May 12, 2026 Air Force, Boeing accelerate KC-46 upgrades to target readiness The plan pursues three primary lines of effort: repurposing early-built aircraft for immediate operational impact, accelerating the Remote Vision System 2.0 retrofit schedule and implementing a targeted performance-based logistics effort to resolve systemic readiness challenges.
May 12, 2026 NMED, DAF verbally agree to collaboration that advances PFAS cleanup at Cannon AFB The New Mexico Environment Department and the Department of the Air Force announced a verbal agreement to establish a collaborative groundwater-sampling framework to support ongoing PFAS investigation and clean-up activities at Cannon Air Force Base in Curry County.
May 11, 2026 PACAF commander visit highlights Kadena’s Indo-Pacific role The PACAF commander visited Kadena Air Base to assess operational capabilities and reinforce the installation’s role in sustaining combat power across the Indo-Pacific.
May 11, 2026 55th Fighter Squadron pilots earn Distinguished Flying Cross ACC commander awards six Airmen with one of the nation’s highest military honors for extraordinary heroism during Operation Midnight Hammer.
May 11, 2026 US Air Force reassigns combat training units to enhance readiness Air Force FTUs specialize in developing operational proficiency for aircrew members assigned to advanced weapon systems. These units provide system and mission-specific training, ensuring a seamless transition from foundational skills to combat-readiness.
May 11, 2026 Stronger, smarter, sharper: Incirlik Airmen elevate tactical skills through European EOD exercise Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen from the 39th Civil Engineer Squadron, Incirlik Air Base, Turkiye, participated in Operation Deterrent Viking II, hosted by 786th Civil Engineer Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, at Baumholder Military Training Area, Germany.
May 8, 2026 Department of the Air Force announces Homestead ARB as candidate for future F-35A basing The Department of the Air Force approved Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, as the candidate location in the most recent round of Air Force Reserve Command F-35A basing decisions.
May 8, 2026 AFMC hosts CMSAF, Enlisted Force Development Panel to shape future leaders AFMC hosted CMSAF Wolfe and other senior enlisted leaders for the Spring 2026 Air Force Enlisted Force Development Panel to shape future Air Force leaders.
May 8, 2026 CMSAF Wolfe emphasizes readiness, modernization, Airmen, families during Hill AFB all-call During a visit to Utah, the Air Force’s top enlisted leader, CMSAF David Wolfe, held a May 1 all-call at Hill Air Force Base addressing the realities of combat readiness, the importance of innovation, and the urgent need to take care of one another.
May 8, 2026 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.