Air Force Features

July 16, 2019
ACC commander speaks at Joint Warfighting Forum

Air Force Gen. Mike Holmes delivered remarks to the audience of military and industry partners about the future of armed conflict and the importance of integrated systems of command and control.
Feb. 20, 2019
Air Force Tech Report: Chem light replacement

Chemical illumination has been a useful tool for military operations for years in the form of chem lights or glow sticks. However, glow sticks could be a hindrance to carry around. The Air Force Research Lab has exponentially lightened the load to allow chemical illumination in the form of a crayon,
Feb. 4, 2019
Air Force, industry meet to discuss rebuilding Tyndall

Air Force representatives met with more than 450 industry professionals and community leaders Jan. 31 to begin a dialogue and partnership that will eventually lead to the rebuilding of Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, as an “installation of the future.”
Dec. 11, 2018
Air Force Academy cadets have role in creating DoD’s 1st large stealth target drone

Cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy are working with aerospace instructors and industry partners to develop the Defense Department’s first large stealth target drone to test missile tracking systems.
Nov. 16, 2018
Air Force vice chief of staff: National security is a team sport

Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Stephen W. Wilson highlighted the importance of taking a whole-of-nation approach to expanding the national security competitive space during an Air Force Association Breakfast Seminar in Arlington, Virginia, Nov. 14, 2018.
Aug. 6, 2018
Air Force releases Light Attack Aircraft draft request for proposal

The Air Force shared a draft request for proposal for the Light Attack Aircraft with Sierra Nevada/Embraer and Textron Aviation following the conclusion of the second phase of the Light Attack Experiment.
April 10, 2018
VCSAF highlights speed, innovation as keys to victory in future war

Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Stephen Wilson emphasized Airmen will continue leading the way in preparing for the future of war and highlighted the importance of speed, connectivity and innovation during the 2018 Future of War Conference April 9, 2018, in Washington, D.C.
Feb. 6, 2018
AF connects ISR Airmen with industry leaders

Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance leaders hosted an industry day Feb. 2, 2018, at the National Reconnaissance Office to discuss needs for future warfare. Airmen analysts presented many of the needs themselves.
Jan. 4, 2018
AFRL's advanced multi-junction solar cells deliver high efficiency, reduced costs for space

Experts at the Air Force Research Laboratory continue to expand the scope of their technological expertise, rising above the Earth’s surface to meet the power needs of next generation military spacecraft.A collaborative effort between the AFRL Materials and Manufacturing and Space Vehicles
Nov. 15, 2017
AF, Apple building maintenance efficiency

Most people hear the word Apple and think either a fruit or an electronic device. But for the 924th Fighter Group, it means efficiency.
Oct. 2, 2017
Around the Air Force: Oct. 2

On this look around the Air Force, Airmen deliver supplies to support hurricane relief efforts, AETC will redesign how Airmen are trained, and the Air Force Association president retired General Spencer speaks on the partnership of industry and the Air Force. Hosted by SSgt Robbie Arp.
Aug. 9, 2017
AF senior leaders, international visitors observe Light Attack Experiment

Air Force senior leaders and international visitors gathered at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, to observe the ongoing Light Attack Experiment Aug. 9, 2017.

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