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Beginning with the basics -- the future of Undergraduate Pilot Training

Senior Airman Michaela Prince — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:18:06 GMT

Six months ago, a group of Airmen began their journey that would take them from learning the very basics of flight to becoming world-class aviators.

Airman’s Time - Laughlin Medical Group Quality Services

Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:24:36 GMT

The 47th Flying Training Wing command team visited Laughlin Medical Group Quality Services during Airman’s Time at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 1, 2026.

HQ RIO Welcomes New Commander

Tech. Sgt. Cierra Mason — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:44:45 GMT

Buckley Space Force Base, Colo. -- Col. Karla A. Taff officially took command of Headquarters

AF Week in Photos

Pentagon News — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:06:59 GMT

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.

Kentucky Air Guard’s Contingency Response Group provides key capabilities for Patriot 26

Senior Airman Angelee Barnett — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:20:00 GMT

Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Contingency Response Group provided key support to exercise Patriot 26 in Wisconsin Aug. 20 through 27.

Tinker Chaplain Corps encourages connection, shares resources during Suicide Prevention Month

Pentagon News — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

This September, Team Tinker observes Suicide Prevention Month by reinforcing a simple, enduring

Press Release: Moody Dropped Object Report

23rd Wing Public Affairs — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:27:00 GMT

During a routine training mission, an A-10C Thunderbolt II assigned to the 23d Fighter Group experienced an inadvertent release of a small non-explosive training munition in-flight, today at approximately 11:34 a.m.

Failed housing mediation? Try the resident advocate

Laisa Leao — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:37:16 GMT

Residents dissatisfied with services from base housing manager Mayroad who could not resolve the issue through the Military Housing Office should contact privatized housing resident advocate Heather Galvan.

From Chaos to Bronze: Celebrating a Year of FSS Upstream Supplier and Mission Impact

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:46:00 GMT

In July 2025 we embarked on a journey with eight Force Support Squadrons to transform the way our FSS operates through the EVOLVE FSS Upstream Supplier Initiative. Backed by Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) A1 and A9 and led by the Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center (ARPC) Directorate of Human Performance and Development, this beta test focused on two high-impact wing lines of production: Evaluations and DD214s.

EVOLVE Beta creates “framework for sustainable success” at east coast FSS

Master Sgt. Antigone Trimble, Force Support Squadron — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:38:26 GMT

For the 459th Force Support Squadron, the success of the EVOLVE beta wasn’t just based on general feedback; the metrics proved it. Before the beta, we often found ourselves operating in a reactive state. We spent our time putting out fires just to keep up. EVOLVE helped us shift that "red brain" survival mindset into a proactive "green brain" approach focused on understanding root causes and preventing issues before they happened. By standardizing our processes and replacing assumptions with data-driven decisions, we’re now better equipped to empower our Airmen to solve problems at the lowest level. Process improvement is a continuous labor of love, yet essential to our mission. Every improvement we make directly benefits our Airmen and our commanders.

Team Fairchild tests readiness during Exercise Titan Fury 26-6

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:18:00 GMT

Tiger of the Week: Tech. Sgt. Trevor Cantrell

Pentagon News — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:58:00 GMT

Tech. Sgt. Trevor Cantrell, this week’s Tiger of the Week, understands that effective security starts with prepared Airmen. As a flight sergeant with the 377th Weapons Systems Security Squadron at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, Cantrell leads the Delta Dawgs while ensuring his team is ready to respond when called upon. Cantrell provides command and control during security responses and oversees the training, management, and supervision of assigned personnel. His leadership helps ensure Airmen are prepared to protect personnel, critical resources, and installation assets across Kirtland.

JB MDL commits to preparedness

Airman 1st Class Matthew Almazan — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Team McChord Participates in Storm Flag 26-10

Airman 1st Class Frederick Barnes — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:09:00 GMT

Multiple 62d Airlift Wing C-17 Globemaster III aircrews with the 8th Airlift Squadron departed Joint

AMC, ACC Chaplain Corps conducts spiritual readiness training, exercise

Ch, Col. Samuel Smith & Ch, Lt. Col. Jeffrey McMillen — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:07:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Air Mobility Command and Air Combat Command religious support teams (RSTs) gathered at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Aug. 25-27, 2026, to train and exercise Chaplain Corps readiness for supporting combat forces.

81TRW commander signs a Suicide Prevention Awareness Month proclamation

Kemberly Groue — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:06:01 GMT

441st VSCOS drives ground mobility across Air Force

Airman 1st Class Chloe Goodman — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:03:00 GMT

Stationed at JBLE, the 441st Vehicle Support Chain Operations Squadron serves as the critical backbone for vehicle readiness. While the squadron does not physically house or maintain any vehicles, its small team of approximately 80 members oversees an inventory of 85,000 vehicles valued at $13.5 billion, making them a vital component of overall Air Force operations.

AFRC Expands Chaplain Availability to Support Reintegration

Master Sgt. Nicole King — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:57:29 GMT

The Air Force Reserve Command recently expanded chaplain resources to help Airmen with reintegration following deployments. The AFRC Chaplain office set up a temporary Active Guard Reserve program to put chaplains on extended orders and make sure Airmen reintegrating after deployment have resources available more long term.

JBLE Command post connects installation readiness to global operations

Senior Airman Olivia Bithell — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:56:39 GMT

All Domain Command and Control Operations, commonly known as the command post, provides that connection around the clock, linking installation leaders, operational units, higher headquarters and national command authorities.

AMC deputy commander retires after 32 years of distinguished service

Pentagon News — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:50:00 GMT

Members across the mobility enterprise, family, and distinguished guests gathered here, Sept. 3, to honor Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, Air Mobility Command deputy commander, as she retired following more than three decades of distinguished military service.