April 7, 2026 SecAF presents Harold Brown Award to NASIC researcher Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink recognized Richard Borth, National Air and Space Intelligence Center researcher with the 2024 Harold Brown Award for his work developing an artificial intelligence algorithm to detect deployed weapons systems in synthetic aperture radar imagery.
April 6, 2026 US continues strikes into Iran after successful rescue of F-15E Aircrew On April 4, U.S. forces successfully completed the rescues of two American service members from Iran after their F-15E fighter jet was shot down April 2 during a combat mission.
April 3, 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.
April 2, 2026 April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and Tinker Air Force Base is committed to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and fostering a culture of dignity and respect. This month serves as a focused time for the Tinker community to reinforce its commitment to eliminating sexual
April 2, 2026 DAF updates SkillBridge policy balancing operational readiness, transition assistance The Department of the Air Force updated its Air Force and Space Force SkillBridge programs to balance operational readiness and transition assistance to Airmen and Guardians.
April 1, 2026 USAF implements restructure of Strategy, Design, Requirements directorate This key milestone in the Air Force's ongoing modernization and requirements reform efforts, streamlines the capability development process.
March 30, 2026 A hero's final flight: 'Bud' Anderson laid to rest at Arlington Brig. Gen. Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson, the last surviving “triple ace” pilot from World War II, received full military funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery.
March 30, 2026 USAF, Army integrate air defense capabilities during Freedom Shield 26 The 51st Security Forces Squadron and 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade conducted joint training during exercise Freedom Shield 26 at Osan Air Base.
March 30, 2026 Hill AFB fighter squadron chosen as top in the Air Force The award recognizes the top fighter squadron in the United States Air Force.
March 30, 2026 F-35A Lightning IIs arrive at Misawa Air Base The arrival supports the Department of the Air Force’s modernization efforts and demonstrates the United States’ ironclad commitment to the defense of Japan and sustaining peace through strength in the Indo-Pacific.