Feb. 22, 2021 2020 Vice Chief’s Challenge winners announced The challenge, which launched in February 2020, focused on identifying time-consuming tasks that provide the least direct value to generating combat effects; proposing innovative solutions to streamline current processes through the novel application of technology; and partnering directly with
Feb. 22, 2021 Defenders forge culture of service, remember fallen Airmen Expeditionary security forces squadrons share a culture across the globe—wherever the U.S. Air Force needs to fly aircraft into harm’s way. They are there keeping Airmen and resting aircraft safe. They patrol the fence line; control who steps onto the base.They do this with the knowledge that it’s
Feb. 21, 2021 Air Force on track to complete latest C-40 modification WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force is in the process of modifying aircraft in the C-40 fleet, in an effort to better accommodate pilots during extended flight missions. Four Air Force C-40B aircraft and four Air Force Reserve Command C-40C aircraft are being upgraded, with the
Feb. 19, 2021 Tinker reduces energy consumption during energy crisis, preserves mission capability Tinker Air Force Base preserved mission capability as 72nd Air Base Wing Civil Engineers took a proactive stance this week to assist Oklahoma energy partners and the community in finding ways to reduce base energy consumption while still preserving the integrity of industrial facilities. The state
Feb. 19, 2021 Tinker Talks podcast discusses teen dating violence Every February, young people and their loved ones join together to bring awareness about the issues related to teen dating violence. The month-long Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month campaign focuses on education to end the abuse before it starts.
Feb. 18, 2021 AFGSC begins retirement of B-1 aircraft, paving way for B-21 In support of its efforts to modernize America’s bomber fleet, the Air Force will begin divesting 17 B-1B Lancers from its current fleet as authorized by the National Defense Authorization Act.
Feb. 17, 2021 COVID-19 vaccine does not affect fertility, immunization experts say You're pregnant, or you’re breastfeeding. Should you get a COVID-19 vaccine?That’s a question on the minds of many military frontline health care workers today. The short answer is that it’s an individual’s choice, and military health experts say the vaccine is well worth considering.
Feb. 16, 2021 AFMC We Need: Ten BIG Wins The AFMC We Need command-wide initiative continues to drive change across the command as we endeavor to better execute our critical missions for the United States Air Force with greater agility, innovation and speed.
Feb. 16, 2021 Ready to level up? DAF offers civilians various academic programs to earn degree In addition to the Civilian Tuition Assistance Program, the Department of the Air Force offers three academic programs for Air Force and Space Force civilians to enhance their level of education.
Feb. 11, 2021 Okie Airmen receive initial COVID-19 vaccine More than 250 Reservists and civilians in the 507th Air Refueling Wing, 513th Air Control Group and 10th Flight Test Squadron here voluntarily received the first of the two-part Moderna COVID-19 vaccine Feb. 7, 2021, during the February unit training assembly.