AFA Air Space & Cyber Conference Coverage

The United States Air Force Honor Guard parades the country flags representing the international air chiefs in attendance at the Air Force 75th Anniversary Tattoo at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022. The parading of the flags symbolizes the unity and collective power the U.S. has built with its international partners and allies. This display was a part of the celebration of the Air Force’s 75th year. (Staff Sgt. Nilsa Garcia/Air Force)

Air Force’s new ‘Purple Book’ challenges airmen to think bigger

Air Force leaders have sought a larger role in the joint force for several years.

Fighter fleet is strained — and bill is coming due, ACC chief says

Air Combat Command head Gen. Mark Kelly said the 2018 Air Force We Need study, which called for 62 fighter squadrons, was on the money.

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass delivers remarks during the Air Force 75th Anniversary Tattoo Sept. 15, 2022, at Audi Field, Washington, D.C. (Staff Sgt. Nilsa Garcia/Air Force)

Air Force’s new job assignment policies aim for flexibility, stability

Space Force officials are also trying to bake personalization and flexibility into the assignment process.

An MC-130J Commando II sits on the flightline, June 24, 2022, at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The MC-130J is replacing the aging special operations fleet of 57 MC-130E, MC-130H and MC-130P aircraft. The Air Force edited portions of this image for security reasons. (Staff Sgt. Jake Jacobsen/Air Force)

Air Force plans more tests of amphibious, armed MC-130J airlifter

“It does have strategic implications, but I think that’s all to the positive,” Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Jim Slife said.

Will roadblocks end soon for military household goods contract?

A court decision is expected soon on the new military household goods contract.

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Air Force’s new job assignment policies aim for flexibility, stability

Space Force officials are also trying to bake personalization and flexibility into the assignment process.

By Rachel S. Cohen

Air Force plans more tests of amphibious, armed MC-130J airlifter

“It does have strategic implications, but I think that’s all to the positive,” Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Jim Slife said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

Will roadblocks end soon for military household goods contract?

A court decision is expected soon on the new military household goods contract.

By Karen Jowers

Special ops boss hopes replacing CV-22 clutches will keep airmen safe

A spike in engine torque can destabilize the Osprey after just one-millionth of a second.

By Rachel S. Cohen

Is Space Force moving fast enough for its Rapid Capabilities Office?

The Space RCO is on track to deliver 10-12 new systems over next three years.

By Courtney Albon

Air Force assembling electronic warfare ‘sprint’ to fix deficiencies

The effort could eventually produce a so-called operational imperative — an Air Force priority marked by intense focus and investment.

By Colin Demarest

Eight F-35 jets await delivery during halt over Chinese alloy

Lockheed Martin is going back over its supply chain processes to figure out where its verification processes broke down.

By Stephen Losey

From Kabul to Kyiv, air mobility boss reflects on a year unlike most

"If this becomes the new normal, how do we keep everything going?" Air Mobility Command boss Gen. Mike Minihan said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

Space Force’s Gagnon says analysis trumps data collection for intel

"Today, the core value proposition is no longer collection," said Brig. Gen. Greg Gagnon. "What we need is sense making, or fusion, or analysis."

By Colin Demarest

A first look at the B-21 Raider bomber is coming soon

Air Force acquisition chief Andrew Hunter's announcement starts to firm up plans for the B-21's debut.

By Stephen Losey

Space Force debuts its official service song ‘Semper Supra’

The song is meant to reflect tones reminiscent of the other services’ traditional scores.

By Jon Simkins

New DoD-funded spouse fellowship program coming in 2023

Paid fellowships will help more spouses land long-term employment.

By Karen Jowers

Air Force reverses plan to cut special duty pay for enlisted airmen

Hundreds of enlisted airmen in nearly 30 fields stood to lose $75 to $450 a month in bonus pay.

By Rachel S. Cohen

Air Force says KC-46 can refuel planes around the world — except one

“I have 100% confidence in [the Pegasus’] ability,” AMC head Gen. Mike Minihan said.

By Stephen Losey

Air Force leaders have sought a larger role in the joint force for several years.

Air Combat Command head Gen. Mark Kelly said the 2018 Air Force We Need study, which called for 62 fighter squadrons, was on the money.

Space Force officials are also trying to bake personalization and flexibility into the assignment process.

“It does have strategic implications, but I think that’s all to the positive,” Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Jim Slife said.

A court decision is expected soon on the new military household goods contract.

From jet simulators to robots, check out the coolest gear at the 2023 Air, Space & Cyber Conference near Washington, DC.

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Space Force officials are also trying to bake personalization and flexibility into the assignment process.

“It does have strategic implications, but I think that’s all to the positive,” Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Jim Slife said.

A court decision is expected soon on the new military household goods contract.

A spike in engine torque can destabilize the Osprey after just one-millionth of a second.

The Space RCO is on track to deliver 10-12 new systems over next three years.

The effort could eventually produce a so-called operational imperative — an Air Force priority marked by intense focus and investment.

Lockheed Martin is going back over its supply chain processes to figure out where its verification processes broke down.

"If this becomes the new normal, how do we keep everything going?" Air Mobility Command boss Gen. Mike Minihan said.

"Today, the core value proposition is no longer collection," said Brig. Gen. Greg Gagnon. "What we need is sense making, or fusion, or analysis."

Air Force acquisition chief Andrew Hunter's announcement starts to firm up plans for the B-21's debut.

The song is meant to reflect tones reminiscent of the other services’ traditional scores.

Paid fellowships will help more spouses land long-term employment.

Hundreds of enlisted airmen in nearly 30 fields stood to lose $75 to $450 a month in bonus pay.

“I have 100% confidence in [the Pegasus’] ability,” AMC head Gen. Mike Minihan said.

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