NOVEMBER 3, 2021 – Air Combat Command leaders announced the command’s two 2022 Spark Tank finalists here today, Nov. 1. The Air Force’s annual Spark Tank competition, which began in 2017, offers an opportunity to empower Airmen to challenge their environments and find innovative solutions to fix processes within their units and command. Cultivating a culture of … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 - Air Force Noncommissioned Officers will have the opportunity to directly influence the development of future officers with the release of a new developmental special duty. The new Special Duty Identifier 8B300, ROTC Training Instructor, places NCOs as enlisted mentors at one of the service’s 145 Reserve Officer Training Corps detachments. Currently, … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 - The United States Air Force awarded a $1,579,662,187 contract to General Electric, GE Edison Works, Cincinnati, Oct. 29, for the purchase of 29 engines — installs and spares — in support of the production of 12 F-15EX Eagle II aircraft. Initial deliveries will begin in October 2023. The contract includes seven additional options for the purchase of a … [Read more...]

OCTOBER 29, 2021 - When the average consumer thinks of cyber-security, the immediate thought usually centers around anti-virus programs, malware protection, or other cyber defense software designed to protect their computer or network from outside threats. A quick check for operating system capability and the star rating from laboratory testing seemingly becomes the deciding … [Read more...]

OCTOBER 29, 2021 - An unprecedented look behind the scenes at U.S. Air Force basic military training located at Joint Base San Antonio will be available to the public through a docuseries on the Air Force Recruiting Service’s YouTube channel beginning Oct. 28. “Basic” presents the unique perspective of five enlistees from various parts of the country as they navigate the ups … [Read more...]