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
Report Blames F-22 Belly Skid on Human Error
Investigators attributed the accident largely to human error with a number of factors at play.
B-21 Raider Will Get Maintenance, Support from These 2 Air Force Bases
The Air Force has selected Edwards Air Force Base and Tinker Air Force Base for the B-21 Long Range Strike Bomber program.
Air Force Academy Cadet Accused of Cocaine Use Faces Court-martial
Junior cadet and football recruit Ethan Walton faces a maximum sentence of five years for the drug charge.
California Air National Guard Units Called In to Fight Wildfires
The California Air National Guard is assisting in firefighting efforts across the state as citizens flee two wildfires.
F-35 Tests Out Tech that Keeps Pilots from Crashing Into the Ground
A technology that can help prevent pilots from colliding with the ground has begun its initial testing on the F-35 JSF.
WWII Pilot's Remains Will Join Those of his Son at Arlington
The remains of an Air Force pilot from Pennsylvania whose plane crashed off Croatia during World War II are coming home.
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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November is Military Family Appreciation Month
2018 Discounts for Military Family Appreciation Month
Businesses are saluting Military Family Appreciation Month with discounts for vets, service members and their families.
Sam’s Club: Special Mil Membership in November
Sam's Club is honoring all active and retired military, veterans and their spouses this November.
Military Family Appreciation Quote: "How Lucky I Am"
A military family means more than just one service member leaning on a collection of supportive people stateside.
Air Force Videos
Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- Report Blames F-22 Belly Skid on Human Error
- B-21 Raider Will Get Maintenance, Support from These 2 Air Force Bases
- Air Force Academy Cadet Accused of Cocaine Use Faces Court-martial
- California Air National Guard Units Called In to Fight Wildfires
- F-35 Tests Out Tech that Keeps Pilots from Crashing Into the Ground
- WWII Pilot's Remains Will Join Those of his Son at Arlington
- All F-22s Have Now Left Tyndall, Air Force Secretary Says
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.