June 29, 2019 AFIT students inform Pentagon energy initiative as part of new course As part of a newly offered course at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), a small group of students determined energy-optimized flying conditions for Air Force fighter relocation missions, which are also known as coronets. Their work is helping to inform a Pentagon-led initiative that seeks
June 28, 2019 Travis’ 60th Operations Group gets spotlight during Airman enrichment program Airmen from Travis AFB had the opportunity to flex their operational muscles June 14 as part of an on-base enrichment program focused on the mission of Travis’ 60th Operations Group.
June 24, 2019 GI Bill Transfer Last year new guidance was announced on transferring GI Bill benefits. The changes go into effect July 12th.
June 23, 2019 Step-by-Step Guide for how to Transfer GI Bill Benefits You must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DoDI 1341.13, Change 1, Post-9/11 GI Bill and AFI 36-2649, Voluntary Education Program, Attachment 13, prior to applying for the Transfer of Education Benefits, or TEB.
June 19, 2019 Captain to compete in Alpha Warrior western regional competition “You can push yourself beyond anything you’ve ever done before,” said the young captain, his eyes bright with excitement as he discusses the challenge facing him only days away.
June 18, 2019 Hardware, software, training reshaped as part of ‘Year of the Defender’ initiative The Air Force has undertaken a comprehensive effort to revitalize and reconfigure its security forces squadrons during the past year with the Reconstitute Defender Initiative.
June 14, 2019 CCAF sets end date for Professional Manager Certification The program termination comes after the Air Force Credentialing Opportunities On-Line has 31 civilian industry leadership and management professional certifications available to senior noncommissioned officers.
June 12, 2019 KC-46 completes testing with Super Galaxy The U.S. Air Force’s newest air refueling aircraft, the KC-46A Pegasus, is undergoing a variety of tests out of Edwards Air Force Base, California.
May 31, 2019 Secretary, chief of staff initiate dialogue with commanders on a plan for new officer promotion categories The memo explains the proposed change and directs commanders to solicit and provide feedback from officers to major command commanders by July 31, with “a final recommendation due to the secretary and chief not later than 30 August 2019.”
May 31, 2019 123rd Airlift Wing supports interoperability with exercise Immediate Response The purpose of the annual exercise is to build multinational readiness, enhance military-to-military relationships and improve interoperability between land forces to provide mutual assurance, deter regional aggression and support a balanced approach to security and stability in the Balkan region.