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April 11, 2024
Maj. Laney Schol: Paving the future for generations to come

U.S. Air Force Maj. Laney “Rogue” Schol, an F-35A Lightning II instructor pilot with the 60th Fighter Squadron, is working to overcome readiness barriers in the military.
April 9, 2024
33rd FW hosts 19th AF Warhammer Rally

The 33rd Fighter Wing hosted the 19th Air Force Warhammer Rally here April 2 – 5, 2024, gathering commanders from across the flying training community for strategic discussions, fostering collaboration and innovation.
April 9, 2024
Awareness, Prevention Month begins

“Step Forward. Report. Advocate”
April 4, 2024
DAF calls for AFMC changes to support service’s readiness, agility against great power adversaries

As part of the Department of the Air Force’s sweeping efforts to deter and, if needed, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition, DAF senior leaders announced four organizational changes to Air Force Materiel Command during an opening speech Feb. 12 at the AFA Warfare Symposium.
April 3, 2024
F-16s arrive to be modified for autonomous testing

VENOM-AFT is designed and funded to accelerate testing of autonomy software on crewed and uncrewed aircraft. It complements the autonomy data and AI experimentation proving ground at Eglin AFB and informs the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program and other autonomy developers.
April 2, 2024
The end of an era; 148th heritage F-16 takes off one last time

On Thursday, March 28, 2024, the 148th Fighter Wing’s heritage F-16, tail number 406, departed the 148th for the last time with its Air Force blue, yellow and white paint. The jet is headed to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, for Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) modifications which includes a new,
April 1, 2024
Edwards AFB Elevates Innovation Culture Through Project Mercury Innovators Workshop

When troops separated by long distances needed to exchange information, the Department of Defense created the Internet. During World War I, when pilots needed to know air traffic conditions to prevent collisions, the U.S. Army installed two-way radios inside an aircraft for the first time. Like the
March 27, 2024
Arnold Air Force Base spotlights Women’s History Month: Chief Master Sgt. Jennifer Cirricione

March is Women’s History Month. Observed annually, the month celebrates the contributions of women to U.S. history, culture and society. The month provides an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of women throughout history.The origins of the month can be traced back to 1978 with a weeklong
March 26, 2024
Battle of the Badges bolsters law enforcement collaboration

Inspired by the competitive spirit of investigators and drawing parallels from the popular TV show, “Crime Scene Kitchen,” the Air Force Office of Special Investigations Detachment 104 at Eglin crafted the idea of the Battle of the Badges, replacing baking with crime scene processing.
March 25, 2024
Commentary: Pancho Barnes: A Trailblazer in Aviation

Florence Leontine Lowe, better known as Pancho Barnes, is best known for her pioneering spirit and larger-than-life persona. Born in 1901, she quickly overcame any challenges to become a legendary figure in American aviation.Married at a young age, Barnes soon discovered her passion for flight.

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