MARCH 16, 2026 - Air Force Maj. Michael A. Blea, assistant director of operations for the 480th Fighter Squadron, 52nd Fighter Wing, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, was awarded the Silver Star during a ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 3. The presentation of the award recognized Blea's extraordinary heroism in combat during his deployment to the U.S. Central … [Read more...]
DoW Equips Airmen with Cognitive Tools
MARCH 16, 2026 - The Department of War equipped Airmen with a new, practical mental health kit on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, March 6, 2026. The program was delivered via a seminar and a series of follow-on materials to teach service members how to understand their thought patterns and apply techniques to manage stress and adversity. The initiative is … [Read more...]
Air Force Publishes Family Preparedness Guide
MARCH 16, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force released the Family Preparedness Guide as a centralized resource to help Airmen and Guardians make informed decisions through all stages of family planning and readiness. The guide consolidates policies and resources across the Military Health System to help Airmen, Guardians and leadership navigate family planning, financial … [Read more...]
DoW Identifies Casualties of KC-135 Refueler
MARCH 15, 2026 - The Department of War announced the death of six Air Force Airmen who were supporting Operation Epic Fury. Maj. John A. Klinner, 33, of Auburn, Ala.; Capt. Ariana G. Savino, 31, of Covington, Wash.; and Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, 34, of Bardstown, Ky., were assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing, MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. Capt. Seth R. Koval, 38, of … [Read more...]
Air Force Updates Military Leave Program
MARCH 14, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force released an update to DAFI 36-3003, Military Leave Program, on Feb. 26. The revision incorporates changes mandated by the Department of War and streamlines leave policies to ensure Airmen and Guardians are fully aware of their entitlements.The updated instruction aligns with DoDI 1327.06, Leave and Liberty Policy and Procedures, … [Read more...]