Dec. 2, 2025 Update on recent DAF efforts In a memorandum to commanders, the SecAF and CSAF said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.”
Nov. 28, 2025 Former 480th EFS commander awarded Silver Star Medal A former commander of the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron was awarded the Silver Star Medal during a presentation ceremony at the Pentagon.
Oct. 31, 2025 Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn takes command of Air Education and Training Command Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn took command of Air Education and Training Command from Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson during a ceremony Oct. 31 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.
Sept. 30, 2025 The 560th FTS Merges with the 435th FTS to advance flying training The Air Force will merge the 560th Flying Training Squadron into the 435th Fighter Training Squadron on Oct. 3, 2025, to consolidate T-38C operation and implement the new Fighter Bomber Fundamentals Pilot Instructor Training program at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.Under the new structure, the
Sept. 26, 2025 Exercising at scale: What we’re learning The DAF has been investing in its readiness and training with more sophisticated operational exercises, changes to enhance the rapid deployment of forces, and the regular exercise of mission command.
Sept. 24, 2025 Air Force updates physical fitness program In support of the “Culture of Fitness” initiative, the Air Force unveiled changes to its Physical Fitness Assessment and a new fitness program.
Sept. 22, 2025 Meink stresses innovation, focus, funding to maintain air, space superiority Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink delivers his keynote address at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Aug. 20, 2025 DAF holds service’s first 'National Signing Day' at Capitol Hill The U.S. Air Force and Space Force held its first National Signing Day ceremony at the historic Rayburn House Office building, Aug. 15.
Aug. 19, 2025 Air Force announces the Outstanding Airmen for 2025 Air Force officials selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025.