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  • Wilson, Goldfein outline Air Force progress, need for larger force

    Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein told the House Armed Services Committee Tuesday that the Air Force must get bigger and funding must be predictable to meet – and defeat – security threats at home, globally and in space in an era of great power competition.
  • Air Force transitions to a single combat uniform

    Air Force transitions to a single combat uniform

    Air Force leaders announced the service will move to a single combat utility uniform, adopting the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, already in use by the Army and Airmen in combat zones and in certain jobs across the Air Force.
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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-26 Apr
#Airmen at #DoverAFB learn about the intricate functions of the #C5M Galaxy using a new training device. Watch here: https://t.co/cExHtx3TI5
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
The Global Positioning System has been operating for 41 years. It's a system that our modern way of life depends on… https://t.co/dqZbFBiUpT
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
RT @GenDaveGoldfein: It’s no secret, a life of service can be hard & demanding -- for the sacrifices you & your families have made & the sa…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
RT @SecAFOfficial: An honor meeting Polish Minister of Defense Mariusz Błaszczak @mblaszczak & talking about our strong US-Polish defense r…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
RT @AirmanMagazine: During its heyday, the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle was the pinnacle of U.S. air superiority. I… https://t.co/Gnx1K1JTzl
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
“Find them!” #MWD Alf hunts down “crashed” pilots to test their ability to avoid capture during a combat search a… https://t.co/KJG82GMO7b
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
#TBT: The 146th Air Support Operations Squadron spent a week w/their British and Estonian counterparts working a va… https://t.co/d8ClxzmFq2
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-25 Apr
#TBT: The 146th Air Support Operations Squadron spent a week w/their British and Estonian counterparts working a va… https://t.co/AoV8IAwvih
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
Enlisted leaders from around the world converge in #Jordan for the 4th annual Sergeants Major Symposium.… https://t.co/XMwVjiAAQp
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
RT @AirmanMagazine: Help us select the "Airman Top Shot" of the week by liking, commenting and sharing your favorite @usairforce photo. The…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
Listen in as the first #Airman to refuel a KC-46A Pegasus from a KC-135 Stratotanker recounts his experience! @22ARW https://t.co/qAWLiQsHdo
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
RT @DOD_Outreach: .@NASCAR driver @BubbaWallace is used to acceleration, but got to experience 9 G’s during a @USAirForce F-15 flight at @S…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
RT @USAFCENT: @iqAirForce #F16 Fighting Falcon #aircraft flies a mission above the Iraqi-Syrian border alongside Co… https://t.co/1gZfXiMi2O
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-24 Apr
#VandenbergAFB aids during exercise Patriot Hook 2019, trains for real-world scenarios in the event of a regional e… https://t.co/IqnN00cJv1
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-23 Apr
.@SecAFOfficial underscores space strategy and partnerships with allies. https://t.co/X391mBc6E6 https://t.co/CFk69M8WW4
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-23 Apr
RT @SecAFOfficial: Thanks for inviting me to be part of @Policy_Exchange’s launch of the space policy unit #PXSpace! Great dialogue on #spa…
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-23 Apr
#USAF's new rules on the #OCP uniform aims to better fit our #Airmen's needs as they perform the mission, while hol… https://t.co/cd6hd13Y21
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-23 Apr
As we continue the #MonthoftheMilitaryChild, check out how @341MissileWing youth build resiliency through gymnastic… https://t.co/kphokVfZTq
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-23 Apr
Things are heating up at #MountainHomeAFB! Watch as #Airmen @366FW fire department conduct #LiveFireTraining to ens… https://t.co/WRqHdMKdQs
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U.S. Air Force
@usairforce-22 Apr
RT @AusAirForce: Friends in high places... literally! Glad to continue the strong cooperation & mateship with @usairforce 🇦🇺🇺🇸 #AusAirForce…