APRIL 9, 2025 - Innovation isn’t always pretty. Sometimes, it’s downright grimy—but worth its weight in gold. At the 911th Airlift Wing, a collaboration with Boeing has resulted in a groundbreaking, low-cost solution for replacing a non-critical part in the C-17 Globemaster III. The part in question? A drip pan for the aircraft's lavatory. Though it may not seem glamorous, … [Read more...]

APRIL 9, 2025 - Two F-35s now make up one fully operational F-35, thanks to the hard work of this group. The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) has been at the forefront of providing nations all over the world with a fighter platform that is highly capable in a multitude of operational settings. With more than 1,150 aircraft delivered across the globe and one million flight … [Read more...]

APRIL 8, 2025 - The Department of Defense is offering a path back to service for military personnel who voluntarily separated or left to avoid the COVID-19 vaccination mandate. A new policy outlines procedures for these former service members to rejoin, restoring their previous rank and pay. This policy does not apply to those involuntarily discharged for refusing the … [Read more...]

APRIL 7, 2025 - As the Air Force Medical Command continues to modernize its medical capabilities, the focus remains on mobility, adaptability, and sustainability in patient care across operational environments. Recently, critical field testing was conducted at Fort Detrick, Maryland, by AFMEDCOM's capability development division. Within the division is A5T, its operational test … [Read more...]

U.S. and French military personnel prepare to board a French Casa CN 235 to participate in a joint jump exercise at Base Aérienne 188, Djibouti, March 18, 2025. The exercise included 83 parachute jumps and two equipment bundle drops, with participation from 16 U.S., French, and Djiboutian units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero) APRIL 7, 2025 - U.S. … [Read more...]