FEBRUARY 9, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force is expanding existing and establishing new National Defense Areas (NDAs) along the Texas border in support of the Department of War’s ongoing mission to secure the southern border. The Secretary of War directed the expansion of the South Texas NDA to ensure the western endpoint reaches Roma, Texas, as originally intended. … [Read more...]

FEBRUARY 6, 2026 - With an impact of over $1 million over the last four years, the Airman’s Attic provides resources to service members and their families to help ease financial stressand strengthen resilience, ensuring Airmen are well equipped during challenging times. “It makes us feel like we’re able to give back, we used the Airman’s Attic when we were young Airmen … [Read more...]

FEBRUARY 6, 2026 - The United States Air Force hosted industry partners Jan. 29, 2026, as part of its effort to transform the Requirements Process under the Secretary of War’s mandates that each service overhaul the requirements and acquisition systems. The event, held virtually by Lt. Gen. Dave Harris, deputy chief of staff for Strategy, Integration and Requirements (A5/7), … [Read more...]

FEBRUARY 5, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force has released updates to DAFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance, through DAFGM 2026-05, with changes effective immediately for the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard. However, Airmen have until 30 September 2026 to comply with the updated combat boot height standard. These revisions are not … [Read more...]

FEBRUARY 4, 2026 — As historic winter storm “Fern” shut down commercial aviation across the National Capital Region, one runway remained mission ready. While surrounding airports went dark, the Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, airfield continued operations, sustained by a deliberate surge of Air Mobility Command manpower and equipment that reinforced one of the nation’s most … [Read more...]