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The first-ever contested communication joint exercise in Pacific Air Forces Command, Exercise FIGSA RAIN 2025, was held on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam Dec. 8 - 11.FISGA RAIN was designed to evaluate and improve the ability of participating units to establish and maintain communication networks in
Airmen assigned to the 554th RED HORSE celebrated their unit’s 60th anniversary by hosting Touch-A-Truck, an event focused on connecting with the children on base on Andersen Air Force, Guam, Nov. 3, 2025.
The 554th Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers hosted approximately 120 partner nation service members during the Pacific Engineer Readiness Challenge (PERC), Sept. 22-26.The challenge was designed to train allies and partners from Australia, Brunei, Canada, France,
Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Jan. 24 to kick off his tour of the Pacific Air Force’s area of responsibility and meet with Airmen and Guardians throughout the region.
Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into an aircraft mishap in Japan, April 22, 2025, where a spectator subsequently died from related injuries.
U.S. military forces delivered critical disaster relief to Sri Lanka following the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which made landfall on November 28.
Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into an aircraft mishap where a U.S. Air Force Airman died in Alaska, March 15, 2024.
Operation Christmas Drop 2025 came to an end at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 14, 2025.This year marks the 74th iteration, bringing together service members from the U.S., Canada, Japan, and Republic of Korea for the Department of War’s longest-running humanitarian airlift mission.Around 270
Stakeholders and technical experts from Pacific Air Forces and the Department of the Air Force attended a Warfighting Communications Technical Exchange Meeting (TEM) to strengthen communications capabilities across the Indo-Pacific at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, on Dec. 3-5, 2025.
The Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy, originating in 2021 from a charter for joint enlisted development, offers courses on multinational collaboration and interoperability for partners and allies across the Indo-Pacific region. Royal Australian Air Force Warrant Officer Anita Godfrey, IPAFA’s first
A key engagement was held between delegates from the U.S. Air Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), that focused on strengthening strategic partnerships and advancing enlisted service member development in Singapore, Sept. 18, 2025.
Maj. Gen. Christopher Sheppard, Pacific Air Forces strategy, plans, programs, and requirements director, represented the U.S. Air Force with remarks honoring the heroic deeds and sacrifices of service members and civilians at the commemorative ceremony ahead of the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in
Fifteen students from Class 26-1 of the Inter-Pacific Senior Enlisted Leader Seminar were honored during the Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy (IPAFA) graduation on Dec. 5, 2025, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Students from across the Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines,
At the request of the government of Sri Lanka, the U.S. military is working alongside the Sri Lankan Disaster Management Centre and Sri Lankan Armed Forces to provide foreign disaster relief to communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah, which caused severe flooding, widespread displacement and tragic
Leadership from the U.S. Air Force, partnering nations and community members gathered for a traditional “push ceremony” that marks the official beginning of Operation Christmas Drop 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 8, 2025.
U.S. Air Force personnel assigned to the 374th Air Expeditionary Wing conducted practice drops Dec. 4-5, prior to the delivery of cargo bundles for Operation Christmas Drop 2025.
The U.S. Air Force’s 8th Fighter Wing and Republic of Korea air force’s 38th Fighter Group came together during exercise Beverley Sentinel 26-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 2-4.
A newly constructed Airfield Damage Recovery warehouse at Osan Air Base is ready for use after its ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 3, 2025. The project was a joint effort by USACE-FED, the ROK Military National Defense - Defense Installations Agency, and the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron.
U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 11th Airborne Division board a C-17 Globemaster III during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) 25-01 at Hilo International Airport, Hilo, Hawaii, Nov. 8, 2025. Exercise JPMRC 26-01 is a large-scale joint and multinational exercise designed to train
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii– The U.S. Air Force, Allies and partner nations are making final preparations for Operation Christmas Drop 2025. This annual humanitarian activity brings essential supplies to remote communities in the Pacific starting Dec. 5 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.
The 354th Fighter Wing conducted Arctic Gold 26-1, a readiness exercise, on Eielson AFB, Nov. 17-19.
The 554th Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers hosted approximately 120 partner nation service members during the Pacific Engineer Readiness Challenge (PERC), Sept. 22-26.
F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 336th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron have rotated out of Kadena Air Base, Japan, concluding a six-month deployment that included a groundbreaking three-month forward operation to U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia.
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing rapidly mobilized to support a foreign disaster relief operation at Clark Air Base, Philippines, Nov. 10-11, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines
The commander of Pacific Air Forces highlighted the importance of command and control during a panel discussion at Air and Space Forces Association’s annual Air, Space and Cyber Conference, Sept. 24, 2025.
Command Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, participated in the ‘Defining Community: Building Connections That Matter’ panel at the Air and Space Force Association’s Warfare Symposium on Sept. 23, 2025.
The Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy (IPAFA) completed their first rank-specific seminars at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 2025. The academy develops enlisted leaders from allied and partner air forces to improve interoperability and communication. The program focuses on
U.S. Air Force, Bangladesh Air Force and Sri Lanka Air Force launched Pacific Angel 25-3 at BAF Zahurul Haque, Chittagong, beginning a four-day field training exercise designed to strengthen disaster response, humanitarian assistance and regional partnerships Sept. 15, 2025.
The Department of the Air Force, in collaboration with the Defense Logistics Agency-Energy, is propelling forward its groundbreaking microreactor pilot at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. This initiative aligns with the Department’s strategic push to enhance energy security, resilience, and mission
Bamboo Eagle 25-3 united U.S. and allied forces across multiple continents to practice tactical and operational command and control in a contested environment. Led by the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, the exercise tested joint and coalition responses to complex short-notice threats, sharpening
Pacific Angel 25-1 is Pacific Air Forces’ annual medical aid and crisis response mission to promote the interoperability of regional military, interagency and civilian emergency response, and disaster management experts at Katunayake Air Base, Sri Lanka, Sept 8-12, 2025.
Pacific Air Forces held the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II commemoration at PACAF headquarters, Sept. 2, 2025.
An Air Force Reserve delegation, led by Lt. Gen. John Healy, Chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, met with senior leaders of the Republic of Palau to strengthen security partnerships and explore future training opportunities in the Indo-Pacific.
Northern Edge 2025, a multi-domain, joint field-training exercise, concluded this week after showcasing the U.S. military’s expanded capabilities in the Arctic and north-western Pacific theater.Led by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and held throughout Alaska—including the Joint Pacific Alaska Range
The Wolf Pack has concluded Exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25, a combined, joint, all-domain training exercise Aug. 18 – 28, 2025.
The 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron reached its 1,000th day of performing their primary mission to provide aerospace control for homeland defense missions in the Alaskan Theater of Operations (AKTO), Aug. 26, 2025.
A U.S. Air Force Reserve delegation, led by Lt. Gen. John Healy, chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, visited Manila to meet with Philippine Air Force leaders and discuss the Reserve Allies and Partners Program.
Pacific Air Forces has released the Accident Investigation Board report for the F-35A Lightning II mishap that occurred on January 28, 2025, at Eielson Air Force Base. The incident involved an F-35A from the 355th Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Wing.
U.S. Air Force F-35As assigned to the 421st Fighter Squadron fly alongside a 35th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon during a dogfighting training scenario during exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 20, 2025. UFS25 challenges participants with realistic
Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigations into an F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft mishap at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on Jan. 31, 2024.
Senior leaders from U.S. Army Pacific and Pacific Air Forces hosted the next iteration of the Cross-Component Integration Forum to discuss strategies and best practices for fostering greater interoperability and integration among the U.S. Army and Air Force units in the Indo-Pacific. The forum
Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, commander of U.S. Pacific Air Forces, met with Air Chief Marshal Panthpakdee Pattanakul, commander of the Royal Thai Air Force, Aug. 18, 2025.
Bamboo Eagle 25-3 pushed the boundaries of 21st-century mission command, leveraging the Distributed Mission Operations Center, or DMOC, to forge agile, resilient leaders. In a synthetic battlespace, the joint force rehearsed decentralized execution and empowered decision-making to achieve decision
More than 6,400 service members, 100 aircraft and seven U.S. and Canadian vessels are participating in Northern Edge 2025, a joint field-training exercise taking place at various locations in and around Alaska.
Thousands of U.S. service members with accompanying ships and aircraft are scheduled to participate in Northern Edge 2025 (NE25), a joint field training exercise at various locations in and around Alaska, beginning Aug. 17, 2025.
The Wolf Pack executed the latest iteration of its readiness exercises, Beverly Sentinel 25-3, at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 5-7.
After 30 days of honing contingency-response capabilities across the Indo-Pacific, Resolute Force Pacific 2025 concluded Aug. 8, 2025.As part of the Department of the Air Force’s larger Department-Level Exercise series, REFORPAC demonstrated the U.S. Air Force’s ability to rapidly mobilize and surge
Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink receives a tour of the Joint Mobility Complex on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 31, 2025. During the visit, Meink received a strategic overview of JBER’s mission and its role in advancing U.S. interests in the region as part of his first
The small unmanned aerial systems team assigned to the 8th Security Forces Squadron sharpened their skills and fully integrated with fireteams during exercise Beverly Sentinel 25-3.
The 8th Civil Engineer Squadron Red Devils attend a safety brief prior to practicing Rapid Airfield Damage Repair (RA/DR) during exercise Beverly Sentinel 25-3 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 6, 2025. Beverley Sentinel is a combat readiness exercise that tests the Wolf Pack’s ability to
Surrounded by the roar of jet engines and the steady flow of arriving and departing aircraft, one team stood calm, calculated, and precise like a chess player: the 3rd Operations Support Squadron airfield operations team. Their mission-critical coordination ensured the airfield remained a safe and
The U.S. Air Force kicked off Bamboo Eagle 25-3— Air Combat Command’s premier advanced training exercise designed to enhance multi-domain combat readiness and agility in a contested environment.
Personnel from each U.S. military branch concluded the two-week, joint force training exercise, Red Flag-Alaska 25-3, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 1, 2025.
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 353rd Special Operations Wing shifted from training operations in northern Japan to deployment for crisis response operations in the Philippines.
This year’s event featured the first trilateral senior-level participation from the United States, Republic of Korea and Japan.
Hickam’s leadership showcased these capabilities and priorities to Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink during a base visit on July 25, 2025.
Intent of the exercise was to enhance interoperability between Allied and partnered multi-national air forces while working in Agile Combat Employment conditions, relying on the launching, recovering, and maintaining aircraft from dispersed locations throughout the Indo-Pacific.
The exercise fostered a bilateral learning environment to enhance interoperability and strengthen the Aeromedical Evacuation Operations Team’s command and control functions. During this mission, JASDF medics conducted in-flight patient care aboard a U.S. C-130J Super Hercules.
Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink departed July 24 on his first international trip as SecAF, traveling throughout the U.S. Asia-Pacific area of responsibility to reinforce international partnerships and meet with Airmen and Guardians supporting the 2025 Department-Level Exercise.
When large-scale operations, such as Exercise Resolute Force Pacific, Talisman Sabre, or Bamboo Eagle require rapid deployment, the PDF line kicks into gear.
The 36th Operations Support Squadron provides daily forecasts during real-world operations and exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025
PACAF participated in Cope Thunder 25-2, a unique platform that integrates U.S. and Philippine Air Forces and enhances interoperability through bilateral fighter training, subject matter expert exchanges and key leadership engagements.
Two U.S. Air Force pilots successfully flew Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft during an international interfly training mission during exercise Talisman Sabre 25, in Northern Territory, Australia, July 16.
The Pacific Air Forces' International Affairs Division organized an International Observer Program (IOP) event during the exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025, a four-day tour to provide insight into the exercise, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, July 14-17, 2025.
Two F-15EX Eagle IIs aircraft deployed to Kadena Air Base, setting the stage for the permanent arrival of 36 more aircraft in spring 2026 – part of a long-term transformation to maintain U.S. air dominance in a dynamic theater.
Multiple U.S. Air Force and RAAF C-17s executed a joint force-entry operation into Australia, deploying U.S. Army and international paratroopers in support of Talisman Sabre 25.
In this week's look around the Air Force, PACAF conducts its largest contingency-response exercise with REFORPAC, Guardians prepare to demonstrate Space Force capabilities with Resolute Space 2025 and the Air Force advances human machine teaming by flying ACPs alongside crewed fighter aircraft.
Resolute Force Pacific highlights how exercises strengthen combined capability and coordination for real-world contingencies across the Indo-Pacific region.
Over the last week, U.S. Pacific Air Forces accomplished a rapid, mass deployment and reception of personnel, equipment, and aircraft to multiple locations in the Indo-Pacific theater of operations for Exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025.
Red Flag-Alaska 25-3, a Pacific Air Forces sponsored exercise, is scheduled for July 17-August 1, 2025, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex.
Talon Shield centers on strengthening joint operational readiness and highlights the U.S. Air Force's AFFORGEN model — a deliberate force presentation strategy designed to ensure mission-ready Airmen are trained, equipped and deployable on demand.
Talisman Sabre 25 is a bilateral exercise with multi-national participation hosted by Australia, in partnership with the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. The Talisman Sabre series is the principal Australian-U.S. military training activity focused on mid-intensity, high-end war fighting to ensure our
During the exercise the 354th AEW will rapidly deploy and regionally maneuver fifth-generation capabilities like the F-35A Lightning II while executing Agile Combat Employment techniques.
Spanning more than 3,000 miles, this exercise will provide the opportunity for Airmen in multiple nations to work alongside allies and partners. Together, they will employ new concepts of operations in a realistic environment, delivering invaluable training for the joint force and showcasing rapid
An Air National Guard fiber cable installation team is implementing the 'Fiber Deep' project on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. This project aims to save up to $60 million by reducing upkeep and repair costs while also upgrading the base against cyber threats.The ANG boasts 15 specialized
Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025.
The Arkansas ANG’s 188th Wing is playing a pivotal role in REFORPAC 25, PACAF’s most comprehensive contingency response exercise.
A Bomber Task Force deployment of multiple U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen, and support equipment from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 8, 2025.
U.S. Pacific Air Forces, multinational and sister-service partners will conduct exercise Resolute Force Pacific across several locations throughout the Pacific as part of the DLE series.
U.S. Pacific Air Forces, multinational and sister-service partners will conduct exercise Resolute Force Pacific July 10 - August 8, 2025, across several locations throughout the Pacific, including Guam and Japan.
The Department of the Air Force launched its Pacific-focused first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise series today in multiple locations across the United States and Indo-Pacific areas of responsibility.
Cope Thunder - Philippines 25-2, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin July 7th, with primary flight operations over Basa Air Base, Philippines, and is scheduled to run through July 18.
The Pacific Integrated Air Missile Defense (IAMD) Center hosted its first multilateral Short Range Air Defense (SHORAD) Symposium at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, between June 23-26, 2025.
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, hosted a quarterly Pacific Air Chiefs Virtual Conference (PAC VTC) with Air Chiefs and Chiefs’ representatives from 17 Allies and partners participating in the call at PACAF Headquarters, Hawaii, June 25, 2025.
Senior leaders from the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Space Force joined more than a 100 local leaders and veterans in commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Korean War, of which more than 5,000 Hawaiians served during the conflict, at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific,
The 356th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Group was officially redesignated as the 356th Expeditionary Theater Support Group during a change of command ceremony at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 18, 2025.
Fighter aircraft from Japan, the Republic of Korea and the U.S. conducted trilateral flight training June 18, in the Indo-Pacific.
Red Flag-Alaska 25-2, a Pacific Air Forces sponsored exercise, is scheduled for June 12-27, 2025, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat environment. Approximately 1500 service
As the pace and scale of joint operations continue to intensify in the Indo-Pacific region, the U.S. Air Force and its partners are drawing strategic insights from Bamboo Eagle 25-1, a large-scale exercise designed to refine the command-and-control capabilities needed for the future fight. Held this
A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress and Airmen from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., completed a two-week Bomber Task Force mission to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, as part of a strategic mission to support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s objective of maintaining a free and open
“I arrived with an open mind … little did I know that the bonds formed here will extend well beyond the classroom.” These were the words of Singapore Air Force Military Expert 2 S. Samraj, 138th Squadron imagery analyst, upon graduation from the Inter-Pacific Junior Enlisted Leader Forum (IPJELF)
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, visited Misawa and Kadena Air Bases May 19-21, engaging directly with Airmen and reaffirming PACAF’s commitment to forward presence, combat readiness and strategic deterrence in the Indo-Pacific.
A Bomber Task Force deployment of multiple U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen, and support equipment from the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 19, 2025.
The 317th Airlift Wing empowered the 40th iteration of Exercise Balikatan, the largest annual military exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military, with tactical airlift across the Philippines, April 17 to May 7, 2025.
The visit highlighted the 35th Fighter Wing's contributions to PACAF's mission through modernization, precision and empowered Airmen.
The 51st Fighter Wing Osan chaplain Corps conducted their second annual Norwegian Foot March at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 17, 2025. More than 930 participants form four nations gathered to honor the sacrifice of the four chaplains that helped panicked soldiers to safety after a U.S. Army
U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing and Yokota Air Base commander, hosted members of the Government of Japan, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and local municipalities to extract samples of treated water on May 14, 2025.
The 51st Fighter Wing hosted Osan Air Power Days 2025 at Osan AB, Republic of Korea, May 10-11, welcoming more than 48,575 attendees throughout the weekend. The event aimed to strengthen ties with the local community, celebrate allied partnerships, and highlight the capabilities that support
EPIC CRAB 25 Exercise was held from April 30 - May 1 with USAF, USMC, USN and allied partners focusing on identifying, locating, and disposing of hazardous material as well as recovery operations.
The Republic of Korea Navy Task Fleet and the Pacific Integrated Air and Missile Defense Center hosted the first-ever Korean Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Tabletop event, named “KITE 2025”, at the Combat Systems Training Center, Apr. 28 to May 2, 2025.
Airmen from the Royal Thai Air Force, Pacific Air Forces, the Washington Air National Guard, and members of the Joint United States Military Advisory Group in Thailand gathered in Pattaya, Thailand, for the 12th annual Airman-to-Airman Talks May 13-15.
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, participated in a multi-national Air Chiefs panel on strategy and policy at the 2025 Aerospace Power Conference in Rome, Italy, May 8, 2025.
U.S. Air Force commanders and command chiefs from around the theater gathered for the bi-annual U.S. Pacific Air Forces Commanders Conference, which focused on advancing warfighting concepts, held here, Apr. 28 through May 2, 2025.
Throughout Bomber Task Force 25-2, Airmen from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron have diligently worked to maintain the health of the B-1B Lancer fleet, keeping the team and aircraft mission-ready and allowing the 9th EBS to excel.
The 18th Wing conducted a four-day routine readiness exercise to equip Airmen at Kadena Air Base, Japan, with cutting-edge capabilities and new operational concepts, May 5-8, 2025.
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, has signed the 2025 Data Strategy, a plan that focuses on five core goals aiming to deliver the whole of PACAF to even greater heights of operational capability and resiliency, and went into effect on Jan. 17, 2025.
“My job is people -- everyone is my business. I dedicate my time and energy to their needs; their health, morale, discipline and welfare. I grow in strength by strengthening my people. My job is done in faith; my people-built faith. The Air Force is my life; I share it with my people. I believe in
The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s rock music group “Small Kine” strengthened ties with Philippine partners during a week-long community outreach tour held in-conjunction with the U.S-Philippine Cope Thunder exercise, Apr. 5–10, 2025.
U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, honored PACAF's Outstanding Airmen of the Year at the Tradewinds Enlisted Club, Apr. 28, 2025.
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Jason Armagost, center, commander Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center, views the flightline during an immersion tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 1, 2025. Leaders engaged directly with Airmen to better understand Bomber Task Force operations and
BTF missions demonstrate achieved interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, showcasing the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to deter, deny and dominate adversary or competitor influence and aggression.
Pacific Air Forces leadership paid their respects to the service of fellow allies at the annual Australian and New Zealand Army Corps Day Civic Service at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii, on April 25, 2025.
Brig. Gen. Alan Matney, Reserve assistant to the U.S. Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, joined Pulaali’i Pula, Governor of American Samoa, Dr. Josh Green, Governor of Hawaii, and other dignitaries in commemorating the 125th American Samoa Flag Day celebration in Pago Pago, American Samoa, April
From bright and early in the morning to late in the night, the B-1B Lancer and its aircrew soar in the sky, working with allies to deter aggression. Aircrew operates anytime, anywhere to defend U.S. interests and support U.S. allies. Who verifies that aircrew's equipment is operable and up to par
Seventh Air Force is set to extend its “Super Squadron” test for a second phase in October 2025 after recently receiving approval by the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. The extension will establish a second super squadron here, with 31 assigned F-16 Fighting Falcons. The aircraft and approximately
U.S. Airmen conduct aerial refueling operations off the east coast of the Republic of Korea, April 23, 2025. FF25-1 involved U.S. and ROK units from across the Pacific theater. Operating across such a vast area was made feasible and more effective by aerial refueling. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff
State of Hawaiʻi representatives and DoD personnel look out the back of a C-17 Globemaster III, from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, during a mission off the coast of the state of Hawaiʻi, April 17, 2025. The flight showcased the importance of the Air Force and Space Force mission in Hawaiʻi and its
A B-1B Lancer assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, lands at Misawa Air Base, Japan, during Bomber Task Force 25-2, April 18, 2025. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and operate with allies and partners in joint and coalition exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma
A Bomber Task Force deployment of U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft, Airmen and support equipment from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 15, 2025, to support Pacific Air Forces’ training efforts with Allies, partners, and
Two U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancers and two F-16 Fighting Falcons joined two Republic of Korea Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs and KF-16s for combined training in airspace over western ROK, followed by a low pass over the Osan Air Base flightline, April 15.
The Meteorological and Oceanographic Convergence Conference gathered to underscore the importance of weather, geographic, and oceanic intelligence efforts on military operations in the Indo-Pacific at Joint Base Pearl-Harbor Hickam, Hawaii, Apr. 7-11, 2025.
Cope Thunder - Philippines 25-1, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin April 7 with primary flight operations over Luzon, Philippines, and is scheduled to run through April 18.
The Pacific Integrated Air and Missile Defense Center (PIC) hosted and facilitated the 2025 SYNERGY ARC Concept Development Conference at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, Apr. 1-3, 2025.
Airmen from the United States, Thailand, and Singapore, concluded Cope Tiger 25 with a ceremony signifying the end of the 31st iteration of the long-standing trilateral exercise Mar. 28, 2025.
The U.S. Air Force 77th Fighter Squadron ‘Gamblers’ have flown countless missions supporting numerous conflicts and exercises around the world for 107 years, making them one of the most storied flying units still operating. Today, they’re bringing that knowledge and lethality to the Pacific theater
The United States Air Force participated in the 2025 Avalon Australian International Airshow during the last week of March, reinforcing the longstanding alliance between the two nations and offering members of the public the opportunity to enjoy aerial displays and engage with service members during
U.S. and Australian forces demonstrated their combined focus on cooperation, warfighting effectiveness and lethality in the Indo-Pacific space domain during the Avalon International Airshow and Trade Days, March 25 - 30, 2025.
Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, reinforced U.S. and New Zealand defense ties during a visit to Christchurch, New Zealand, in support of Operation Deep Freeze, Mar. 10, 2025
Command Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, recently met with key senior enlisted leaders in the Philippines to advance enlisted force development and reinforce the growing military partnership between the United States and the Philippines.
U.S. Pacific Air Forces A4S Security Forces Division of Pacific Air Forces Directorate of Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection conducted Pacific Defender 25-2, an exercise intended to build partnerships throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
Standing before a global gathering of airpower leaders at the 2025 Avalon International Airshow Symposium, Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces Deputy Commander, reflected on this significant opportunity for air chiefs and senior leaders from over 30 nations to come together, strengthen the
Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW), alongside joint partners, executed Beverly Sunrise 25-03, a full-spectrum readiness exercise designed to strengthen operational capabilities, enhance Mission Ready Airmen (MRA) proficiency, and reinforce the wing’s ability to project combat airpower in
Cope Tiger 25 officially launched the first aircraft from the U.S. Air Force, Royal Thai Air Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force, marking the start of flying operations for the exercise, Mar. 17, 2025.
Flying a C-130J Super Hercules through freezing black, early-morning skies, the 40th Airlift Squadron airdrops U.S. Army 11th Airborne Division paratroopers in desolate, snow-ridden landscapes near Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 22, 2025. This partnership during the Joint Pacific
The U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force aircraft conducted a bilateral training flight over the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea on Mar. 6, 2025.
One maintainer's leadership during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 25-02, an annual Arctic deployment training exercise, proved that credible training allows NCOs to lead at higher levels of responsibility. This training fosters an ability to troubleshoot unexpected aircraft
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, reinforced PACAF’s focus on warfighting effectiveness, lethality, and readiness during the Air & Space Force Association’s Warfare Symposium, March 4, 2025.
Gen. Kevin Schneider, commander of Pacific Air Forces and Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool Pacific Air Forces command chief, recently visited Antarctica and Christchurch, New Zealand recently, where they toured U.S. Air Force units with Joint Task Force-Support Forces Antarctica (JTF-SFA).
A civilian contractor was rescued from a myocardial infarction (a type of heart attack) while participating in United States military supported Operation Deep Freeze at McMurdo Station (MCM), Antarctica, Feb. 13, 2025.
Team Misawa supported members of the 34th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron as they performed hot pit refueling maneuvers during a Bomber Task Force 25-1 mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 20-27, 2025.
Pacific Paladin, a professional development course for senior noncommissioned officers in the Pacific, incorporated its first-ever Agile Combat Employment field training exercise during its latest quarterly iteration, Feb. 24-28, 2025.
Every year, three nations gather for exercise Cope North as trilateral allies, sharpening their warrior ethos, developing their interoperable warfighting capabilities, and strengthening their longstanding partnership.
Exercise Cope North 25 concluded for the year at Andersen Air Force Base, Feb. 21, 2025. Cope North is an annual trilateral exercise conducted by U.S. Air Forces, the Japan Self-Defense Force, and the Royal Australian Air Force.
Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers participated in planned bilateral training with Republic of Korea Air Force, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps fighter aircraft in training airspace above South Korea, Feb. 20.
Distinguished visitors from Cope North 2025 are shown around a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron to help learn about the Bomber Task Force 25-1 mission as part of an immersion day tour at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 2025
Cope North 25 continues its trilateral aerial exercise at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025.
The Washington Air National Guard hosted Pacific Air Forces and Royal Malaysian Air Force senior leaders for the seventh annual Airman-to-Airman Talks at Camp Murray, Washington, February 11-13.The talks are an Air Force specific part of the bilateral defense talks that take place annually between
Airmen of the 434th Air Refueling Wing deployed to participate in Cope North 2025, a joint field-training exercise focused on strengthening the capabilities of partner nations through integrated operations and training to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Airmen and a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D, returned to Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, to support Aero India 2025, a five-day air and trade show.
Trilateral partners from the Japan Air Self Defense Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and U.S. Air Force fly together in exercise Cope North 2025, conducting air re-fueling integration training with F-35A Lightning II’s and KC-135 Stratotankers, Feb. 10, 2025.
Aero India 2025, India’s largest airshow and aviation exhibition has officially begun and will last until 14 February at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru, India.
Trilateral allies and partners from Australia, Japan and the U.S. conduct collaborative interoperability training for the success of air and space operations in the Indo-Pacific, Feb. 7, 2025.
The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s recent community outreach tour to Maui was about more than just sharing music with residents; it was an integral part of the Pacific Air Forces’ mission to strengthen community bonds across the Indo-Pacific region.
The 317th Airlift Wing participated in the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 25-02 annual Arctic deployment training exercise at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 16-25th, 2025.
Pacific Air Forces officially stood up its Cyber Operations and Warfighting Communications Directorate, known as “A6”, on Jan. 31, 2025. The new directorate consolidates and synchronizes PACAF’s approach to cyber operations, communications, and data strategies, while serving as an advisor to the
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, visited the Manila American Cemetery in the Philippines on Jan. 28, 2025.
The U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron has deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of Bomber Task Force 25-1 Jan. 27, 2025.
Air forces from around the world are arriving in Guam to participate in Cope North 2025, scheduled for Feb. 3-21, 2025.
Beverly Herd 25-2, the 51st Fighter Wing’s regularly occurring large force exercise, begins Jan. 26 and is scheduled to run through Jan. 31.The wing will incorporate agile combat employment operations, conducting flight operations at Kunsan Air Base and utilizing the base as a forward deployed
Beverly Pack 25-1 kicks off at Kunsan AB.
F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 35th Fighter and 80th Fighter Squadrons, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, arrived at Gwangju Air Base to support Agile Combat Employment operations for exercise Beverly Pack 25-1, Jan. 13.
Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, relieved Col. Julie Sposito Salceies, 613th Air Operations Center commander, due to loss of confidence in her ability to command the organization.
Airmen from the 8th Fighter Wing made history during Exercise Beverly Pack 25-1 by executing their first Agile Combat Employment (ACE) movement, deploying to a simulated forward location at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 12-16.
A Bomber Task Force deployment of multiple U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft, Airmen, and support equipment from the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Jan. 15, 2025.
As of 2024, 8th Air Force’s B-1 Lancers, B-2 Spirits and B-52 Stratofortresses have integrated with 23 percent of the world’s military as part of Bomber Task Force (BTF) missions and operations.
Fighter aircraft from Japan & the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, Jan. 15, 2025.
HANOI, Vietnam --The U.S. Department of Defense participated in the Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 at Gia Lam Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam Dec.19-22, 2024.
Much has already been written about Operation BOLO, one notable example being Historian Howard Halvorsen’s 2011 article. However, not much if at all has been provided from the perspective of Gen William W. Momyer, who was the Seventh Air Force commander in Vietnam at the time the mission was
Operation Christmas Drop 2024 concluded Dec. 14, marking 73 years of delivering aid to some of the most isolated communities in the world.
The Pacific Air Forces command chief augmentee journeyed across Australia to recognize the contributions, address challenges, and reinforce PACAF’s commitment to quality of life and readiness for all Air Force members stationed there Dec. 9-14, 2024.
This mission builds upon the foundation of previous Air Mobility Command endurance operations, demonstrating the value of C-130Hs in the USINDOPACOM theater and reinforcing the Cowboy Guard’s role as the sword and shield of Wyoming and the nation.While the mission showcased the Wyoming Air Guard’s
Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron fly to meet Republic of Korea Air Force aircraft and practice live munitions drops at Pilsung Range, ROK, Dec. 16, 2024. U.S. and ROK forces regularly train together to support peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula
More than 60 students from across the Korean peninsula walked across the base theater stage to receive graduation certificates during Kunsan’s first-ever Joint Force College Graduation ceremony, Dec.13, 2024. The ceremony, organized by the 8th Force Support Squadron, Kunsan Top 3 organization,
Five nations took to the skies together as U.S. Air Force, Japan Air Self Defense Force, Republic of Korea Air Force, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Royal Australian Air Force aircrews executed a multinational “interfly” mission to culminate Operation Christmas Drop 2024, at Andersen Air Force Base,
Whether they’re under the glow of floodlights cutting through the Pacific night, or bathing in the rays of the tropical Guam sun, maintainers from the U.S. Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force are working side by side as part of Operation Christmas Drop 2024 to ensure C-130Js delivering bundles
High above the Pacific, Santa’s grey sleighs roared to life Dec. 8 as C-130 Hercules aircrews from five allied nations began dropping humanitarian-like aid bundles as part of Operation Christmas Drop 2024. The annual mission, now in its 73rd year, brings together aircrews from the United States,
U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron landed at Clark Air Base, Philippines on Dec. 6, 2024.
Service members and volunteers from different corners of the Pacific theater gathered in Hangar 5 to pack boxes with supplies, including canned goods, clothing, school items, toys and more Dec. 7.
The Operation Christmas Drop 2024 logo is displayed on a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 4, 2024. Conducted annually from Andersen, OCD delivers supplies and gifts to more than 58 remote islands in the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of
Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command chief, discusses the Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy with Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Wiener, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) command chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Diego Yoshisaki, Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs senior
The U.S. Air Force and Philippine Air Force integrated USAF F-16 Fighting Falcons and PAF FA-50s to conduct training over the Philippine Sea, Nov. 26, 2024. The USAF is committed to conducting bilateral training with the PAF, demonstrating interoperability and enhancing security architecture within
In a historic visit, Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, traveled to Vietnam for delivery of five T6-C training aircraft to the Vietnamese Air Defence Air Force November 18-21, 2024.Schneider landed in the first T6-C aircraft before providing remarks at the formal acquisition
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, smiles after filling out a Combined Federal Campaign pledge form at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Nov. 18, 2024. Standing with her is Master Sgt. Christian Walls, CFC representative for PACAF headquarters. CFC is the
Enlisted leaders from air forces across the Indo-Pacific region gathered for the Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy training at the Binnicker Professional Military Education Center on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii from Nov. 11 - 22, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Carla Riner, Air National Guard advisor to the Pacific Air Forces Director of Air and Cyberspace Operations, led a Department of Defense delegation at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for an Aceh Tsunami Museum special exhibit honoring US disaster relief after the 2004
The U.S. Air Force, Allies and partner nations are making final preparations for Operation Christmas Drop 2024. This annual humanitarian activity brings essential supplies to remote communities in the Pacific starting Dec. 4 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.Operation Christmas Drop displays the
General Kevin Schneider, commander of Pacific Air Forces, attended a ceremony here Nov. 20, 2024, marking the historic delivery of the first five T-6C Texan II aircraft to the Vietnam Air Defence Air Force.
Republic of Korea Air Force Brig. Gen. Yeon Ju Ryou, ROKAF Chief of the Military Police Agency, visited the Pacific Air Forces to meet with leaders and Airmen from the Security Forces Division to strengthen collaboration with U.S. Air Force security forces, Nov. 13, 2024.
General Kevin Schneider, commander of Pacific Air Forces, is embarking on a visit to Vietnam this week, marking the first visit of a sitting PACAF commander since 2017.Schneider's visit follows the successful execution of August’s Pacific Partnership – Pacific Angel 2024 event, reinforcing the
Royal Australian Air Force Air Vice-Marshal Carl Newman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, met with Kuhio Lewis, the Chief Executive Officer from the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), for talks on developing relationships and fostering cultural understanding between the military and
The Pacific Integrated Air and Missile Defense Center hosted its second annual Multilateral Subject Matter Expert Exchange and Defense Design Workshop on 21 thru 26, October 2024, at Fort Bliss located in El Paso, Texas. This groundbreaking event, supported by the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense
The 25th Fighter Squadron at Osan Air Base will begin a phased withdrawal of its 24 A-10 aircraft starting January 2025.
Nestled within the natural “punch bowl” of an extinct volcanic crater and watched over by the figure of Lady Columbia, military veterans were honored and celebrated for their courage, dedication, and enduring legacy of service during a Veterans Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the
In an era defined by rapid technology advancements and with a worldwide platform saturated with Great Power Competition, the Distributed Mission Operations Center on Kirtland Air Force Base, hosted its Virtual Flag: Coalition exercise, Oct. 21 - Nov. 4.
Fighter aircraft from the U.S., Japan, and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of a U.S. bomber operating in the Indo-Pacific, Nov. 3, 2024.Two U.S. F-16 from the 36th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Wing flew with four Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2s from the 8th Air Wing
Freedom Flag 24-1is a combined ROK and U.S. air force large force exercise which trains mission commanders and aircrew to fly, fight and win in complex scenarios with robust surface-to-air and air-to-air threats.
The U.S. and Republic of Korea ai forces conducted large scale aerial maneuvers as part of Freedom Flag 24-1, Oct. 31, 2024. During the training, four U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcons flew in formation with four ROK F-16s, conducting a planned show-of-force mission.
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, delivered a keynote address at the TechNet Indo-Pacific 2024 Convention at the Hawai’i Convention Center, Oct. 23, 2024.
Airmen from Pacific Air Forces Headquarters recently developed a new capability to improve Agile Combat Employment operations across the Indo-Pacific Area of Responsibility.
Kunsan Air Base hosted its first “cross-servicing” demonstration to showcase interoperability between U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel on October 18, 2024.The purpose of cross-servicing training is to equip the U.S. and ROK Air Forces with the capability to receive each
A U.S. Pacific Air Forces delegation led by Col. Richard Ganske, PACAF A5S Campaign Plans Division chief, attended the Bali Air and Space Forum and the Bali Airshow in Indonesia, Sept. 16-18, 2024.
U.S. forces in the Indo-Pacific region are working to transition from numerous bilateral exercises with partners and allies in the region to more multilateral engagements, Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir said.
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
The DAF launched a Barracks Task Force to rapidly improve dormitory conditions, reinforcing its commitment to Airmen and Guardians’ quality of life and mission readiness.
In a powerful demonstration of leading from the front at every echelon, USAF generals have taken to the skies here to reaffirm that command at every level is backed by the same core competencies by every Airmen.
The 374th Airlift Wing integrated with the U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to execute a joint forcible entry operation during exercise North Wind 26, a joint arctic field training designed to strengthen winter operational capabilities.
The under secretary's visit was an in-depth immersion to how the Department of the Air Force enhances regional stability by working in concert across all warfighting domains.
The workshop united AFMS senior leaders on a shared vision of a more integrated and operationally focused medical force.
The exercise marked the first Japan Ground Self-Defense Force-hosted multinational airborne operation conducted on Japanese soil and brought together airborne forces from the United States and Japan to enhance interoperability and airborne insertion capabilities.
AEW 2.0 is an improved version of the legacy deployment construct and will be implemented in FY27.
The senior leader assessed the readiness, sustainment, and modernization efforts supporting the land-based leg of the nation’s Nuclear Triad.
ACC’s William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet, a competition that brings together the best fighter and operations teams from across the Total Force—Active Duty, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard—is scheduled to take place March 6–15, at the Air Dominance Center in Georgia.
Two Airmen from the World Class Athlete Program will represent Team USA and the Air Force at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games in February.
The formation, featuring two Air Force B-1 Lancers and two F-15C Eagles, alongside a pair of Navy F/A-18E Super Hornets and two F-35C Lightning IIs is a symbol of the nation’s journey and independence.
U.S. Air National Guard Col. Erika Boenisch assumed command of the 121st Air Refueling Wing Maintenance Group from Col. Lance Kollstedt during a change of command ceremony at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Columbus, Ohio, January 10, 2026.Col. Andrew Powers, 121 ARW commander, presided over
The tool utilizes over a decade of historical safety data, unit personnel data, predictive capabilities, and mitigation strategies developed by safety professionals to give commanders and decision makers a visual toolkit to minimize risk at the unit level.
NMM showcases mentoring as an enterprise-wide imperative, empowering all Airmen and Guardians through a series of panels, events and interactive discussions to help them reach their fullest potential.
U.S. Central Command and regional partners opened a new coordination cell at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar to enhance integrated air and missile defense.
Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron conducted their first operational Minuteman III ICBM convoy, marking an important milestone in the modernization of AFGSC’s nuclear security operations.
The Illinois National Guard and the Ministry of National Defense of the Portuguese Republic held a ceremony Jan. 12 to officially establish a new State Partnership Program agreement between the two armed forces.
Pennsylvania National Guard and Côte d’Ivoire military officials announced Jan. 13 that the Pennsylvania National Guard has been selected to partner with Côte d’Ivoire through the Department of War National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program.
The two-day event focused on collaborating on shared priorities including readiness, modernization, warrior culture and taking care of Airmen.
The change from launch and recovery to conventional MQ-9 operations expands the squadron’s role in combat operations, enabling pilots, sensor operators and intelligence professionals to conduct missions from start to finish.
AETC hosted an arrival ceremony Jan. 9, for the T-7A Red Hawk, the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation trainer aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the service’s effort to modernize pilot training.
The Air Force releases guidance on its dress and personal appearance policy Jan. 9 providing updated standards for Airmen.
The Department of the Air Force has selected Nellis Air Force Base as the preferred and final location for the 562nd Electronic Warfare Squadron.
Grand Forks AFB's 319th Reconnaissance Wing, with support from the 184th Wing, will lead ACC’s Point Defense Task Force – a larger C-sUAS effort in support of the DAF's initiative to develop and evaluate advanced technologies to defend installations from sUAS threats.
The Department of the Air Force is aggressively implementing a new Warfighting Acquisition System.
Changes from the September 2025 announcement include a shortened physical fitness diagnostic testing period to end in June and the option for either the 2-mile run or the 20-meter High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run every six months.
Air Force officials selected 640 Air Force senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,445 eligible for a selection rate of 26.18 percent in the 25E9 promotion cycle.
The 2025 series of the DASH-Machine Teaming marked a significant step forward in the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning by testing and refining AI’s potential to enhance battle management operations.
Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) closed out 2025 with a series of decisive victories, sustaining combat airpower against terrorist threats, expanding coalition integration across the USCENTCOM AOR, and advancing agile employment and base defense technologies to sharpen readiness and deterrence.
This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Airmen assigned to the 332nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron conducted a hot-pit refueling operation using an R-20 expeditionary refueling system to support a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.
The visit wrapped up a seven-base trip across the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM areas of responsibility, providing both leaders an opportunity to engage with Airmen at all levels who are standing watch 365 days a year.
The senior leaders recently concluded a multi-day visit to bases across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, engaging with service members assigned to Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central), Dec. 18-22.
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, accompanied by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, recently concluded a multi-day visit to bases across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, engaging with service members assigned to Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central), Dec.
The U.S. Air Force announces the designation of YFQ-48A as the Mission Design Series for Northrop Grumman’s Project Talon, a semi-autonomous prototype aircraft, underscoring the Air Force’s commitment to rapidly delivering next-generation capabilities.
The senior-leader visit kicked off a seven-base tour to meet with Airmen around the USEUCOM and USCENTCOM area of responsibility who stand watch 365 days a year.
U.S. and partner forces commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike against ISIS in Syria in response to the attack on U.S. and partner forces.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and other senior War Department officials honored the military's top recruiters during the inaugural Recruitment Excellence Forum at the Pentagon.
A team from Barksdale AFB pioneered and prototyped a B-52 avionics pylon loading adapter using existing weapons-loading equipment to win the 2025 Spark Tank competition.
Operation Christmas Drop 2025 marks the 74th iteration, bringing together service members from the U.S., Canada, Japan, and South Korea for the Department of War’s longest-running humanitarian airlift mission.
Pathfinder units are playing a crucial role in the Air Force’s modernization of command and control, with the 752nd Operations Support Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base guiding the effort for the Tactical Operations Center-Light.
The Shadow Operations Center-Nellis concluded its 2025 Experimentation Series with Capstone 2025, a pivotal event designed to enhance joint and coalition interoperability and accelerate progress in command-and-control modernization.
The Department of the Air Force updated its medical guidance for shaving profiles to align with the Secretary of War’s grooming standards.
Naval Air Systems Command released the findings of a comprehensive review Dec. 12 on the V-22 Osprey aircraft flown by the Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy.
A B-52 Stratofortress, equipped with a modernized radar system, completed a significant milestone as part of the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, ensuring the bomber remains a vital component of U.S. airpower.
JB Elmendorf-Richardson was selected to host air support ops. squadron.
Jackson Barracks has been selected as the preferred location for an Air National Guard cyber operations squadron
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released his first letter to Airmen.
Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe became the 21st Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force during an Assumption of Responsibility ceremony Dec. 8.
The U.S. Air Force’s first T-7A Red Hawk assigned to AETC arrived at the 12th Flying Training Wing, marking a major milestone in the modernization of pilot training.
Air University is improving the transcript request process following the integration of the Community College of the Air Force into the Air University Student Information System.
AMC welcomed the 99th and100th KC-46A Pegasus aircraft delivered to the U.S. Air Force, during an arrival ceremony at Travis AFB.
An F-16C Fighting Falcon from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds crashed during a training mission in California.
Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier visited Columbus Air Force Base to engage with Airmen, gain insight into modernization initiatives, and reinforce the importance of readiness across the force.
The Air Force announced updates, Dec. 2, to in-residence intermediate and senior developmental education for active-duty members.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach returned to the cockpit in America’s premier air supremacy platform, urging leaders to maintain the edge as the world’s greatest and most powerful Air Force.
The squadron flew 927.9 hours this year across the Atlantic, eastern Pacific and central Pacific basins, collecting critical data that improved forecasts, saved lives and once again, demonstrated the unit's no-fail mission.
In a memorandum to commanders, the SecAF and CSAF said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.”
U.S. refueling and fighter aircraft from USAFCENT participated alongside five nations in Ferocious Falcon 6, a biennial Qatar-led exercise carried out to raise combat efficiency by building integrated command and control systems capable of achieving joint combat readiness.
A former commander of the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron was awarded the Silver Star Medal during a presentation ceremony at the Pentagon.
U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force security forces leadership met to strengthen their relationship, exchange perspectives on shared regional security challenges and discuss commitment to exploring future training exchange opportunities.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach & his spouse, Cindy Wilsbach, visited AFGSC, Nov. 19, for immersions into the command’s mission & modernization programs.
The Air Force Materiel Command closed out Fiscal Year 2025 executing $82.9 billion across its entire portfolio, demonstrating sound resource planning and astute financial management in support of Department of the Air Force and warfighter needs.
The U.S. Air Force and the Italian Air Force have partnered to execute an undergraduate flying training program Small Group Tryout at the International Flight Training School.
The DAF has selected McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base in Knoxville, Tenn., as the preferred location to host the KC-46A Pegasus Main Operating Base 7, replacing all KC-135 Stratotankers to bring enhanced capabilities.
Equipment is the lifeblood of the maintenance world; without equipment, the jets don't fly. So how do maintainers keep jets flying with limited resources?
Gen. Ken Wilsbach was formally installed as the Department of the Air Force's highest ranking military leader Nov. 18.
Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe was selected as the 21st Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force.
Gen. Ken Wilsbach was sworn into office as the 24th Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force.
Assistance to reduce the impact of the government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families is available through various means.
President Donald Trump has nominated Gen. Ken Wilsbach to serve as the twenty-fourth Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force.
The Air Force has transformed its developmental duty process to offer Airmen more flexibility and control over their career while ensuring high-quality personnel fill positions critical to the future of the force.
PACAF Airmen conducted a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Rapid Insertion training, enabling a bilateral live-fire exercise between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.
The U.S. Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, and Royal Australian Air Force commenced the first trilateral Exercise Bushido Guardian 25 at Misawa Air Base.
The DAF has been investing in its readiness and training with more sophisticated operational exercises, changes to enhance the rapid deployment of forces, and the regular exercise of mission command.
Gen. Johnny Lamontagne, commander of Air Mobility Command, participated in a panel focused on the topic of “Exercising at Scale: What We’re Learning” at Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
The commander of Pacific Air Forces highlighted the importance of command and control during a panel discussion at the Air and Space Forces Association’s annual Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
The Space Test Engineering graduate certificate is set to become a full master’s degree concentration, producing expert test leaders capable of developing and validating advanced space-based capabilities essential to maintaining the U.S.'s strategic advantage.
Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool emphasized the impact of communities on military readiness as the Air Force prepares for future operational challenges, during a panel at the Air and Space Force Association’s Warfare Symposium.
Air Force leaders discussed enhancing readiness and generating combat forces during a panel discussion at the annual Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
CMSAF David A. Flosi releases a letter to Airmen.
Airmen traveled to Fort Sill to support the U.S. Army’s 3-2 Air Defense Artillery Battalion in achieving its Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear training objectives.
A few short days after celebrating three years leading the DAF BATTLE NETWORK effort, the Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management doubled down on its progress in delivering decision advantage for the warfighter.
In support of the “Culture of Fitness” initiative, the Air Force unveiled changes to its Physical Fitness Assessment and a new fitness program.
Modernizing the nuclear triad was discussed at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink delivers his keynote address at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin delivers his keynote address at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
The U.S. Department of War and Japanese Ministry of Defense formalized a project arrangement Sept. 22 establishing the Strategic Advancement of Mutual Runtime Assurance Artificial Intelligence (SAMURAI) initiative.
On the grounds of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, more than 7,600 runners representing 50 states and 11 foreign countries, gathered Sept. 20 to take part in the 29th annual Air Force Marathon.
The Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management is commemorating its third anniversary today, marking three years of leading the DAF’s C3BM modernization efforts.
The Air Force wrapped up the second Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, known as DASH 2, a fast-paced experiment exploring how AI can help operators make faster, smarter decisions in complex battlespaces.
The visit allowed USTRANSCOM and AMC the opportunity to highlight how the commands are ready to project, maneuver and sustain the joint force anytime, anywhere in support of national objectives.
The initiative aims to reinvigorate a holistic culture of well-being that empowers Airmen and Guardians to be more dominant, agile and lethal through physical fitness.
CSAF awarded the Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy during a ceremony at the Pentagon. The honor recognizes aviators whose exceptional skill prevents or minimizes the impact of flight mishaps.
The tour advances the Reserve Allies and Partners Program's mission to build interoperable reserve capabilities and strengthen international partnerships in support of combatant commander priorities.
Air University awarded former speaker of the House and prominent American politician, historian and author, Newt Gingrich, an honorary doctorate.
The Department of the Air Force has selected Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, as the new location for the 492nd Special Operations Wing.
In this week's look around the Air Force, the 11th ATF is the first to deploy during REFORPAC, the EOD Robot Depth-Perception System improves high-stakes missions, and the inaugural class of Guardian officers graduate from the year-long OTC.
The DAF announced the arrival of the second B-21 Raider flight test aircraft marking a significant step toward operational readiness of the nation’s sixth-generation stealth bomber.
The DAF selected a location for two ANG cyber operations squadrons.
The Department of the Air Force is aligning with a new federal initiative to overhaul how government services are designed and delivered, a move leaders say will sharpen warfighting readiness, increase lethality and save taxpayer dollars.
Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier visited Air Combat Command at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Sept. 9, to gain a deeper understanding of how ACC headquarters trains and develops air combat forces for U.S. warfighting commanders.
The exercise tested joint and coalition responses to complex short-notice threats, sharpening speed, flexibility and cooperation to defend national and allied interests.
The U.S. Air Force partnered with Norwegian allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities in the Norwegian Sea.
The Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Command Test Center established its first-ever KC-46A Combined Test Force during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The NAF activation and command structure realignment allows AMC and subordinate units to achieve a more effective posture, diversify mission sets and better equip Airmen to project and sustain power at relevant speed, scale and distance in support of national strategic objectives.
In this week's look around the Air Force, a new CCA platform takes a big step toward flying alongside manned fighter jets, alternative navigation software tests internal GPS measures, and the ANG tests helicopter countermeasures against fighter jets.
The Department of the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower conference brought together military members, civilians and industry partners for its annual education and training event.
Air Force Reservists in space-related career fields interested in volunteering to join the U.S. Space Force as Guardians serving in a part-time capacity can apply.
Northern Edge 2025, a multi-domain, joint field-training exercise led by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and held throughout Alaska, concluded this week after showcasing the U.S. military’s expanded capabilities in the Arctic and north-western Pacific theater.
In this week's look around the Air Force, the DLE series concludes after one month of readiness and interoperability training missions, the eighth X-37B OTV mission successfully launches, and the Space Force publishes new instruction outlining dress and appearance standards for Guardians.
The annual combined joint all-domain military exercise, Ulchi Freedom Shield 25, concluded on Aug. 28, reinforcing the strength and readiness of the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance in the face of evolving regional security threats.
The Department of the Air Force reached a key development milestone in its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, with one of its prototype platforms taking flight in less than two years from program launch.
A first-of-its-kind exercise evaluated the effectiveness of countermeasures in a maritime environment and evaluated the helicopters' defensive capabilities against modern aerial threats.
A C-130 Hercules from the Air Force Reserve’s 302nd Airlift Wing repositioned to Idaho Aug. 25 to continue support for western wildfires.
A U.S. Air Force Reserve delegation visited Manila to meet with Philippine air force leaders and discuss the Reserve Allies and Partners Program.
Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier visited the U.S. Air Force Academy.
In this week's look around the Air Force, AFSOC wraps up Emerald Warrior 25, Bamboo Eagle 25-3 concludes, and the first national security launch takes off to contribute to a more resilient space architecture.
After a month-long series of exercises across the Indo-Pacific, The Department of the Air Force has concluded its Department-Level Exercises and looks to lessons learned.
CMSAF Flosi visited Incirlik Air Base and engaged with Airmen across various units and work centers to reinforce the importance of readiness in this strategically vital location.
Patriot Medic 2025, the Air Force Reserve’s premier multi-national medical readiness training event, took place August 6 to 12 and included all U.S. military services and international partners including Australian, British and Canadian forces.
AFSOC tested its warfighting readiness during Emerald Warrior 25.2, the command’s premier operational exercise held across Arizona and California from July 21 - Aug. 11.
The 12th Air Task Force achieved its final certification after successfully completing Bamboo Eagle 25-3, setting the standard as one of the first Air Task Forces trained for the Air Force's new deployment model.
AMC has sustained operations as part of the U.S. Air Force’s 2025 DLE series across the Indo-Pacific region validating its ability to project and sustain combat power, alongside allies and partners, in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region
The U.S. Air Force and Space Force held its first National Signing Day ceremony at the historic Rayburn House Office building, Aug. 15.
Bamboo Eagle 25-3 pushed the boundaries of 21st-century mission command, leveraging the Distributed Mission Operations Center, or DMOC, to forge agile, resilient leaders.
Air Force officials selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025.
The 23rd U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin announced plans today to retire effective on or about Nov. 1, 2025.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing to see the mission firsthand.
The Air Force Chaplain Corps wrapped up its annual summit, bringing together Religious Support Teams from across the Total Force to focus on spiritual readiness and alignment under the Chaplain Corps’ new motto: HC Ready!
The Department of the Air Force released additional guidance for implementation of Executive Order 14183, "Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness,"
The Department of the Air Force has selected Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, as the location for an Air National Guard cyber operations squadron, increasing focus on cyber capabilities in support of the National Defense Strategy.
In this week's look around the Air Force, REFORPAC 25 concludes after 30 days of exercising across the Indo-Pacific, Deployable Combat Wings reorganize forces to meet requirements in any theater, and the Space Force approves an upgrade toward advancing Space Domain Awareness.
U.S. Air Force Airmen from Kadena AB and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, alongside Marine Corps Air Station Futenma Marines, recently completed a joint ACE training event at Okuma Recreation Facility.
Misawa AB’s 35th FW wrapped up exercise REFORPAC25, marking a milestone month of agile combat employment, joint integration and combat readiness across the Indo-Pacific.
In this week's look around the Air Force, AMC shows how to project and sustain combat power as part of the DLE series, modernizing the nation's land based nuclear deterrent reaches a critical milestone, and drag reduction devices called Finlets undergo flight testing to enhance fuel efficiency.
Service members from the Joint Communications Support Element deployed to the Indo-Pacific AOR to provide the backbone of information technology support across all elements of the exercise series.
Airmen and B-1B Lancers from Dyess AFB, recently wrapped up a dynamic showing supporting Red Flag-Nellis 25-3, the U.S. Air Force’s premier combat training event held at Nellis AFB.
More than 2,000 Airmen from the 81st Training Group traded classrooms and technical equipment for rucksacks and tactical gear during the first iteration of Bracer Forge.
SecAF Meink concluded a multi-nation visit to the Indo-Pacific region, where he met with senior defense officials, observed multinational training and visited with Airmen and Guardians supporting Department-Level Exercise 2025.
The U.S. Air Force kicked off Bamboo Eagle 25-3—Air Combat Command’s premier advanced training exercise designed to enhance multi-domain combat readiness and agility in a contested environment.
The training was designed to certify air traffic controllers in four different roles to support REFORPAC, effectively increasing ATC manpower by 50%.
Airmen from Little Rock AFB teamed up with Dyess AFB in DLE 2025, a large-scale training event and includes elements designed to test and refine the U.S. Air Force's rapid global mobility capabilities.
In this week's look around the Air Force, AFSOC hosts Emerald Warrior 25.2 as part of the DLE series, the TOC-Light capability gets an upgrade with the Major Release 2 prototype, and the DAF creates a new AF/A6 DCS office dedicated to warfighter comms. and cyber systems.
The U.S. Air Force and the Royal Australian Air Force are jointly operating ground-based command and control systems during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 to enhance military interoperability in the Indo-Pacific region.
The first F-16 Fighting Falcons have relocated from Kunsan Air Base to Osan AB marking a major step in preparation for the continuation of the U.S. Air Force’s Super Squadron test.
The DAF PEO C3BM announced new strategic anchors July 30, designed to deliver resilient decision advantage to joint and coalition forces facing evolving challenges.
When large-scale operations, such as exercise Resolute Force Pacific, Talisman Sabre, or Bamboo Eagle require rapid deployment, the PDF line kicks into gear.
The intent of the exercise was to enhance interoperability between allied and partnered multi-national air forces while working in Agile Combat Employment conditions, relying on the launching, recovering and maintaining aircraft from dispersed locations throughout the Indo-Pacific.
The 96th Test Wing tests new special operations aircraft.
The U.S. Air Force, in partnership with Northrop Grumman, completed a full-scale qualification test of the stage-two solid rocket motor for the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile, July 20, by the 717th Test Squadron at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.
Secretary Meink was familiarized with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam’s ability to support transient aircraft, deploy Airmen within a short timeframe and project airpower during exercises and real-world operations.
CMSAF David A. Flosi engaged with Airmen at Ramstein Air Base to discuss how they are advancing Department of Defense priorities.
Air Mobility Command is executing operations as part of the 2025 Department-Level Exercise series across the Indo-Pacific region to validate its ability to project and sustain combat power, alongside allies and partners.
Operators from the Western Air Defense Sector and Pacific Air Defense Sector integrated with the Royal Australian Air Force’s No. 3 Control and Reporting Unit to deliver seamless command and control during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and 35th Medical Group, partnered with the 36th Airlift Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Misawa Medical Squadron, to conduct a mass casualty exercise and subject matter expert exchange during REFORPAC 2025.
During this large-scale exercise that included joint and multinational partners, more than 12,000 USAF and U.S. Space Force personnel and more than 350 aircraft participated with a focus on enhancing rapid global mobility capabilities.
In this week's look around the Air Force, personnel, equipment and aircraft surge into the Indo-Pacific theatre for Resolute Force Pacific, AMC provides the logistical foundation for the Department-Level Exercise series, and Space Operations Command takes steps to modernize GPS.
Mr. Matthew Lohmeier was confirmed as the 29th Under Secretary of the Air Force.
The Department of the Air Force has created a new AF/A6 Deputy Chief of Staff office dedicated to warfighter communications and cyber systems.
More than 200 service members participated in Operation Healthy Tennessee as part of the DoD’s Innovative Readiness Training program, providing no-cost medical, dental, optometry and veterinary services to over 2,600 residents.
The Pacific Air Forces' International Affairs Division organized an International Observer Program event during the exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025
By incorporating field tactics and wartime medical practice in a Medic-X exercise, the 49th Medical Group added a new layer of depth to their monthly training day.
The commander of AMC visited the 515th AMOW squadrons during the U.S. Air Force Department-Level Exercise, to see how the Pacific-oriented AMC wing conducts an operational surge.
The DAF has announced the upgrade of the Tactical Operations Center-Light capability with its Major Release 2 prototype, designed to advance contributions to Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control.
CMSAF Flosi met with Airmen during a recent multi-base visit, where he observed how small, agile teams are delivering results in one of the most strategically significant and operationally complex regions in the world.
Early on July 4, almost 30 inches of rain fell within hours across Central Texas’s Hill Country, surging the Guadalupe River and triggering catastrophic flash flooding. Within hours, Texas National Guard members sprang into action, launching search and rescue operations alongside civil authorities.
During the Royal International Air Tattoo, the U.S. Air Force, alongside NATO allies and partners from around the globe, showcased what the strength of multinational relationships can achieve.
Airmen and F-325A Lightning IIs from the 325th FW led RED FLAG-Alaska 25-3, a large-scale joint combat training exercise at Eielson AFB. The deployment marked the wing’s first major overseas exercise since 2018 and test their ability to operate in unfamiliar, high-threat environments.