Changes from the September 2025 announcement include a shortened physical fitness diagnostic testing period to end in June and the option for either the 2-mile run or the 20-meter High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run every six months. read more about Air Force updates fitness test requirements »
The 2025 series of the DASH-Machine Teaming marked a significant step forward in the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning by testing and refining AI’s potential to enhance battle management operations. read more about Human-machine teaming in battle management: A collaborative effort across borders »
This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. read more about Air Force Year in Photos »
The visit wrapped up a seven-base trip across the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM areas of responsibility, providing both leaders an opportunity to engage with Airmen at all levels who are standing watch 365 days a year. read more about CSAF, CMSAF make inaugural visit to USAFE-AFAFRICA, meet with Ramstein Airmen »
The senior leaders recently concluded a multi-day visit to bases across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, engaging with service members assigned to Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central), Dec. 18-22. read more about CSAF, CMSAF connect with Airmen in CENTCOM AOR during holiday visit »
The U.S. Air Force announces the designation of YFQ-48A as the Mission Design Series for Northrop Grumman’s Project Talon, a semi-autonomous prototype aircraft, underscoring the Air Force’s commitment to rapidly delivering next-generation capabilities. read more about Air Force designates Northrop Grumman’s Talon prototype as YFQ-48A »
The senior-leader visit kicked off a seven-base tour to meet with Airmen around the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM area of responsibility who stand watch 365 days a year. read more about CSAF, CMSAF visit 48 FW, highlight mission priorities »
U.S. and partner forces commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike against ISIS in Syria in response to the attack on U.S. and partner forces. read more about CENTCOM launches Operation Hawkeye Strike against ISIS in Syria »
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and other senior War Department officials honored the military's top recruiters during the inaugural Recruitment Excellence Forum at the Pentagon. read more about Hegseth, senior leaders honor military's top recruiters »
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. read more about AF Week in Photos »
A team from Barksdale AFB pioneered and prototyped a B-52 avionics pylon loading adapter using existing weapons-loading equipment to win the 2025 Spark Tank competition. read more about 2025 Spark Tank winner announced »
The Department of the Air Force updated its medical guidance for shaving profiles to align with the Secretary of War’s grooming standards. read more about DAF updates medical shaving profile guidance to align with Secretary of War grooming policy »
Naval Air Systems Command released the findings of a comprehensive review Dec. 12 on the V-22 Osprey aircraft flown by the Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy. read more about NAVAIR releases V-22 comprehensive review findings »
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. read more about AF Week in Photos »
A B-52 Stratofortress, equipped with a modernized radar system, completed a significant milestone as part of the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, ensuring the bomber remains a vital component of U.S. airpower. read more about B-52 Stratofortress completes ferry flight after radar modification »
JB Elmendorf-Richardson was selected to host air support ops. squadron. read more about JB Elmendorf-Richardson to gain 3rd Air Support Operations Squadron »
Jackson Barracks has been selected as the preferred location for an Air National Guard cyber operations squadron read more about Jackson Barracks to gain ANG cyber operations squadron »
Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe became the 21st Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force during an Assumption of Responsibility ceremony Dec. 8. read more about Wolfe assumes role as 21st CMSAF »
The U.S. Air Force’s first T-7A Red Hawk assigned to AETC arrived at the 12th Flying Training Wing, marking a major milestone in the modernization of pilot training. read more about T-7A Red Hawk lands at JBSA-Randolph »
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. read more about AF Week in Photos »
AMC welcomed the 99th and100th KC-46A Pegasus aircraft delivered to the U.S. Air Force, during an arrival ceremony at Travis AFB. read more about 100th KC-46A Pegasus delivered to Travis AFB »
An F-16C Fighting Falcon from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds crashed during a training mission in California. read more about Thunderbirds aircraft incident »
Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier visited Columbus Air Force Base to engage with Airmen, gain insight into modernization initiatives, and reinforce the importance of readiness across the force. read more about USecAF visits Columbus AFB »
The Air Force has introduced the T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, marking a historic step in replacing the aging T-38 Talon and modernizing pilot training for fifth- and sixth-generation warfare. read more about T-7A Red Hawk: A new era for pilot training begins at Randolph »
The Air Force announced updates, Dec. 2, to in-residence intermediate and senior developmental education for active-duty members. read more about Air Force announces changes to officer developmental education »
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach returned to the cockpit in America’s premier air supremacy platform, urging leaders to maintain the edge as the world’s greatest and most powerful Air Force. read more about CSAF, leaders at all flying units step to the jet again »
The squadron flew 927.9 hours this year across the Atlantic, eastern Pacific and central Pacific basins, collecting critical data that improved forecasts, saved lives and once again, demonstrated the unit's no-fail mission. read more about Hurricane Hunters wrap up 2025 season after flying into three Category 5 storms »
In a memorandum to commanders, the SecAF and CSAF said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.” read more about Update on recent DAF efforts »
A former commander of the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron was awarded the Silver Star Medal during a presentation ceremony at the Pentagon. read more about Former 480th EFS commander awarded Silver Star Medal »
U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force security forces leadership met to strengthen their relationship, exchange perspectives on shared regional security challenges and discuss commitment to exploring future training exchange opportunities. read more about USAF, ROKAF ‘Top Cops’ meet on JBA »