AFMC News

May 14, 2019
Air Force completes test of combat support innovation

The Air Force completed the final test of an innovative warfighting concept May 12 that could be a game-changer for future adaptive-basing constructs.
April 11, 2019
I-WEPTAC delivers third straight year of innovation

Mission Area Working Groups delivered innovative solutions to the Air Force’s top Agile Combat Support challenges at the 3rd Annual Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference outbrief here April 10.
April 10, 2019
AFIMSC partners with industry for future success

Operating at the speed of relevance is key to Air Force future success and that’s not possible without partnering with industry. That was the message delivered April 9 by presenters during the annual Air Force Installation and Mission Support Industry Day held in conjunction with AFIMSC’s
March 15, 2019
FEURY keeps TACPs in new theater safe

Additional FEURY sites multiply the amount of ISR available to units and give combat Airmen the edge over their adversaries, according to the TACPs who use them. The office rolled out its capability to a new theater this February after securing funding, requirements, drafting a contract and
March 12, 2019
Air Force’s fiscal 2020 budget focuses on modernization, readiness, confronting global threats

The Air Force’s budget would rise to $165 billion in fiscal year 2020 under the White House spending plan unveiled March 12, a $10 billion increase that allows the service to grow, modernize and effectively adapt to an array of changing global threats.
Feb. 19, 2019
Air Force formalizes policy on retention of non-deployable Airmen

In accordance with Department of Defense policy on military retention of non-deployable service members, the Air Force implemented its guidance in a memo signed Feb. 19.
Feb. 14, 2019
Virtual training platform maintains, improves military surgeon’s skills

It is vital for medical Airmen to continuously maintain and improve their skills. To access more training opportunities, military surgeons are looking to virtual training platforms.The Air Force is working with sister services to study a virtual training platform called Crowd-Sourced Assessment of
Dec. 12, 2018
How the Air Force got smarter about its aviation fuel use in 2018

Did you know the Air Force is the largest consumer of fuel in the Department of Defense? This may not surprise you, if say, you’ve ever watched a sortie of F-35 Lighting IIs complete an aerial refueling, or witnessed a C-5 Galaxy lift (seemingly) effortlessly into the sky. In fact, the Air Force
Nov. 28, 2018
Mental health providers, leadership partner for deployment resiliency, readiness

Deployed mental health providers work closely with leadership to help maintain warfighter resiliency and readiness.Service members are away from their usual support systems during deployment, and because the environment and stress puts them in unusual situations, they require innovative and flexible
Nov. 26, 2018
Deploying mental health care downrange

Deployed mental health providers play a vital role in delivering medical care downrange, ensuring the health of the warfighter and the mission.Even though service members who deploy are medically ready, both physically and mentally, the rigors of deployment can take a toll.
Nov. 21, 2018
Air Force’s focus on readiness yields results, highlights innovation, problem solving

From a distance, the idea – and operational meaning – of “readiness” for the U.S. Air Force seems straightforward. Be prepared. Have all the equipment, training and personnel necessary to accomplish any mission quickly, efficiently and decisively. It means being primed, prepared and available for
Nov. 19, 2018
F-35A combat power exercise conducted at Hill AFB

The active duty 388th Fighter Wing and Air Force Reserve 419th Fighter Wing conducted a combat power exercise Nov. 19, launching dozens of F-35A Lightning IIs within a condensed period of time.
Nov. 5, 2018
BMT curriculum changes focused on inspiring, developing Airmen

After listening to feedback from the field, a few changes to the Air Force Basic Military Training curriculum will transform trainees into more combat ready Airmen.
Oct. 22, 2018
Key Spouses dedicated to helping Airmen, families feel connected

As service-minded volunteers, Air Force Key Spouses play an important role in building strong and resilient units, especially at the squadron level.
Oct. 18, 2018
USAFSAM readies operational mental health care providers

The U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine has set up Air Force’s first operational training program for embedded mental health care providers and technicians, preparing them to join Integrated Operational Support teams.

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