18 Sep 2020

The United States Air Force Celebrates 73rd Birthday

Seventy-three years ago, and from humble beginnings using hot air balloons and propeller aircraft to now being the first in air superiority after branching off from the United States Army Air Corps, the Air Force officially became the fourth military service branch Sept.18, 1947.

16 Sep 2020

September marks Suicide Prevention month

September marks a time when we observe an ongoing topic in America, Suicide Prevention.

16 Sep 2020

Disasters don't wait – make your plan today

A natural disaster can occur at any time. Some disasters give a warning, such as a storm preceding a flood. Others, such as earthquakes, give little or no warning. But, once a disaster happens, the time to prepare is gone. The best way to cope with a natural disaster is to have a plan before it strikes.

16 Sep 2020

Reserve recruiters enhance social media knowledge to reach more recruits

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, recruiters have turned more to technology – including social media – to reach potential recruits. A group of 15 Total Force recruiters from the 351st Recruiting Squadron recently sharpened their social media skills by participating in the Defense Information School’s virtual Social Media Forum.

16 Sep 2020

Joint Base San Antonio celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

In observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, Joint Base San Antonio has released the official National Hispanic Heritage Month poster.

16 Sep 2020

BAMC, WHASC chosen for COVID-19 vaccine trials

As part of the Operation Warp Speed, or OWS, goal to deliver safe and effective vaccines and therapeutics by January 2021, five Department of Defense locations have been identified to participate in the Phase III trial evaluating the vaccine candidate AZD1222 under development by AstraZeneca. Two of the locations are in San Antonio.

14 Sep 2020

SECAF unveils new “eSeries” classification in nod to Department’s digital future

A true paradigm shift, systems being considered for acquisition will be designed, developed and manufactured on a digital foundation, just like the Boeing eT-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer. The new process is part of the Department’s digital eSeries approach.

14 Sep 2020

Commentary: U.S. Air and Space Forces are accelerating innovation to deter and defend the American way of life

This week, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force leadership will gather for the Air Force Association 2020 Virtual Air, Space and Cyber Conference, an annual showcase for the services’ latest thinking.

14 Sep 2020

SECAF recognizes past, looks forward to future at Air, Space, Cyber Conference

Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett virtually addressed Air Force Association 2020 Virtual Air, Space and Cyber conference attendees, Sept. 14.

14 Sep 2020

Around the Air Force: Testing Future Warfare, New ICBM, and Tax Deferment

Today’s look Around the Air Force features a look at the second phase of testing for the Advanced Battle Management System, a contract award for development of a new intercontinental ballistic missile and information on the government tax deferment plan. (Hosted by Senior Airman Angelo Rosario)