June 13, 2022 Air Force, Space Force hackathon applications close June 21 A hackathon is an innovation and software development event commonly employed by technology companies, in which teams self-form and urgently develop working prototypes that are later presented to senior leaders.
June 2, 2022 DAF Gaming delivers gaming expo, esports championship at FORCECON 2022 The esports completion was a part of the FORCECON 2022: Innovation – Technology – Gaming convention, an event to spur collaboration between the military, industry and academia.
April 18, 2022 ACC begins fielding tools to analyze, protect base EMS Electromagnetic radiation is constantly traveling at the speed of light with most of it being invisible to the naked eye. Now, with the use of new spectrum monitoring tools, Air Combat Command can track EM radiation from sources like radio and aircraft communication.
Feb. 14, 2022 1st Fighter Wing deploys to United Arab Emirates Under the direction of the Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, the mission will be to assist the UAE, one of the United States’ long-standing strategic partners, amid a series of recent attacks.
Feb. 12, 2022 Legion Pod reaches IOC The Legion Pod is a sensor that uses the infrared spectrum to help pilots to track and engage enemy aircraft in environments where traditional radar technology is denied.
Feb. 8, 2022 ACC's Agile Combat Employment just got more AGILE The Agile Battle Lab’s ultimate goal is to reshape the way Airmen think, work and incorporate processes that elevate the capabilities of the Air Force in preparation for the future fight.
Jan. 20, 2022 Air Combat Command names Lead Wings The commander of Air Combat Command has designated five units as Lead Wings as part of the combat air force’s transition to the service’s new force generation model.
Dec. 19, 2021 Explore. Discover. Dream. Former 1st FW pilot has a new mission to the stars Many people dream of becoming a fighter pilot, but the sky was never the limit for previous 71st Fighter Training Squadron T-38 Talon and 27th Fighter Squadron F-22 Raptor pilot, Maj. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers.
Dec. 14, 2021 AFIMSC announces 2022 I-WEPTAC topics, seeks working group volunteers I-WEPTAC is an annual event that examines fundamental installation and mission support challenges to identify deficiencies, shortfalls and developmental gaps that limit the Air Force's and Space Force’s ability to execute and operate efficiently.
Feb. 4, 2021 Desert Storm veteran influences daughter’s call to service The 30th anniversary of Desert Storm was Jan. 17, 2021, and I have come to the quick realization that my biggest motivation for joining the military in the first place was my father, former Staff Sgt. Larry Shanes of the U.S. Marines.
Aug. 28, 2020 Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC Gen. Mark Kelly took command from Gen. Mike Holmes during a ceremony presided over by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. who shared some words of encouragement to Kelly and highlighted his accomplishments.
July 30, 2020 ACC commander accepts Order of the Sword recognition The invitation came as a surprise to Holmes, who was delivering remarks and answering questions during a virtual noncommissioned officer development course. A participant of the course asked Holmes if he would accept the invitation, which then prompted a group of enlisted Airmen to rush into Holmes’
July 21, 2020 SecAF visits JB Langley-Eustis During the tour, Barrett saw what efforts are being made to modernize the Air Force, boost morale and continue to encourage diversity and inclusion within the Air Force family.
March 9, 2020 Air Force announces 2019 Safety Awards Maj. Gen. John T. Rauch Jr., Air Force Chief of Safety, recently announced the recipients of the Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Safety Awards and the Air Force Chief of Safety Awards for 2019.
Jan. 9, 2020 Air Force announces Spark Tank 2020 selectees Spark Tank also offers Airmen the opportunity to get their ideas in front of key enabling agencies that can share expertise and resources such as funding or personnel for the projects being presented and demonstrate pathways for intrapreneurs to make their initiatives successful.