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May 18, 2020
Air Force announces 2019 athletes of the year

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – The Air Force recently named its male and female 2019 athletes of the year. They are a world-class handball player and a top equestrian.The Air Force’s Female Athlete of the Year is Maj. Andrea D. Matesick.Matesick, the chief of safety and a T-38C instructor
May 18, 2020
Memorial Day message

Memorial Day not only marks the transition from Spring to Summer, but it is a day to remember those who fought and died in service to our country.It is a time-honored practice in our great Nation marked by celebrations, remembrance ceremonies, parades, picnics and family gatherings across the
May 18, 2020
Month of the Military Caregiver: Hidden Heroes

May is recognized as the Department of Defense’s Month of the Military Caregiver. This time is used to honor, commend, and show appreciation for those that care for wounded, ill and injured service members. The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) has a Caregiver Support and Family Program to
May 18, 2020
First Airmen graduate BMT proof of concept at Keesler AFB

Due to safety concerns stemming from COVID-19, the Air Force sent new recruits to Keesler Air Force Base to demonstrate a proof of concept to generate the force at multiple locations during contingencies.
May 15, 2020
F-22 crashes on Eglin AFB range

The pilot ejected safely from the aircraft and was transported to the 96th Medical Group hospital on Eglin AFB for evaluation and observation. He was listed in stable condition. The name of the pilot has not been released.
May 15, 2020
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
May 15, 2020
ARPC announces CY20 Reserve major promotions

Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center officials announced results for the Calendar Year 2020 Air Force Reserve Line and Non Line Major Promotion Selection Boards today. The boards selected more than 800 Citizen Airmen for promotion.
May 15, 2020
Air Force creates new AFSC for operations research analyst officers

The change, which went into effect April 30, reflects the broader shift across the Air Force on the importance of information and data.
May 14, 2020
Mental Health Awareness Month: Resiliency, wellness

The goal of the Wellness and Resiliency Program is to help ensure there is a resilient community being built and maintained throughout all areas of a wounded warrior’s life to include their physical, spiritual, mental and social fitness. During COVID-19, the team assists warriors, caregivers and
May 13, 2020
Airfield management propels JBER flight ops amid pandemic

The deafening roar of an F-22 Raptor or dozens of paratroopers dotting the skyline behind a C-17 Globemaster III portray fearsome capabilities of airpower, but this airpower simply cannot be projected without support.

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