MARCH 23, 2015, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - A total of 228 men and women from across America have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer's commission, officials announced March 20. Air Force Recruiting Service officials considered 453 applications as part of the Officer Training School Rated Selection … [Read more...]
New Plan to Dramatically Change Today’s Health Systems
MARCH 20, 2015, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - With the goal to move from healthcare to health, the Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) has created a dynamic plan that promises to revolutionize health and human performance systems as they exist today. The Human Performance Concept of Operations (CONOPS), created by Air Force medical planners, strives to not only prevent or ameliorate … [Read more...]
Air National Guard Rolls Out Healthier Meal Choices
MARCH 20, 2015, JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. - The Air National Guard recently followed suit with the Air Force by rolling out a new program designed to allow Airmen to more easily choose performance-enhancing foods in unit dining facilities. Called Go For Green, the program helps members easily identify the nutritional value of food choices. “The Go For Green program is … [Read more...]
Air Force Funds Research for Remotely Piloted Aircraft
MARCH 20, 2015, WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFNS) - Although the development of remotely piloted aircraft began in the 1950s, they are increasingly used by both military and commercial customers and provide a promising new chapter in the history of aviation. As the technology’s potential grows, so does the need for technologies that provide enhanced … [Read more...]
Service Officials: Infrastructure Funding Level Poses Risk
MARCH 19, 2015, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - Service officials responsible for infrastructure described for Congress March 17, a need throughout the Defense Department for infrastructure reduction and improved funding for military construction. Representatives from all four military services told the Senate Appropriations Committee’s military construction and Veterans Affairs … [Read more...]