The Department of the Air Force was created with the signing of the National Security Act of 1947. The Air Force’s missions are broken down into Air and Space Superiority, Global Attack, Rapid Global Mobility, Precision Engagement, Information Superiority and Agile Combat Support.
There are approximately 310,000 Active Duty airmen currently serving across the globe with an additional 71,400 airmen serving in the Air Force Reserve.
Air Force News
These New Restaurants Are Coming to Army, Air Force Bases in 2019
Panda Express and Muscle Maker Grill are among the new restaurants coming to Air Force and Army bases this year.
Lockheed Touts New 'F-21' Fighter Jet Concept for International Sales
While details are scarce so far, photos of the aircraft had a lot to say.
Trump Signs Directive That Would Place Space Force Within Air Force
The Space Force will fall within the Department of the Air Force if approved by Congress, according to a new directive.
Air Force Releases Deploy-or-Out Policy Guidelines
Those who have been unable to deploy for 12 consecutive months will be flagged for separation consideration.
Vance Air Force Base Is Raising Fitness Bar with Iron Airman Challenge
The Iron Airman Challenge combines some of the toughest standards of physical fitness tests from each branch of the military.
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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Air Force Videos
Step into the cockpit of Air Force Thunderbird #5, Maj. Matt Kimmel, Lead Solo, during the AF flyover at.
Give it up to two NASCAR drivers Matt DiBenedetto and Daniel Suárez for completing the full profile with flying.
Special Tactics is U.S. Special Operations Command’s premier tactical air-to-ground integration force.
Emerald Warrior is a U.S. Special Operations joint tactical exercise designed to provide realistic military training in an urban.
Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- These New Restaurants Are Coming to Army, Air Force Bases in 2019
- Lockheed Touts New 'F-21' Fighter Jet Concept for International Sales
- Air Force Deploy-or-Out Rules Start Now: Here’s How the Policy Works
- Trump Signs Directive That Would Place Space Force Within Air Force
- Air Force Releases Deploy-or-Out Policy Guidelines
- Vance Air Force Base Is Raising Fitness Bar with Iron Airman Challenge
- If This Plane Could Talk: A US President's Plane Rests in Georgia
Air Force Spec Ops
Air Force Special Tactics: Missions and History
Several teams carry out Air Force Special Tactics' primary functions, including Combat Control, Pararescue, Special Operation...
Spec Ops Profile: Air Force Pararescue Jumpers
Air Force Pararescue Jumpers train hard to evacuate injured or suppressed servicemembers from any environment.
Air Force Special Operations Weatherman
When planning a mission, it's crucial to have accurate information on as many variables as possible, and the weather is one o...
Air Force Ranks
Air Force Promotions Lists
Air Force Taps 16,500 Senior Airmen for Promotion to Staff Sergeant
The Air Force has selected more than 16,500 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant.
Air Force Reserve Names 984 for Promotion to Captain, 1st Lieutenant
The Air Reserve Personnel Center has identified 984 officers for promotion to captain and first lieutenant.
Air Force Identifies 7,501 for Promotion to Technical Sergeant
The U.S. Air Force has selected over 7,500 staff sergeants selected for promotion to technical sergeant.
Air Force Identifies 489 for Promotion to Captain
The U.S. Air Force has selected almost 500 officers for promotion to captain.
Air Force Names 1,447 for Promotion to Major, Lt. Colonel, Colonel
The Air Force has identified 1,447 officers for promotion to major, lieutenant colonel and colonel.
Air Force Identifies Almost 400 Officers for Promotion to Captain
The U.S. Air Force has identified almost 400 officers for promotion to captain.