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
Air Force OKs Locks, Earring Styles, Ribbon Options in Policy Changes
The Air Force is easing up on guidance for hairstyles and certain accessories after a meeting of the Air Force Uniform Board.
Air Force Slowly Building Up in Eastern Europe: USAFE Commander
Building up airfields so U.S. aircraft can land safely on Europe's eastern front was not a project the Air Force predicted.
B-52 Aircrew Members Return to Minot Base After Decades
Two aircrew members of one of the first B-52H bombers to arrive at the Minot Air Force Base are returning decades later.
Airman Dies of Injuries After Non-Combat-Related Incident in UAE
An airman died Thursday from injuries sustained in a non-combat-related incident on Sunday at Al Dhafra Air Base.
5 Airmen Receive First 'R' Devices for Taking Down ISIS Targets
The Air Force awarded its first five "R" devices this week, recognizing the outstanding performance of drone operators.
Lawyer: Air Force Vet Suspect in Oklahoma Bombing Denied Medication
The arraignment of an Air Force veteran accused of bombing an Oklahoma military recruiting station has been postponed.
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- Air Force OKs Locks, Earring Styles, Ribbon Options in Policy Changes
- Air Force Slowly Building Up in Eastern Europe: USAFE Commander
- B-52 Aircrew Members Return to Minot Base After Decades
- Airman Dies of Injuries After Non-Combat-Related Incident in UAE
- 5 Airmen Receive First 'R' Devices for Taking Down ISIS Targets
- Lawyer: Air Force Vet Suspect in Oklahoma Bombing Denied Medication
- Attrition Rate Dropping for Battlefield Airmen with New Prep Course
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.