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
2 Airmen Dead After T-38 Trainer Aircraft Accident at Vance AFB
The mishap occurred at approximately 9:10 a.m. during a routine training event and required emergency personnel to respond.
He Was the Sole JTAC Supporting a Green Beret Team. Then Machine-Gun Fire Rained Down
Air Force Tech Sgt. Cody Smith doesn't believe he is "remarkable" or "special" in any way.
National Guard General Won’t Oust Whistleblower Until Probe Ends
Master Sgt. Jay Ellis triggered two federal investigations into sexual assault in his unit.
Air Force Is Latest Service to Warn Against Using CBD Product Use
It's a hot new trend. But it's still off limits.
Arctic Survival Kit for Air Force F-35 Pilots Surprises Developers During Way-Below-Zero Trial
The kit kept subjects reasonably warm for six hours in temperatures that dropped below minus 65.
Air Force Leader Who Wrote Essay About Respecting Subordinates Fired for Disrespecting Subordinates
The command chief of the 20th Fighter Wing at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, was removed from his position last month.
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt's Christopher Wiedmer and Daniel Clark talk about the bond forged between them serving with...
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A KC-10 conducts an in-air refueling of a B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota along the...
Chief Master Sgt. Robinson Joseph and Chief Master Sgt. Leenette Joseph collectively served 52 years in the U.S. Air...
Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- 2 Airmen Dead After T-38 Trainer Aircraft Accident at Vance AFB
- He Was the Sole JTAC Supporting a Green Beret Team. Then Machine-Gun Fire Rained Down
- National Guard General Won’t Oust Whistleblower Until Probe Ends
- Air Force Is Latest Service to Warn Against Using CBD Product Use
- Arctic Survival Kit for Air Force F-35 Pilots Surprises Developers During Way-Below-Zero Trial
- Air Force Leader Who Wrote Essay About Respecting Subordinates Fired for Disrespecting Subordinates
- The Air Force Could Retire These 8 Fighter Planes and Bombers
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...
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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.