MAY 29, 2024 - Marking three-quarters of a century of excellence, the U.S. Air Force Weapons School welcomed distinguished visitors to commemorate its storied history May 17 and 18. The 75th anniversary weekend facilitated discussions about the school's ongoing commitment to preparing Airmen for the challenges of Great Power Competition between hundreds of alumni and former … [Read more...]
Joining the Backbone of the Air Froce
MAY 28, 2024 - This was the first quarter’s iteration of the Rising 5/6 council’s new initiative to honor Airmen promoted to noncommissioned officer. U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Shianne Chacon, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, chair lead for the NCO induction course, started the ceremony by addressing the new inductees. She noted the importance of recognizing the … [Read more...]
Senate Confirms Next Under Secretary of the Air Force
MAY 24, 2024 - The United States Senate confirmed Melissa G. Dalton to be Under Secretary of the Air Force May 23, clearing the way for her to become the Department’s second highest-ranking civilian leader. President Joe Biden selected Dalton for the post Sept. 21, 2023. “I’m excited to welcome Melissa to our ‘One Team.’ Her expertise and experience are what we need as we … [Read more...]
Space Force to Accept Air Force Reserve Volunteers
MAY 24, 2024 - Air Force Reservists in space-related career fields interested in volunteering for the U.S. Space Force in a fulltime capacity can expect the application window to open June 1–Nov. 30, 2024. This transfer option is part of the Space Force Personnel Management Act (PMA), approved by Congress and signed into law as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense … [Read more...]
Air Force Releases FY24 Selective Retention Bonus List
MAY 24, 2024 - The U.S. Air Force released the Fiscal Year 2024 Selective Retention Bonus list, effective Oct. 1. The FY24 SRB program consists of 73 Air Force Specialty Codes, and none were removed from last year’s program. If an Airman’s AFSC is included in the FY24 list, they are eligible for a SRB. Since no FY23 SRB-eligible career fields were removed in the FY24 SRB … [Read more...]




