Air Force Features

Oct. 30, 2018
Air Force Reserve Command activates first ISR Wing

Born out of necessity in 2012, the 655th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group embraced its destiny to restructure as a wing during a ceremony at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Oct. 20.
Sept. 20, 2018
The Flying First

That young pilot, Capt. Benjamin Foulois, was in one of eight Curtis JN-3 “Jenny” biplanes participating in the search. The planes were powered with 90-horsepower engines that had a rough time just staying airborne, but they led a reconnaissance mission to kick off Gen. John J. Pershing’s punitive
Aug. 24, 2018
AFCYBER move streamlines ACC warfighting efforts

With the addition of 24th Air Force/Air Forces Cyber to Air Combat Command, new cyber outcomes are available to America's warfighting commanders.
Aug. 21, 2018
Global Hawk makes historic first landing at Red Flag-Alaska

An RQ-4 Global Hawk, assigned to Beale Air Force Base, California, landed at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for Red Flag-Alaska 18-3, Aug. 16.
Aug. 14, 2018
Total force integration: 9th LRS, Reservists fuel Beale AFB aircraft

The 9th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oil and lubricants flight works to ensure the mission at Beale Air Force Base maintains a steady rate.
July 26, 2018
Vice President, Second Lady visit Grand Forks AFB

Vice President of the United States Michael Pence spoke with Airmen at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., July 25, 2018, while Karen Pence, the Second Lady of the United States, hosted a seminar for military spouses.
July 18, 2018
24th Air Force joins Air Combat Command, welcomes new commander

Twenty Fourth Air Force was reassigned to a new major command and welcomed a new commander during a ceremony, July 17, 2018.
June 6, 2018
From high-risk youth to national award winner – One Airman’s inspirational journey

This extraordinary Airman, who graduated from Penn State, loves the work he does for the Air Force and his country, but things did not always come easy to him. A Buffalo, New York, native, U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Butler has many accomplishments, including five Air Force-level awards, and soon he
May 29, 2018
Air Force Cross Airman honors Intelligence Squadron legacy

Heritage. It doesn’t have to be something tangible handed down, it can also be something that gives a sense of pride and belonging. In September 1944, the 11th Photographic Technical Unit was constituted, and on May 18, 2018, an Air Force Cross recipient, Master Sgt. Robert Gutierrez Jr., assisted
April 20, 2018
Yesterday’s Air Force: Strategic Bombers

Since the World War II era, the Air Force has relied on strategic bombers to gather intelligence and defend the United States against adversaries.
Jan. 24, 2018
US Air Forces Central Command realigns aircraft and airmen to Kandahar Airfield

U.S. Air Forces Central Command has realigned aircraft, Airmen and assets to Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, to support increased airpower requirements of Afghan National Defense and Security Forces and U.S. forces tasked to carry out the South Asia Policy under Operation Freedom’s Sentinel and the
Jan. 18, 2018
Second annual enlisted RPA pilot selection board convenes at AFPC

The second annual enlisted remotely piloted aircraft pilot selection board meets at the Air Force Personnel Center this week to identify the next enlisted group to attend RPA pilot training as part of the deliberate approach to enhance the Air Force’s Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance
Dec. 22, 2017
How ISIS was defeated in Iraq (Hint: It’s thanks in part to air-ground teamwork)

For more than three years, the people of Iraq have endured unspeakable suffering under the dark shadow of Islamic State terrorists. That shadow has now receded, as a result of the defeat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria forces that was declared in early December 2017, by Iraqi Prime Minister
Sept. 6, 2017
Total Force Air Commando continues breaking barriers

Military life is typically unplanned and unpredictable. Some may view that as a negative, but having an open mind and saying yes to opportunities can take you on an unbelievable adventure.
Aug. 28, 2017
Tech Report: MC-12 Liberty

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- The MC-12W Liberty provides intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance to ground forces all over the world. In this Air Force Tech Report, learn about the capabilities of the MC-12W.The Air Force Tech Report is a video series that gives viewers a quick look at

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