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  • U.S. Air Force Special Tactics Airmen with the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron load water onto a CV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to the 8th Special Operations Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 11, 2018.

    Special Tactics Airmen open Tyndall AFB airfield for operations

    Air Force Special Tactics Airmen with the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron assessed, opened and controlled air traffic at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 11.

  • Air Force, Hollywood partner during making of 'First Man'

    Since the inception of the Air Force in 1947, film makers, novelists and even creators of video games have wanted to tell the tales of Airmen. The Air Force Public Affairs Entertainment Liaison office works to project and protect the image of the U.S. Air Force within the global entertainment environment.

  • Around the Air Force: Air Force Navy Game, Red Flag 19-1

    On this look Around the Air Force the Air Force Academy brings home the Commander in Chief’s trophy, and the Finnish air force participates in Red Flag. Hosted by Senior Airman Jasmine Vanderheyden.

  • Yesterday's Air Force: The pilot who killed King Kong

    There was only one man who took part in the hunt for Pancho Villa, the Doolittle Raid, the Flying Tigers, the Japanese surrender on the USS Missouri and even stopping King Kong’s rampage in New York City. He was one of the Air Force's most innovative, exceptional, and adventurous leaders. That man was Brigadier General Merian C. Cooper.

  • AF announces Operation Colony Glacier casualty recovery

    The U.S. Air Force announced today the name of a service member who has been recovered from a C-124 Globemaster aircraft that was lost on Nov. 22, 1952.
  • Hudson

    Miracle at the Marathon: CPR, training save life

    When retired Air Force Lt. Gen. John Hudson woke on the warm overcast morning of the Air Force Marathon, Sept. 15, he knew the weather would be a challenge. But he was fit, trained and ready to take on the 10 kilometer race, just as he had for the past 10 years.
  • Retired Air Force Col. Cassie Barlow, president of the Miami Valley Military Affairs Association, and Retired Senior Master Sgt. David McCoy, president of Chapter 751 of the Air Force Sergeants Association, lay wreaths at the POW/MIA Recognition Day Memorial at the Arnold House during a ceremony at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Sept. 21. (U.S. Air Force photo/Wesley Farnsworth)

    Former Vietnam POW speaks at wreath-laying ceremony

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Retired Col. Henry P. Fowler Jr., a Vietnam prisoner of war, was the guest speaker at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base POW/MIA Recognition Day wreath-laying ceremony Sept. 21 at the Arnold House in Area A. Fowler, then a first lieutenant, was flying an F-4 Phantom II when he was forced to eject over North

  • Around the Air Force: CSAF AF update, Defender Challenge

    On this look Around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein gives an Air Force update, two new security force’s weapons are demonstrated at Defender Challenge and the first all Air Force Y-90 cancer treatment is conducted.
  • Kenneth P. Rapuano, left, assistant secretary of defense for homeland defense and global security, and Air Force Gen. Terrence J. O'Shaughnessy, commander of the North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, brief reporters at the Pentagon, Sept. 13, 2018, on Defense Department preparations for Hurricane Florence.

    More than 7,000 troops ready as Hurricane Florence hits

    WASHINGTON - More than 7,000 service members - National Guard and active-duty - are standing by ready to assist as Hurricane Florence hits the Carolina coast, Defense Department officials said Thursday. Defense Secretary James N. Mattis and Deputy Defense Secretary Patrick M. Shanahan are monitoring the hurricane and the department is "leaning

  • TRICARE announces temporary suspension of physician referrals for beneficiaries affected by Hurricane Florence

    The Defense Health Agency announced TRICARE beneficiaries under mandatory evacuation orders in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia may see a provider in any location without a referral from their primary care provider due to the impact of Hurricane Florence. The waiver applies to beneficiaries in approximately 40 counties where state governors have ordered evacuations as Florence approaches.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-16 Jul
DYK: Aircraft have lifespans! Like humans, they require check-ups in the form of maintenance inspections to prolong their ability to fly. These "checks" prevent in-flight system failures which ultimately protects aircrew and passengers. Learn more from the 86th Maintenance Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Germany on what it takes to correct issues so aircraft can stay airborne.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-16 Jul
WATCH: United States Air Force pilots talk about the importance of Exercise Saber Strike 18 as they refuel over the Baltic Sea on June 18, 2018. Saber Strike 18 is a long-standing training exercise designed to enhance interoperability between the U.S. and our allies. The training focused on improving land and air operational capabilities between the U.S. and our NATO allies. (U.S. Air National Guard video by: Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-14 Jul
Check out some shots from yesterday's All-Star Armed Services Classic Championship softball game in Washington, D.C. This event, part of MLB’s All-Star Week, pays tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces. Washington Nationals U.S. Army
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-13 Jul
Air Force and U.S. Army coed softball teams render military honors during the playing of the National Anthem during the All-Star Armed Services Classic Championship softball game, Washington, D.C., July 13, 2018. This event, part of MLB’s All-Star Week, pays tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces. Washington Nationals
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-13 Jul
Great way to lead by example!
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-12 Jul
The United States Air Force is facing a pilot shortage. To help solve the challenge, the Aircrew Crisis Task Force was recently created to provide strategic direction and actionable recommendations to senior leaders on how to solve the aircrew manning crisis. FULL STORY: https://go.usa.gov/xUb3z
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-11 Jul
Your United States Air Force news: ✓ A B-52 crew assists in a search and rescue operation off the coast of Guam ✓ An Afghan pilot class graduates in the Czech Republic ✓ The Air Force is using innovative approaches to training pilots to make the process faster and more efficient
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-10 Jul
Now that’s how weathermen work! Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters fly weather reconnaissance missions into Tropical Storm Chris and Tropical Storm Beryl. http://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1569944/hurricane-hunters-fly-tropical-storms-beryl-chris/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-09 Jul
The F-22 Raptor's combination of stealth, supercruise, maneuverability, and integrated avionics, coupled with improved supportability, represents an exponential leap in warfighting capabilities. The F-22 cannot be matched by any known or projected fighter aircraft. Maintaining these aircraft can involve a bit of a learning curve. Airmen at KadenaAirBase use past technology to help learn how to work with the undefeated Raptor. FULL STORY: http://www.kadena.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1567295/hard-to-raptor-head-around/
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-08 Jul
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-06 Jul
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-06 Jul
The B-52 Stratofortress has sniper pods that provide improved long-range target detection/identification and continuous stabilize surveillance for all missions, including close air support of ground forces. Air Force Global Strike Command crew members on a B-52 were able to spot a historic Pacific Island style canoe so that the U.S. Coast Guard could rescue the six passengers!
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-05 Jul
For the past 60 years, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, or DARPA, has continually helped us maintain a technological edge against our advarsaries. Together with the Air Force Research Laboratory - AFRL, a fusion of ideas is leading to newly highlighted innovations.
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U.S. Air Force
USairforce-04 Jul
SOUND ON! Celebrate freedom with the sound of freedom! Happy Independence Day!
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
Now this is what #resilience looks like! With the support of #TotalForce #Airmen around the #AirForce,… https://t.co/oiLqSFcH0W
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
RT @HQUSAFEPA: We are aware of a Ukrainian Su-27UB fighter aircraft that crashed in the Khmelnytskyi region during Clear Sky 2018 today inv…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
Phase two of @TeamTyndall recovery efforts has begun. #Airmen & dependents will have limited access to the base to… https://t.co/AVQQZf4RQP
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
This is the @USAF_ACC Crisis Action Team in action! Hundreds of #Airmen are working 24/7 to get @TeamTyndall the fo… https://t.co/NR2NBOWMAA
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
RT @TeamTyndall: Crews are working throughout Tyndall to clear roads, safe down powered lines and inspect buildings so Team Tyndall may ret…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
Recovery efforts are currently underway at @TeamTyndall. This map will provide real-time information as facility as… https://t.co/E0ohjEOtJE
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
Visitors from the sky! For the first time in 51 years, @RamsteinAirBase #parajumpers dropped in on Chièvres Air Bas… https://t.co/LCptd76A0a
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-16 Oct
RT @Oriana0214: TONIGHT FROM MATTIS: "Right now the initial review yesterday by @SecAFOfficial, coming on 48 hours due by Air Combat Comman…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
RT @USAF_ACC: F-22 #Raptors stationed at @TeamTyndall that were evacuated to @WrightPattAFB ahead of #HurricaneMichael arrived at @JBLEnews…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
After #HurricaneMichael, Airmen from @Travis60AMW's 821st Contingency Response Group received the call and headed o… https://t.co/s9dOR5Mpz3
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
RT @TeamEglin: cont. President @realDonaldTrump drops in @TeamEglin on his way to see #HurricaneMichael damage. The President met w/ #Flori…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
RT @TeamEglin: President @realDonaldTrump drops in @TeamEglin on his way to see #HurricaneMichael damage. The President met w/ #Florida lea…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
RT @AirMobilityCmd: .@usairforce Mobility Airmen from @Travis60AMW, @DyessAFBase & @JBLM_PAO joined #TotalForce @MacDill_AFB efforts, bring…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
Relief efforts are underway & morale is high @TeamTyndall. They’re determined to recover w/ the support of their ne… https://t.co/AweN969NKP
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
Relief efforts are well underway @TeamTyndall after #HurricaneMicheal. Total Force #Airmen are working hard with ou… https://t.co/n4rsJ724RT
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
RT @AETCommand: NCOs interested in becoming Enlisted RPA pilots have until Oct. 31 to submit applications to fill training slots for FY'19…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-15 Oct
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-14 Oct
Check out the latest version of #WIP! https://t.co/YodA0xgyDx https://t.co/GGwFYSbSoh
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-14 Oct
A message from @SecAFOfficial, @GenDaveGoldfein & CMSAF Wright following their visit @TeamTyndall.… https://t.co/mkpcvSbkWE