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
Pentagon to Bill Saudi Arabia, UAE $331 Million for Fuel and Flight Hours
The U.S. will seek reimbursement for $331 million from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Air Force Lifts Temporary Pause on Humanitarian Assistance Program at Tyndall
Base officials are now processing requests for permanent change-of-station moves.
This Adorable 5-Year-Old Was a T-6 Pilot for a Day
His smile and happy attitude made the whole day worthwhile.
Langley Secretary Pleads Guilty to Stealing $1.46 Million from Air Force
A former Langley Air Force Base employee admitted she stole $1.46 million, mainly by faking her overtime billing for 17 years...
Melania Trump Makes First Lady History with Ride in Osprey
Melania Trump made history Wednesday by flying in a V-22 Osprey aircraft and onto the deck of an aircraft carrier.
Tyndall Pauses Humanitarian Assistance Program for Airmen, Families
Airmen and families assigned to Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, who applied for a special assistance program may not get an...
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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Air Force Videos
Liftoff! The SpaceX CRS-16 Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.
JTACs from the 422 Test and Evaluation Squadron called in air strikes for 500lb laser guided bombs.
Lt. Gen. Steven Kwast, Air Education and Training Command commander, challenged training wings to break the old paradigms of.
Staff Sgt. Christina Parker, 168th Civil Engineer Squadron, Alaska Air National Guard, plays a water rescue victim during a.
435th CRG Build a Bare Base and air field training.
Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- Pentagon to Bill Saudi Arabia, UAE $331 Million for Fuel and Flight Hours
- Air Force Lifts Temporary Pause on Humanitarian Assistance Program at Tyndall
- This Adorable 5-Year-Old Was a T-6 Pilot for a Day
- Langley Secretary Pleads Guilty to Stealing $1.46 Million from Air Force
- Melania Trump Makes First Lady History with Ride in Osprey
- Tyndall Pauses Humanitarian Assistance Program for Airmen, Families
- Air Force Admits Nearly 2,000 Airmen Under Medical Waiver Policy
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.