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 Mascot Aurora Cleared for Flight After Injury in West Point Prank
The white gyrfalcon mascot who was taken as part of a prank at West Point in early November has been medically cleared.
Air Force to Debut Electronic Warfare Findings
The service wants to understand where and how an attack manifests on the electromagnetic spectrum and how best to deny it.
National Guard Hears 'Heartbreaking' Cancer Stories
A group of widows and retirees are pushing the Air Force to conduct a health study at the Pease Air National Guard base.
Military Officials Unveil Damage from Powerful Alaska Earthquake
The Air Force base recovered quickly, with three C-130 aircraft landing within an hour after the earthquake.
Air Force Proposes F-35 Fighters Be Stationed at Tyndall
The U.S. Air Force plans to refurbish Tyndall in hopes of stationing three squadron's worth of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters.
Air Force Failed to Forward Gunman's Fingerprints 4 Times: IG
Four opportunities to forward the airman's fingerprints along to authorities presented themselves, but it never happened.
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 Mascot Aurora Cleared for Flight After Injury in West Point Prank
- Air Force to Debut Electronic Warfare Findings
- National Guard Hears 'Heartbreaking' Cancer Stories
- Military Officials Unveil Damage from Powerful Alaska Earthquake
- Air Force Proposes F-35 Fighters Be Stationed at Tyndall
- Air Force Failed to Forward Gunman's Fingerprints 4 Times: IG
- Loved Ones Gather to Mourn Airman Killed in Afghanistan
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.