). For Sailor and shipyard worker alike, the conclusion of this maintenance period signifies the completion …
AFGSC orders B-1B safety stand-down
The commander of Air Force Global Strike Command ordered a safety stand-down of the B-1B Lancer fleet March 28.
Air Force unveils new infrastructure strategy to get more value for money, improve facilities
The Air Force announced on March 22 a new Infrastructure Investment Strategy following a yearlong review that brings new analytical tools and focus that will enhance readiness at bases worldwide.