June 27, 2022 Civilian Pilot Training Program offered pilot training to previously excluded groups President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Civilian Pilot Training Act into law June 27, 1939. Preceding the law was the Civilian Pilot Training Program, or CPTP, which aimed to train 20,000 civilian pilots a year for military service and meant individuals previously excluded from pilot training
June 27, 2022 Air Force selects future aircrew helmet The helmet prototype was chosen after Air Combat Command initiated the search for a next-generation helmet to address issues with long-term neck and back injuries, optimize aircraft technology, improve pilot longevity, and provide better fitment to diverse aircrews.
June 27, 2022 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey gives voice to civilians’ opinions The Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey is now available for eligible Department of the Air Force employees and will continue through July 15.
June 27, 2022 DAF strengthens discharge process for sexual offenders Under the previous policy, Airmen and Guardians who committed sexual assault offenses were subject to mandatory initiation of discharge proceedings; the updated policy strengthens the criteria that may be considered for discharge.
June 27, 2022 June enlisted promotions The following 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing Airmen earned a promotion in grade.
June 24, 2022 Continuous glucose monitors now available as a TRICARE pharmacy benefit If you use a continuous glucose monitor, or CGM, you’re in luck. TRICARE Pharmacy Program now covers two brands of CGMs.
June 24, 2022 Doctors recommend sunscreen for all skin complexions Individuals with darker skin complexions, or skin of color, are sometimes less likely to use sunscreens and protect themselves from excessive sunlight, dermatologists say. But the dangers of too much sunlight – from sunspots to skin cancer – are real risks for everyone regardless of skin complexion,
June 24, 2022 Akeroyd Blood Donor Center in urgent need of blood donors There is a critical shortage of blood products right now and the Akeroyd Blood Donor Center needs donors immediately.
June 24, 2022 myFSS Migration The Department of the Air Force is giving myPers and the virtual Personnel Center (vPC) a technical refresh by migrating current capabilities to my Force Support Squadron (myFSS). The new platform improves services to Airmen and Guardians, consolidates human resource applications, and reduces IT
June 24, 2022 AFRC hosts in-person Enlisted Symposium, first since pandemic Air Force Reserve Command is hosting its first in-person Enlisted Symposium since the pandemic. Enlisted Reserve Citizen Airmen are scheduled to convene in the National Capital Region from July 11-12, after the last two conferences were virtual.