MAY 19, 2021 - The Department of the Air Force recently released updated guidance concerning the use of telework and remote work for all civilian employees and service members worldwide, to include active duty, Guard and Reserve Airmen and active duty Guardians. The DAF guidance memorandum, DoDI1035.01_DAFI 36-816 Telework Program, provides necessary clarification and … [Read more...]

MAY 18, 2021 - To maintain the competitive edge over adversaries, the Air Force must select the best Airmen to train and educate the next generation of Airmen. “We are targeting the highest performers to become force generators,” said Chief Master Sgt. Erik Thompson, AETC command chief master sergeant. “In exchange for sending their best to instruct, we will return them to … [Read more...]

MAY 18, 2021 - To support the growing demand for new F-16 Fighting Falcon from partner nations, the U.S. Air Force has teamed with Lockheed Martin Corp. to open a new production line to build the F-16 Block 70/72 fighter aircraft at the company’s facility in Greenville, South Carolina. Launched on Veterans Day 2019, the line is the only production facility for F-16s in the … [Read more...]

MAY 18, 2021 – The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and Air Mobility Command partnered with Arizona State University to develop the Aerial Port Exoskeleton, a new piece of equipment set to be used in an official capacity May 17, 2021, at Travis Air Force Base. The Aerial Port Exoskeleton helps aerial porters perform their duties with less strain. “Aerial ports have … [Read more...]

MAY 14, 2021 - Eligible officers, who meet certain conditions, may soon request exclusion from consideration for the next higher grade. The new policy will go into effect beginning with the major, lieutenant colonel and colonel Space Force promotion boards set to convene Oct. 16, and will provide more flexible talent management options. “This is another step in our larger … [Read more...]