Nov. 1, 2021 AFIMSC centralizes critical communication capability with standup of PMO The PMO will provide centralized management of the core LMR network and subscriber procurements for all Airmen and Guardians. Traditionally, management of the program was handled at the major command level. Through this initiative, the office aims to improve service and save the Air and Space Forces
Nov. 1, 2021 Southern Beach boosts lethality, strengthens partnerships Exercise Southern Beach primarily focused on offensive and defensive counter air operations, personnel rescue and airdrop missions. This was the first time since the inception of Southern Beach in which the majority of the mission sets and a Japan-U.S. training program were conducted during night
Oct. 31, 2021 Shutterbugs capture ‘wonderful world’ in photo contest This year’s theme for the 2021 Air Force Photo Contest was “What a Wonderful World.” Participants could enter up to two images for one of the categories. A panel judged each photo on impact, creativity and technical excellence. Entries were accepted July 1 - Aug. 13.
Oct. 30, 2021 Native Seed Program grows DAF readiness The Department of the Air Force Native Seed Program, part of the National Seed Strategy, is a Bureau of Land Management initiative that brings together 12 federal agencies and more than 300 non-federal partners to champion ecological restoration nationwide.
Oct. 30, 2021 Hurricane Hunters testing new SATCOM capabilities The aerial reconnaissance weather officer sits adjacent, quality checking the figures from the dropsonde, as it plummets to the ocean’s surface, and from the stepped frequency microwave radiometer attached to the wing of the aircraft.
Oct. 29, 2021 US Air Force awards F-15EX engine contract The United States Air Force awarded a $1,579,662,187 contract to General Electric, GE Edison Works, Cincinnati, Oct. 29, for the purchase of 29 engines — installs and spares — in support of the production of 12 F-15EX Eagle II aircraft.
Oct. 29, 2021 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.
Oct. 29, 2021 Around the Air Force: Fuel From Thin Air, USSF Support, Bomber Task Force, Innovative Logistics This week’s look Around the Air Force highlights a new technology that converts carbon dioxide into jet fuel, Air Force Materiel Command is one step closer to becoming the servicing major command for Space Force-assigned Airmen, Bomber Task Force missions in support of the Indo-Pacific, and
Oct. 28, 2021 ‘Basic’ docuseries goes behind the scenes at USAF BMT beginning Oct. 28 “Basic” presents the unique perspective of five enlistees from various parts of the country as they navigate the ups and downs of basic military training beginning in October 2019.
Oct. 28, 2021 AFIMSC helps Afghan civilians start new lives Numerous Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center teams have played a key role in Operation Allies Welcome, the evacuation and resettlement of thousands of Afghans and other civilians from Afghanistan.