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Gen. Curtis LeMay
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Jan 2019
Gen. LeMay's lead operational bombing planner dies at 101, family makes unique donation
The family of Col. John Watters Sr. donated his extensive collection of military books to Offutt Air Force Base, Neb.
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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.
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)
U.S. Air Force
USairforce
-14 Jul
Check out some shots from yesterday&
#39;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
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
U.S. Air Force
USairforce
-13 Jul
Great way to lead by example!
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
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
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/
U.S. Air Force
USairforce
-09 Jul
The F-22 Raptor&
#39;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/
U.S. Air Force
USairforce
-08 Jul
Check out this edition of week in photos.
http://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1568396/af-week-in-photos/
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!
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.
U.S. Air Force
USairforce
-04 Jul
SOUND ON! Celebrate freedom with the sound of freedom! Happy Independence Day!
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-05 Apr
Whenever there is an issue involving specialty vehicles at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates in
@USAFCENT
, t…
https://t.co/XH3uVN3p7l
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
More than 1,400
#Airmen
and
@USNavy
#Sailors
participated in the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibi…
https://t.co/pieJhiHICc
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
RT
@DeptofDefense
: Today,
@NATO
will mark 70 years since the signing of the North Atlantic Treaty by its 12 founding nations. Learn more…
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
RT
@SecAFOfficial
: Our students deserve a safe place to learn.
@secnav76
,
@SecArmy
, & I are working with our nation's colleges & universiti…
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
RT
@DeptofDefense
: .
@FEMA
celebrates 40 years of helping our nation before, during and after disasters. We send the
@USNationalGuard
to dis…
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
.
@SecAFOfficial
,
@GenDaveGoldfein
outline to Senate committee
#AirForce
progress, need for larger force.…
https://t.co/MntGs8noHQ
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
RT
@SASCMajority
: Watch live: Chairman
@JimInhofe
convenes a hearing on the Posture of the
@usairforce
.
@SecAFOfficial
and
@GenDaveGoldfein
…
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
#AirForce
Chief of Staff
@GenDaveGoldfein
wishes
@NATO
a
#HappyAnniversary
& explains the importance of coalition p…
https://t.co/PMapqhN3DA
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-04 Apr
When your mission is to rescue those in need anywhere and at any time, proper training is crucial. Take a look as c…
https://t.co/lBXEUJkTDN
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-03 Apr
Without an engine, aircraft are mere devices of lethal airpower. Propulsion
#Airmen
@20FighterWing
ensure the power…
https://t.co/LB0mxPqMTn
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-03 Apr
.
@Offutt_AFB
firefighters are taking their training virtual while maintaining readiness and saving money at the sam…
https://t.co/WRB3wqiMLZ
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-03 Apr
Avionics
#Airmen
are jacks of all trades, working hand-in-hand to master operating systems. Read on for more about…
https://t.co/3YyEJeSSKG
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-03 Apr
A crew chief deployed from the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit,
@TeamBarksdale
, s…
https://t.co/UNBhYpVmOx
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
There has been a lot of buzz about budgets. Here is a breakdown of the
#AirForce
's fiscal year 2020 budget proposal…
https://t.co/qtERMOAa9O
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
The
#USAF
is working to redesign gear used by female pilots across the service.
@USAF_ACC
https://t.co/TFB88H1AeX
https://t.co/y43fAzTagq
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
RT
@Space_Station
: .
@CBSNews
called up the space station today and asked
@AstroHague
what its like during a spacewalk?
#AskNASA
https://t.c…
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
#AirForce
releases the fiscal year 2018 Acquisitions Report. The report reviews the overall management of more than…
https://t.co/2iBSnnA4lh
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
Up, up, and away! The
@AFThunderbirds
perform during the Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona
@DMAFB
March 23, 2019.…
https://t.co/G0hTKySEjK
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
.
@SecAFOfficial
and
@GenDaveGoldfein
outline
#AirForce
progress, need for larger force.
https://t.co/3J8b2kzuo4
https://t.co/v5lhbZG8bX
U.S. Air Force
@usairforce
-02 Apr
.
@SecAFOfficial
,
@GenDaveGoldfein
&
@USArmy
officials will be LIVE today from Capitol Hill, discussing the FY2020 B…
https://t.co/nBdbDGu4Au
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