Press Releases

  • Academy researchers go into zero gravity for science

    Academy researchers went into zero gravity Sunday to test a new patented optical telescope that can expand the capabilities of space-based imagery.Cadet 1st Class Heather Nelson, 2nd Lt. Samantha Latch, Trey Quiller, Dr. Michael Dearborn and Dr. Geoff McHarg from the Academy went weightless to test

  • Cadet parents visit Academy, Pikes Peak Region

    A peek inside cadet life awaits cadet parents and families at the Academy's annual Parents' Weekend, Thursday through Sunday.Thursday marks the influx of several thousand visitors to the Academy, along with parents club meetings.Friday will be the first full day of Parents' Weekend, which brings an

  • Academy evacuees may return Friday morning

    Academy officials have deemed it safe for residents of the Pine Valley and Douglass Valley housing areas, and the enlisted dormitories, to return to their residence effective 5 a.m. Friday, June 29. Academy officials recommend utilizing both the North and South gates to minimize traffic flow.All

  • New cadets to inprocess as scheduled

    Approximately 1,000 Air Force Academy cadet appointees are expected to arrive in the area for in-processing, which is currently scheduled for Thursday morning. Air Force Academy officials want to assure the public that there is a plan in place to take care of all cadets, to include appointees.Bed

  • Academy closed to visitors, non-essential personnel Wednesday

    Academy officials have directed a base closure for normal operations for Wednesday. Only mission essential personnel and personnel in direct support of cadet activities such as in-processing and student academics should plan to report for duty. Contact your chain of command for specific reporting

  • Air Force Academy athletic events cancelled

    Due to escalating danger of the Waldo Canyon Fire, all scheduled Air Force Academy athletic events have been cancelled until further notice. This includes USAFA Sports Camps and the Girl's Elite Basketball Camp. Please stay tuned to the official athletic website goairforcefalcons.com for the latest

  • AIR FORCE ACADEMY EVACUATES BASE HOUSING AREAS

    UPDATE (9:02 p.m.): The installation commander has issued an evacuation order for all residents in Pine Valley and Douglass Valley housing on the Air Force Academy.Effective immediately all residents need to depart the installation to the South, exiting the South Gate. If you have not already made

  • Academy cancels July 4th events due to Waldo Canyon Fire

    Air Force Academy officials have cancelled all July 4th events on base due to the Waldo Canyon fire.The fireworks display has been cancelled due to dry conditions. Academy officials feel it is in the best interest of the community to focus all efforts on the continuing firefighting operations. -30-

  • Academy trails close due to Waldo Canyon fire

    Col. Tim Gibson, 10th Air Base Wing commander, has closed all trails leading west off the Academy as a precaution because of the Waldo Canyon fire.These include the Eagle's Peak, Stanley Canyon and Blodgett trails. Also, the Santa Fe trail is closed south of the Ice Lake trailhead. Currently, the