Sept. 29, 2023 Changes in domestic violence response highlight Domestic Violence Awareness Month The DAF actions are the result of a 90-day cross-functional review directed by Kendall in January after an Inspector General investigation was initiated in response to allegations concerning the handling of domestic violence incidents.
Sept. 29, 2023 Around the Air Force: Enlisted Airmanship Continuum, MCA Training Framework, New Coaching Website In this week’s look around the Air Force, the Enlisted Airmanship Continuum provides Airmen new development opportunities, there’s new Multi-Capable Airmen training roadmap, and a new website gives resources to find or become a professional coach.
Sept. 28, 2023 Help available for DAF Airmen, Guardians, civilians in event of lapse in appropriations Assistance to reduce potential impacts in the event of a government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians, and their families is available through various means.
Sept. 28, 2023 Department of the Air Force to Review Discharges of Veterans with Mental Health Conditions & Experiences of Sexual Trauma The DAF will also implement administrative reforms for individuals who apply to have their discharge statuses upgraded in the future.
Sept. 27, 2023 DoD to establish AI Battle Labs in EUCOM, INDOPACOM These multi-classification labs will collect operational theater data — ranging from logistics to cyber — and share it with the DoD enterprise, providing central hubs for digital integration among federal entities, industry, coalition partners and American citizenry.
Sept. 27, 2023 DAF's 2023 DEIA Conference champions respect, recruitment, retention and readiness This year's theme, "Respect, Recruit, Retain and Ready," aimed to empower all Airmen and Guardians, emphasizing the need for inclusive leadership, trust and belonging amid an evolving battlefield.
Sept. 27, 2023 Air Force trailblazer, Maj. Gen. Leavitt, retires after 31 years of service From her early aspirations in aerospace engineering to confronting policies that once barred women from combat-coded fighter aircraft roles, Leavitt's resolve knew no bounds.
Sept. 27, 2023 CMSAF visits Goodfellow AFB Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass returned to Goodfellow Air Force Base to join service members in celebrating the 30th anniversary of Goodfellow being the home of the 17th Training Wing.
Sept. 26, 2023 SAF DI leadership breaks barriers at AFA The SAF Diversity and Inclusion office showcased a pivotal presence at the AFA’s 2023 Air, Space & Cyber Conference in National Harbor.
Sept. 26, 2023 Kadena AB generates airpower in ACE exercise The U.S. Air Force’s ability to rapidly generate airpower at a moment’s notice was put to the test at Kadena Air Base, when the 18th Wing conducted a no-notice agile combat employment exercise Sept. 22.
Sept. 26, 2023 Emerging Technologies Integrated Test Force takes delivery of first eVTOL aircraft The Emerging Technologies Integrated Test Force is the lead element tasked with testing and evaluating the technology for future national defense applications.
Sept. 25, 2023 Air Force to field new body armor carrier systems for aircrew Aircrew operating across 20 different rotor, tilt-wing, and fixed-wing aircraft will receive new body armor carrier systems as part of an effort to update and replace older models.
Sept. 24, 2023 DAF childcare fees amended following DoD policy change Executive Order 14095, "Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers," directs the DoD to improve the affordability of childcare on military installations.
Sept. 23, 2023 Duke Field breaks ground on first electric aircraft charging station AFWERX and BETA Technologies, an electric aerospace company, broke ground on the first electric aircraft charging station on a military installation at Duke Field Sept. 19.
Sept. 22, 2023 AF Week in Photos 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.