US Air Force News, Pay, Fitness Resources

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

Find the latest news and information on the U.S. Air Force including top stories, technology, policies, leadership and more.

A gate guard stands vigil at the main gate at Yokota Air Base, Japan

Air Force Offers Former Army Spouse $50K Settlement After Towel Left Inside Her During C-Section

In 2020, DoD hospitals reported 17 instances of a foreign object being left inside a patient after surgery, according to an...

A gate is closed at an ICBM facility in the countryside outside Minot, N.D.

Air Force Veterans Who Are UFO True Believers Return to Newly Attentive Washington

Through the years, the government remained indifferent to decades-old reports of saucer craft toying with the world's most...

Air Force General Is Second Woman to Lead a Top US Command

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost has became only the second woman to lead one of the Pentagon’s 11 so-called combatant...

Pentagon Official Says He Resigned Because US Cybersecurity Is No Match for China

Nicolas Chaillan cited the Pentagon's reluctance to make cybersecurity and AI a priority as a reason he quit.

CH-47 Chinook takes off from Forward Operating Base Bostick in the Ghaziabad province, Afghanistan

Taliban Official Claims Role in US Chinook Shootdown that Killed 38 in 2011

Muhajer says one of the battles he saw was the 2011 shootdown of Extortion 17, the deadliest single moment of the 20-year war...

Bolivian Lt. Gen. Ramiro Hugo Mojica Aparicio

Bolivia: 6 Killed in Air Force Plane Crash in Amazon Jungle

Two military pilots and four civilian passengers died, according to a police report.

U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.

Air Force Fitness

Looking to challenge yourself and improve both your physical fitness and mental toughness? Reach your fitness goals and pass the air force physical fitness test with military workouts and exercise tips to get Air Force fit.

Executing a proper sidestroke in swimming

Tactical Fitness with Stew Smith: Combat Swimmer Stroke Critique

What's the best way to prepare for a physical fitness test?

15 Days from the PFT

Marine officer candidates complete physical fitness test.

7 Tips on Dealing with PFT Anxiety

Reservist sprints to finish of run during the Army physical fitness test.

PFT Run Workouts

The Best 20-Minute Workouts

First male finisher crosses finish line at 2017 Marine Corps Marathon.

Marathon Running Plan

Circuit training is a great way to work out.

20-Minute Circuit Workout

Air Force Aircraft, Weapons and Technology

The US Air Force uses many different types of equipment. Learn about the aircraft, weapons and technology the Air Force utilizes to carry out missions and defend the United States.

RC-135S Cobra Ball

QF-4 Aerial Target

OC-135B Open Skies

Join the Air Force

Looking to join one of Americas elite fighting forces? Learn everything you need to know about joining the United States Air Force. Find out what you can expect when you join the Air Force, information on Air Force jobs, and physical fitness standards to get you started with a successful career as an airmen.

The History and Roles of the Air Force

Air Force F-22 Raptor United Arab Emirates

US Air Force's Mission: Decide If You're Ready

Airmen walk toward a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft on the flight line, June 1, 2019. (Andre Trinidad/Air Force)

Air Force Jobs at a Glance

Officer Training School Maxwell Air Force Base

Become an Air Force Officer

Air Force Height & Weight Standards

Air Force Basic Training Timeline at a Glance

Air Force Special Pay

Learn about Air Force Special Pay. In addition to an airmen’s basic pay they may receive special pay and incentives pay. An Airmen’s Special Pay can vary depending on occupation, specific assignments, and geographic location.