AUGUST 12, 2024 - Air University is making an impact at the 2024 Air Force Sergeants Association Summit by showcasing several key programs designed to enhance professional military education and development. "Air University programs are essential for preparing our Airmen and Guardians to meet future challenges and equipping them with the knowledge needed to lead and advance … [Read more...]
Air Force Orders Two E-7A Weapons Systems
An artist's depiction shows an E-7A in flight. The E-7A is the Department of Defense's future tactical battle management, command and control and moving target indication platform scheduled to replace the E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System. (Courtesy photo) AUGUST 11, 2024 - The U.S. Department of the Air Force has successfully negotiated a price agreement … [Read more...]
MEDIC-X Training for All Airmen Medics
AUGUST 9, 2024 – The U.S. Air Force Medical Service has implemented a strategic initiative designed to train all medical Airmen to provide foundational clinical support to wounded and injured personnel on the battlefield, MEDIC-X. With MEDIC-X, every Air Force medic, including those not involved in patient care like administrators or lab technicians, need to be proficient in … [Read more...]
KC-135 Flight Simulator Returns to Key Field
AUGUST 9, 2024 - The 186th Air Refueling Wing celebrated the long-awaited return of the KC-135 Flight Simulator, today, by hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to recognize the hard work and dedication of those who were instrumental in bringing the aircrew training system back to the base. 186th ARW Commander Colonel Cynthia Smith welcomed attendees and provided opening … [Read more...]
Air Force Demos Low-Cost Tech to Sink Ships
AUGUST 9, 2024 - The Air Force proved a low-cost, air-delivered method for defeating surface vessels through a QUICKSINK demonstration in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico near Eglin Air Force Base. This capability is an answer to an urgent need to quickly neutralize maritime threats over massive expanses of ocean around the world. “The development of this technology helps … [Read more...]