SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 - Defenders from across the Total Force are currently beta testing a new Air Force security forces weapons qualification course designed to enhance proficiency across the career field. Developed by the Air Force Security Forces Center, a primary subordinate unit of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, the proposed course will seamlessly … [Read more...]
Air Force Releases Reports on Racial Disparity Reviews
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 - The Department of the Air Force released a progress update on the Inspector General Independent Racial Disparity Review and a second disparity review report Sept. 9. The progress update report is available for download here and the second report findings can be downloaded here. PROGRESS UPDATE ON THE FIRST DISPARITY REVIEW The first Independent Racial … [Read more...]
B-2 Spirit To Kick-Off KC Chiefs 2021 Season Opener
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 - A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit is slated to fly over the Kansas City Chiefs’ NFL season opening game against the Cleveland Browns on Sept.12, at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. Continuing a long-standing tradition between Team Whiteman and our community partners, the Kansas City Chiefs organization, the stealth bomber will launch the game with a rumbling … [Read more...]
KC-135 Stratotanker: A Gas Station In The Skies
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 - During Red Flag Alaska 21-3, fighter jets complete multiple sorties, practice tactical maneuvers, and multi-squadron simulated combat objectives. Spending numerous hours in the air at a time requires a hefty load of fuel to keep them airborne. How are fighter jets able to stay in the air for prolonged periods? It’s in large part because of the KC-135 … [Read more...]
Air Force Repurposes Condemned F-35 Aircraft For Training Aids
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 - Airmen here are currently involved in transforming a condemned F-35A Lightning II into sectional training aids for use during instruction of F-35 maintainers. The aircraft was involved in a landing mishap at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, in 2020. The pilot safety ejected, but the aircraft burned after impact and was considered unrepairable. After the … [Read more...]