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  • Around the Air Force: Flight Equipment / F-35A Integration / GI Bill Transferability

    On today's look around the Air Force, Air Force flight equipment is being redesigned for female aviators, and for the first time, U.S. Air Force F-35As integrated operationally with Italian Air Force F-35As, making use of one of its main technological design features of interoperability. Also, service members who want to transfer Post 9/11 G.I. Bill benefits to their spouse or dependent children will see some changes starting July 12th.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-22 Apr
If only the Wright Brothers could see how far we've come... If only they knew the number of reasons why our pilots fly today for the United States Air Force. Why do you fly? #MotivationMonday
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-22 Apr
179th Airlift Wing Airmen know the hardest part isn't the jump, it's the preparation for the heavy drop beforehand.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-21 Apr
This is what we do. This is #RedFlagAlaska. Whether you were in the cockpit of an A-10 or on the flightline turning wrenches, each of you played an important role in making Red Flag a success. Here's a behind the scenes, in-depth look at the partcipants that made it all happen. **We'd like to extend a special thank you to the Japan Air Self Defense Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force for providing extensive footage from their flights.** (U.S. Air Force video by the 354th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Team)
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-19 Apr
The Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award, first given in 1981, is named in honor of the first U.S. Air Force Academy graduate to receive the Medal of Honor. The annual award recognizes Airmen who have demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities. Join us in congratulating the award recipients! https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1819187/pentagon-hosts-sijan-award-presentation-first-ever-resiliency-event/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-19 Apr
Strengthening joint leaders & teams isn't the job for just a few select career fields. It's an Air Force-wide imperative! Joint Base Langley-Eustis
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-18 Apr
Join us as we celebrate the tradition of honor & legacy of valor that defined retired Lt. Col. Richard "Dick" E. Cole's life.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-18 Apr
ICYMI! Total Force Airmen assigned to Hill Air Force Base deploy with the F-35 Lightining II on its first mission to U.S. Air Forces Central Command. “We train together and fight together, and as the first deployment for the F-35A to the Middle East, I’m one hundred percent confident we’ll deliver," said Col. Gina Sabric, 419th FW commander. Learn more about their arrival and the interoperability this advanced aircraft can provide to the Coalition joint forces: https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1815146/hill-afb-airmen-deploy-f-35a-to-support-coalition-forces/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-17 Apr
The Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson unveiled a new and ambitious Science and Technology Strategy designed to better identify, develop and deploy breakthrough technologies. https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1816965/new-air-force-science-technology-strategy-puts-focus-on-speed/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-16 Apr
The first to take-off of the U.S.S. Hornet on April 18, 1942, is the last to land. One of World War II’s first truly joint operations consisted of 80 U.S. Army Air Forces aviators who were trained by U.S. Navy pilots to master taking off in a fully-loaded B-25 Mitchell bomber from the deck of an aircraft carrier. Led by Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle, their efforts resulted in the first aerial attack of the Japanese home islands by U.S. bombers in WWII. Recount with late U.S. Air Force legend Lt. Col. Richard "Dick" Cole, on his first combat mission.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-15 Apr
An Army National Guard UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter crew prepares to hoist Air Force pararescuemen from the 64th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron during joint training at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, April 5, 2019. The rescue Airmen and Soldiers work and train together regularly to be prepared to save lives across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Anna-Marie Wyant) Check out the rest of our Air Force Week in Photos: https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1812613/af-week-in-photos/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-12 Apr
Capt. Andrew Olson, F-35 Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs a dedication pass during the Melbourne Air and Space Show in Melbourne, Fla., March 30, 2019. During the two-day event, more than 50,000 guests attended the Melbourne Air and Space Show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Cook) View more of our week in photos: https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1807243/af-week-in-photos/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-12 Apr
Capt. Andrew “Dojo Olson, F-35 Demonstration Team pilot and commander performs a high-speed pass in an F-35A Lightning II during the Heart of Texas Airshow April 7, 2019. The F-35 Demo Team performed their second show of the season bringing their new demonstration to central Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Cook)
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-11 Apr
As we continue to remember the life of retired Lt. Col. Richard "Dick" Cole, we share his touching interview with Airman Magazine. At the time, he was the last surviving Doolittle Raider and 101 years young.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-10 Apr
We are Generation Space! Peterson AFB: 21st Space Wing | Schriever Air Force Base | 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. | Buckley Air Force Base | Vandenberg Air Force Base
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-09 Aug
A day on the lake isn't such a drag. During water survival skills training, #Airmen experience what it's like to b… https://t.co/a7JJhxszws
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
RT @157ARW: Welcoming our new #KC46 to #NH! This is #PegasusCountry @AirNatlGuard @ActingSecAF @AirForceTimes @DeptofDefense @airforce @A…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
RT @ActingSecAF: A great day to come home to New Hampshire & welcome the first #KC46 to the @AirNatlGuard @157ARW @SenatorShaheen @Senator…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
RT @GenDaveGoldfein: When you see their distinctive beret, you know our bases, our resources and our Airmen are well-protected because of t…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
RT @916ARW: Aircrews from the 77th Air Refueling Squadron out of the 916th Air Refueling Wing flies two KC-135 Stratotankers to rendezvous…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
What does the #USAF have in common with a 19th-century #Vampire? https://t.co/q0OqHatJ0q #Science https://t.co/ITWEr7KsC2
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-08 Aug
Officer Kevin Jones stands in front of a #C17 @PITairport Air Reserve Station. Civilian police officers assigned to… https://t.co/qN4jpwWlK5
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
RT @AFResearchLab: Do you want to develop America’s next cyber defense capabilities dealing with the Internet of Things? Join AFRL, @redb…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
RT @GenDaveGoldfein: Re-blue, reconnect & recharge — that was my message to the #Airmen of our Air University @MaxwellAFB today. https://t.…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
#AFAcademy cadets receive some #WednesdayWisdom for starting the new year off right. https://t.co/AOjXHJ9vGg
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
RT @AFSpace: With a base that operates the @DeptofDefense's northernmost deep-water seaport & a 10,000-ft runway w/its associated airfield,…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
RT @DeptofDefense: On this #PurpleHeartDay, we honor the brave service members who have sacrificed for this nation. #HonorThem https://t.co…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
“We need to create a community of young #engineers and #scientists focused on #cybersecurity, #energy delivery and… https://t.co/QPwkno6cTW
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-07 Aug
RT @HQ_AFMC: Pilots flew an upgraded E-3 Sentry #AWACS south for the summer, testing a $1.05 billion aircraft upgrade - DRAGON - for long-h…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-06 Aug
RT @LukeAFB: Pilot Helmet Fitting part 2! The #f35 helmet needs to fit just right for a #fighter #pilot to do their job! https://t.co/C6ZcN…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-06 Aug
RT @HQ_AFMC: How do you protect @usairforce assets from drops, shocks and booms? 📦 You call on the packaging office at the Air Force Life…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-06 Aug
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-06 Aug
Oliver "Ollie" Crawford, lifelong pilot and advocate for the #USAF was laid to rest with full military honors at Fo… https://t.co/JvyiWAcAff
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-06 Aug
RT @ActingSecAF: The @usairforce is committed to sending #F35s to @TeamTyndall. The #USAF just completed an in-depth analysis & confirmed…