“The peaceful transition of power has long been a hallmark of American democracy. It is the policy of the United States to undertake all reasonable efforts to ensure that Presidential Transitions are well-coordinated and effective…” – Executive Order – Facilitation of a Presidential Transition November 4, 2016 - On Jan. 20, 2017, a new administration will take office. … [Read more...]
Navy’s MUOS-5 Satellite Reaches Orbit
NOVEMBER 4, 2016, SAN DIEGO (NNS) - The Navy's fifth Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) satellite has reached operational orbit and has successfully deployed its arrays and antennas. On Oct. 22, the MUOS team raised the MUOS-5 satellite to an operationally-suitable orbit. The team completed a series of deployments of the satellite's solar arrays and antennas, with the last … [Read more...]
FY 2017 NCO Retraining Program Application Window Now Open
VOVEMBER 3, 2016, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - The Air Force has released fiscal year 2017 retraining quotas for eligible NCOs via the NCO Retraining Program. The retraining program is a complimentary tool used to help balance and sustain the enlisted force as the Air Force continues to grow. While the Air Force is still undermanned across the force, … [Read more...]
Picking Up Where You Left Off College After Active Duty
November 3, 2016, by Brooke Chaplan - For veterans wanting to leave their military mindset and return to the civilian world and a university, they are in for quite a few challenges. There are habits to break, psychological issues of varying degrees and sometimes serious physical disabilities. College after active duty may seem scary, but below are some tips for veterans to … [Read more...]
Air Force Changes Officer Developmental Education Selection Declination Policy
NOVEMBER 3, 2016, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - A change to Air Force policy means officers will have the opportunity to decline in-residence intermediate or senior developmental education without the implications of the seven-day option policy. The seven-day option policy, which generally requires that officers who do not want to accept an assignment must submit a request for … [Read more...]