The Department of the Air Force was created with the signing of the National Security Act of 1947. The Air Force’s missions are broken down into Air and Space Superiority, Global Attack, Rapid Global Mobility, Precision Engagement, Information Superiority and Agile Combat Support.
There are approximately 310,000 Active Duty airmen currently serving across the globe with an additional 71,400 airmen serving in the Air Force Reserve.
Air Force News
Air Force Responds to Suspicious Vehicle at Davis-Monthan
Military personnel identified a suspicious vehicle near the intersection of Kachina Street and Fifth Street around 4 p.m.
Iraqi Officials: Pence Visits US Troops in Surprise Trip
The visit is Vice President Mike Pence’s first to Iraq.
Wisconsin Senator Asks Air Force Head to Halt Whistleblower Discharge
Sen. Baldwin is asking Secretary Barrett to put a hold on the discharge process until the reprisal investigation is complete.
Ready for the Unexpected: Air Force Drilling Troops in Survival, Response Skills
The Air Force wants to develop troops that are ready for anything -- anywhere in the world.
Air Force IDs Pilots Killed in Inverted Trainer Crash
The tragic crash is still under investigation.
Air Force Dramatically Cuts List of Specialties Eligible for Selective Retention Bonus
The Air Force will issue bonuses to 72 specialties in undermanned careers such as maintenance, cyber, space and nuclear.
U.S. Air Force air tankers refuel various allied fighter jets inflight.
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Air Force Videos
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt's Christopher Wiedmer and Daniel Clark talk about the bond forged between them serving with...
308th Rescue Squadron pararescuemen perform a military freefall from the back of an HC-130P/N Combat King aircraft.
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A KC-10 conducts an in-air refueling of a B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota along the...
Chief Master Sgt. Robinson Joseph and Chief Master Sgt. Leenette Joseph collectively served 52 years in the U.S. Air...
Air Force Updates from The Military Report
- Air Force Responds to Suspicious Vehicle at Davis-Monthan
- Iraqi Officials: Pence Visits US Troops in Surprise Trip
- Wisconsin Senator Asks Air Force Head to Halt Whistleblower Discharge
- Ready for the Unexpected: Air Force Drilling Troops in Survival, Response Skills
- Air Force IDs Pilots Killed in Inverted Trainer Crash
- Air Force Dramatically Cuts List of Specialties Eligible for Selective Retention Bonus
- Kirtland Airman Could Face Court-Martial over Fatal Crash
Air Force Spec Ops
Air Force Special Tactics: Missions and History
Several teams carry out Air Force Special Tactics' primary functions, including Combat Control, Pararescue, Special Operation...
Spec Ops Profile: Air Force Pararescue Jumpers
Air Force Pararescue Jumpers train hard to evacuate injured or suppressed servicemembers from any environment.
Air Force Special Operations Weatherman
When planning a mission, it's crucial to have accurate information on as many variables as possible, and the weather is one o...
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Air Force Promotions Lists
Air Force Taps 16,500 Senior Airmen for Promotion to Staff Sergeant
The Air Force has selected more than 16,500 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant.
Air Force Reserve Names 984 for Promotion to Captain, 1st Lieutenant
The Air Reserve Personnel Center has identified 984 officers for promotion to captain and first lieutenant.
Air Force Identifies 7,501 for Promotion to Technical Sergeant
The U.S. Air Force has selected over 7,500 staff sergeants selected for promotion to technical sergeant.
Air Force Identifies 489 for Promotion to Captain
The U.S. Air Force has selected almost 500 officers for promotion to captain.
Air Force Names 1,447 for Promotion to Major, Lt. Colonel, Colonel
The Air Force has identified 1,447 officers for promotion to major, lieutenant colonel and colonel.
Air Force Identifies Almost 400 Officers for Promotion to Captain
The U.S. Air Force has identified almost 400 officers for promotion to captain.