U.S. Air Force Academy News

Jan. 10, 2025
South Gate lane closures, Jan. 14-15

South Gate lane closures are scheduled for Jan. 14-15, 2025.
Jan. 10, 2025
No time to chill: Stay alert on winter driving

As winter weather sets in, icy roads and reduced visibility create dangerous conditions for all drivers. One of the most important safety tips for winter driving is maintaining a safe following distance. Tailgating, or following too closely behind another vehicle, increases your chances of a
Dec. 19, 2024
New turf enhances safety, training for Military Working Dogs

The 10th Security Forces Squadron recently completed a $140,000 upgrade to the Military Working Dog obedience yard, installing state-of-the-art turf to enhance the training environment for both handlers and their canine partners.
Dec. 4, 2024
North Gate road closures rescheduled, Dec. 11-12

North Gate lane closures are rescheduled for December 11-12 to perform maintenance on the Active Vehicle Barriers.
Nov. 25, 2024
Kendall provides cadets a portrait of leaders and their qualities the nation needs for today’s global threats

In a bracing speech to U.S. Air Force Academy cadets who are the service’s future leaders Nov. 12, Department of the Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall did not mince words about the qualities necessary for strong leadership and why capable, insightful, moral leaders are more essential than ever in
Nov. 20, 2024
LEAD program offers enlisted members pathway to commission

Cadet 2nd Class Te’Anne Dailey needed a year at the U.S. Air Force Preparatory School to ensure she was academically and physically ready to begin her first year at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Dailey, a former U.S. Air Force security forces specialist, found her path to the Academy through the
Nov. 13, 2024
Parade Loop road closure, Nov. 18 - 22

Parade Loop is scheduled to be closed Nov. 18-22, due to the installation of new water and sanitary drain piping across the roadway in support of the cemetery expansion project.
Nov. 8, 2024
Academy Nov. 8 closures, adjusted hours due to inclement weather

Academy Nov. 8 closures, adjusted hours due to inclement weather
Nov. 6, 2024
Academy Nov. 7 closures, adjusted hours due to inclement weather

Academy Nov. 7 closures, adjusted hours due to inclement weather.
Nov. 1, 2024
10th ABW celebrates 30 years of excellence at the Academy

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the 10th Air Base Wing’s activation at the U.S. Air Force Academy, celebrating decades of service, support, and excellence in preparing the next generation of military leaders for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.