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.
U.S. Air Force B-52s deploy to Europe
A Bomber Task Force deployment of B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen and support equipment from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, have arrived in the U.S. European Command area of operations for a deployment to conduct theater i…
U.S. Air Force B-52s deploy to Europe
A Bomber Task Force deployment of B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen and support equipment from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, have arrived in the U.S. European Command area of operations for a deployment to conduct theater i…
AMC extends Osprey capabilities
CV-22 Osprey aircraft, assigned to the 20th Special Operations Squadron, performed Tactical Air-Refueling missions with a KC-10 Extender aircraft March 7-11, over the Southwest region of the U.S.
AMC extends Osprey capabilities
CV-22 Osprey aircraft, assigned to the 20th Special Operations Squadron, performed Tactical Air-Refueling missions with a KC-10 Extender aircraft March 7-11, over the Southwest region of the U.S.