May 15, 2024 DAF announces changes to allowances for Airmen, Guardians with dependents attending training Airmen and Guardians with dependents executing a permanent change of station to a professional military education or training location are now authorized to collect per diem in the amount of the basic allowance for housing without-dependent rate.
May 10, 2024 DAF names 2023 General Larry O. Spencer Award winners The Department of the Air Force announced the recipients of the 2023 Gen. Larry O. Spencer Innovation Award during a ceremony at the Pentagon, May 8.
May 6, 2024 Airmen and Guardians urged to update vRED, SOES Airmen and Guardians should routinely review and update their virtual Record of Emergency Data (vRED) and Servicemembers’ Online Enrollment System (SOES).vRED is a central repository for emergency contact information should an Airman or Guardian become severely ill, injured, wounded or deceased.
April 25, 2024 Air Force to begin accepting warrant officer applications The Air Force is now accepting applications for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields.
April 23, 2024 Air Force honors Airmen with 2024 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award The Pentagon's Hall of Heroes echoed with applause April 8, as four Airmen received the Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award.
April 16, 2024 Air Force releases latest Captain promotion results on April 18 The Air Force selected 894 active-duty officers for promotion to Captain during the recent CY23C Captain promotion process.
April 15, 2024 Political activity Dos and Don’ts for Airmen, Guardians, DoD employees We can expect many opportunities for citizens to participate in the democratic process but with this in mind, it is important to be aware of specific guidelines that apply to service members and federal employees on acceptable behavior.
April 11, 2024 Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions The Air Force selected 2,053 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23D and CY23E central selection boards.
March 14, 2024 Rebranded Key Spouse Program allows flexibility to support families The Department of the Air Force announced the Key Spouse Program is changing to the Commander’s Key Support Program, at the annual major command spouse conference, March 13-15.
March 14, 2024 Air Force releases senior master sergeant promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 1,734 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 15,151 eligible for a selection rate of 11.44 percent in the 24E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
March 11, 2024 Air Force selects 1,734 in senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts 14 March Air Force officials selected 1,734 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 15,151 eligible for a selection rate of 11.44 percent in the 24E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Feb. 29, 2024 DAF publishes revised dress, personal appearance instruction The Department of the Air Force republished its dress and personal appearance instruction to simplify, clarify and amplify many changes for Airmen and Guardians serving world-wide.
Feb. 28, 2024 Allvin adds detail, texture to plans for reoptimizing the Air Force Allvin’s session at the influential think tank was his first since becoming the Air Force’s highest ranking military officer and two weeks since the service’s leadership unveiled a broad and ambitious plan to reconfigure the Air Force and Space Force to better confront China.
Feb. 15, 2024 DAF senior enlisted advisors discuss Airmen, Guardians in the fight Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass and Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna spoke on a panel moderated by the 14th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Gerald Murray.
Feb. 12, 2024 DAF leaders lock arms, present plan to reoptimize Air Force, Space Force DAF leaders outlined 24 specific decisions during a panel discussion at the AFA Warfare Symposium. The decisions will position the services to better confront China and maintain the hard-won superiority in air and space.
Feb. 7, 2024 Retired officers, enlisted members can rejoin active duty to offset personnel shortfalls The VRRAD program is a strategic enabler to embrace experienced talent, tapping into a valuable resource of retired members to fill critical roles to close the gap against our peer competitors.
Jan. 30, 2024 WAPS testing going digital in February 2024 The eWAPS platform is a collaborative effort between the Air Force, the Personnel Data Research Institute and PearsonVUE. Airmen participating in the 2024 technical sergeant and staff sergeant promotion cycles will be the first to use this system.
Jan. 17, 2024 Air Force mourns 5th CMSAF passing Robert D. Gaylor, the fifth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, passed away Jan. 17, at the age of 93.
Jan. 16, 2024 DOD expands pilot program to renew USID cards online As part of an expansion of a Defense Department pilot program that kicked off in February 2023, most Uniformed Services Identification, or USID, card holders can now renew their cards online and receive them in the mail.
Jan. 9, 2024 ‘Are You Ready?’: DAF marks National Mentoring Month NMM was launched in January 2002 to connect people invested in the mentoring movement and to help people accomplish their personal and professional goals.
Jan. 8, 2024 Civilian Development Nomination Window opens Jan. 10 Civilian employees in the grades of GS-07 through GS-15 (and equivalents) may apply for more than 40 civilian development opportunities starting Jan. 10.
Jan. 4, 2024 DAF sets documentation requirements for pet travel expense reimbursement The Defense Travel Management Office announced a new policy to cover pet travel expenses, including pet transportation and quarantine fees, in June 2023.
Dec. 27, 2023 Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions The Air Force selected 519 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23A central selection boards.
Dec. 18, 2023 DSE opportunities for MEPS, PME and Air Force National Labs available Developmental Special Experiences provide Air and Space Professionals more than just education and training opportunities, they help the service build the Airmen needed for the future high-end fight.
Dec. 7, 2023 Department of the Air Force releases 23S9, 24S8 promotion cycle statistics Space Force officials have selected 14 senior master sergeants and 30 master sergeants for promotion in the 23S9 and 24S8 promotion cycles, respectively.
Dec. 1, 2023 Air Force releases chief master sergeant promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 506 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,249 eligible for a selection rate of 22.5 percent in the 23E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Nov. 30, 2023 Air Force announces FY24 Experienced Aviator Retention Incentive, Rated Officer Retention Demonstration Programs The Air Force recently announced the opening of two Regular Air Force FY24 Aviation Bonus programs.
Nov. 28, 2023 Air Force selects 506 senior master sergeants for promotion in 23E9 Promotion cycle to chief master sergeant. Air Force officials selected 506 Air Force senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,249 eligible for a selection rate of 22.5 percent in the 23E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Oct. 26, 2023 Department of the Air Force releases latest U.S. Space Force field grade officer promotions The Department of the Air Force selected 397 active-duty U.S. Space Force officers for promotion to colonel, lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY23A central selection boards.
Oct. 23, 2023 Go Blue, Stay Blue: Fostering a diverse force Chaplain Capt. Donsha Watkins, 9th Reconnaissance Wing, has brought her values of diversity and representation to her duties as an Individual Mobilization Augmentee at Beale AFB.
Oct. 18, 2023 First AFFORGEN deployers depart Travis AFB The newly implemented AFFORGEN model aims to reconstitute manpower, aircraft and equipment into force elements that train, deploy and recover as cohesive units throughout each phase of the 24-month cycle.
Oct. 3, 2023 319th RW deploys first Airmen under AFFORGEN model The Airmen are deploying under the Air Force Force Generation model that provides combatant commanders predictable, sustainable force generation focused on the high-end fight.
Oct. 3, 2023 Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions The Air Force selected 292 active-duty officers for promotion to colonel, lieutenant colonel, and major during recent CY23A, CY23C, and CY23D central selection boards.
Sept. 28, 2023 Help available for DAF Airmen, Guardians, civilians in event of lapse in appropriations Assistance to reduce potential impacts in the event of a government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians, and their families is available through various means.
Sept. 18, 2023 Space Force starts uniform wear testing at eight military installations across the world The U.S. Space Force has begun its service dress prototype wear testing, which will continue for three months as Guardians evaluate and provide feedback on the durability, functionality and comfort of the new uniform design. The wear tests signify the final stage of uniform development prior to
Sept. 18, 2023 DAF launches coaching website At the Department of the Air Force's Coaching site, members can explore how to find and become a professional coach.
Sept. 18, 2023 Air Force releases new memo, doctrine on mission command The documents elaborate on the principles and operationalization of mission command.
Aug. 28, 2023 DoD announces changes to special leave accrual policy for service members The revised provisions of section 701 U.S.C. title 10 reduced the maximum amount of accrued leave that may be retained by a service member at the end of the FY from 120 days to 90 days.
Aug. 23, 2023 Air Force announces CY24 promotion board schedule, aligns to officer SCODs The Air Force announced the 2024 promotion board schedule Aug. 22, which marks the transition to align most promotion boards with their associated evaluation closeout dates.
Aug. 15, 2023 Air Force announces FY23 Rated Officer Retention Demonstration Program Eligible regular Air Force aviators now have the chance to apply for the FY23 Rated Officer Retention Demonstration Program.
Aug. 14, 2023 NCO retraining program revamped for FY24 The Air Force is continuing to improve its talent management programs to further develop and retain Airmen.
Aug. 10, 2023 Air Force releases staff sergeant promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 9,000 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 51,717 eligible for a selection rate of 17.4 percent in the 23E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Aug. 8, 2023 Air Force selects 9,000 in staff sergeant promotion cycle; list posts August 10 Air Force officials selected 9,000 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 51,717 eligible for a selection rate of 17.4 percent in the 23E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Aug. 1, 2023 UPDATE: Air Force receives additional funds for PCSs Due to additional support by Congress, the Air Force gained more funding for overseas PCSs.
Aug. 1, 2023 Department of the Air Force takes action on barriers to mental health, wellness, resilience The Fortify the Force Initiative Team, championed by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, had volunteers from myriad functional communities working to promote holistic wellness and address resiliency barriers since early 2022.
July 27, 2023 DAF updates Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus policy Department of the Air Force has updated its Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus policy to prioritize those critical career fields, programs and positions that require foreign language proficiency to perform their missions.
July 21, 2023 Air Force reinstates special bonuses, pays, most PCSs With additional support from Congress on several pending reprogramming requests, the Air Force will restore funding to most military personnel programs that were suspended or closed last week.The Air Force will restore the Selective Retention Bonuses and the Aviation Bonus program beginning next
July 17, 2023 Air Force announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2023 Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2023.
July 14, 2023 Justice Department reinforces federal protections for servicemembers and their spouses in letter to state officials The Justice Department announced July 14 that it has issued a letter to all state licensing authorities about new employment-related federal protections for military families.
July 12, 2023 Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions The Air Force selected 562 active-duty officers for promotion to colonel and major during recent CY23B and CY23C central selection boards.
July 10, 2023 Air Force delays some PCSs, bonuses Higher-than-projected personnel costs are driving a shortfall in FY23 military personnel appropriation. This will have temporary consequences for PCSs, SRBs, and aviation bonuses.
July 6, 2023 Air Force releases technical sergeant promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 5,354 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant out of 36,913 eligible for a selection rate of 14.5 percent in the 23E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
June 29, 2023 Air Force selects 5,354 in technical sergeant promotion cycle; list posts 6 July 2023 Air Force officials selected 5,354 Air Force staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant, out of 36,913 eligibles, for a selection rate of 14.5% in the 23E6 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
June 29, 2023 Space Force releases master sergeant, technical sergeant and sergeant promotion cycle statistics Department of the Air Force officials have selected 134 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant, 164 sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant and 253 Space Force specialist 4s for promotion to sergeant, in the 23S7, 23S6 and 23S5 promotion cycles.
June 26, 2023 Air Force transitions to A-Staff structure for air expeditionary wings As part of the new Air Force Force Generation, or AFFROGEN, deployment model, presenting forces via the AEW A-Staff structure will increase a wing’s capacity to plan, coordinate and communicate vertically and horizontally to meet commander’s intent.
June 23, 2023 Air Force releases FY24 special duty assignment pay adjustments The Air Force has completed its annual review of special duty assignment pay for enlisted members using a new board process to ensure appropriate distribution based off the SDAP definition.
June 23, 2023 Space Force selects 551 Guardians for promotion in the master sergeant, technical sergeant and sergeant cycles; lists post June 29 Department of the Air Force officials have selected 253 Space Force specialist 4s for promotion to sergeant, 164 sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant and 134 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant in the 23S7, 23S6 and 23S5 promotion cycles.
June 22, 2023 Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions The Air Force selected 2,213 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel and major during recent CY22E central selection boards.
June 21, 2023 O’Donnell takes command of the Air Force Personnel Center Maj. Gen. Troy Dunn relinquished command of the Air Force Personnel Center to Brig. Gen. Jefferson O’Donnell during a change of command ceremony here June 20.
June 5, 2023 Air Force announces FY23 Legacy Aviation Bonus Program The Legacy AvB Program builds upon the previous years' offers to decisively shape and retain experienced rated officers to meet Air Force retention, training and mission-readiness requirements to maintain lethality of the force.
May 31, 2023 Air Force releases master sergeant promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 4,998 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 28,831 eligible for a selection rate of 17.3 percent in the 23E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
May 25, 2023 Air Force’s Enlisted Swap Assignment Program starts June 1 The Air Force Enlisted Swap Assignment Program goes live June 1 for senior master sergeants and below with a current assignment. This new policy provides Airmen with more control and new flexibilities in their assignment process.
May 24, 2023 Air Force selects 4,998 in master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts May 31 Air Force officials selected 4,998 Air Force technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 28,831 eligible for a selection rate of 17.3 percent in the 23E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
May 18, 2023 Air Force, Space Force to offer medals, promotions for recruiting support Airmen and Guardians can now receive decorations or promotions through recruiting referrals under the new Airman and Guardian Referral Program.
May 8, 2023 New mental health care initiative improves access to care and readiness Air Force mental health leaders implemented a new initiative to nearly all Air Force bases to improve access to mental health, increase access to support resources, and mitigate the impact on readiness.
May 8, 2023 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Extended Until 14 July The feedback civilian employees gave in 2022 has earned the service the no.9 ranking for large agencies by the Partnership for Public Service’s “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government” in 2022.
April 30, 2023 New AF surgeon general program enhances support for EFMP families, Airmen, Guardians The Air Force surgeon general has made improving support for military children one of his priorities.
April 21, 2023 DAF Civilian Individual Development Plans (IDPs) mandatory per 5 Apr 23 memo The Department of the Air Force provided a guidance memorandum, dated 5 Apr 23, emphasizing the mandatory requirement for civilian Individual Development Plans (IDPs). IDPs are useful for goal development and career planning, as well as help employees successfully perform their jobs and meet
April 11, 2023 Air Force recognizes Lance P. Sijan Award winners Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., spoke about the prestigious award, highlighting the accomplishments of the Airmen who embody Sijan’s leadership and character in performance and standards of personal conduct.
April 3, 2023 2022 Nuclear Deterrence Operations, Missile Operations awards announced These awards recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Airmen contributing to nuclear deterrence operations and the missile operations career field respectively.
March 31, 2023 DOD announces new bereavement leave benefit for service members The Defense Department announced new non-chargeable, paid bereavement leave benefit for service members.
March 25, 2023 DoD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families.
March 22, 2023 Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians The DAF approved several uniform initiatives for implementation effective April 1.
March 20, 2023 1000-plus qualified students can work summer jobs with DAF The 2023 Summer Employment Program, which runs May through September, will provide students in high school, college, trade school, vocational school, and other qualifying educational programs the opportunity to work in federal departments and agencies and explore federal careers while still in
March 14, 2023 Air Force releases senior master sergeant/23E8 promotion cycle statistics Congratulations to the 1,629 master sergeants selected for senior master sergeant in the 23E8 promotion cycle! The list is available on the Enlisted Promotions page of Air Force’s Personnel Center public website, myPers and the Air Force Portal. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Kiana Pearson)
March 6, 2023 Air Force selects 1,629 in senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 14 Air Force officials selected 1,629 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant, out of 16,424 eligible, for a selection rate of 10.5% in the 23E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Feb. 27, 2023 Airmen enrolled in new maximum life insurance coverage Blanket changes to the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance go into effect March 1, and Airmen have until the end of March to adjust their insurance coverage even if they’ve previously declined or reduced coverage.
Feb. 27, 2023 DAF establishes policies to increase access to non-covered reproductive health care The DAF has issued guidance implementing DoD policies outlining privacy of command notification of pregnancy, administrative absence for non-covered reproductive health care and unit-funded travel for those seeking non-covered reproductive health care.
Feb. 27, 2023 DAF issues guidance on COVID-related adverse actions; Religious Accommodation Requests The Department of the Air Force has issued guidance on removal of adverse actions and handling of Religious Accommodation Requests related to refusal of COVID-19 vaccinations effective Feb. 24.
Feb. 16, 2023 DoD releases policies to ensure access to non-covered reproductive health care The DoD has released policies on command notification of pregnancy, administrative absence for non-covered reproductive health care, and travel allowances for non-covered reproductive health care.
Jan. 10, 2023 Civilian Development nomination window opens Jan 11 The Air Force’s Personnel Center is accepting nomination packages from Department of the Air Force civilians for more than 35 Civilian Development programs starting Jan. 11.
Jan. 10, 2023 Department of the Air Force outlines new Body Composition Program for Airmen, Guardians Both the Air and Space Forces released the new Waist-to-Height Ratio BCP policy in January, with assessments to begin April 2023.
Jan. 9, 2023 Department of the Air Force releases policy on Military Parental Leave Program Military Parental Leave for Airmen and Guardians will expand to 12 weeks after convalescent leave for birth parents and 12 weeks for non-birth parents, including adoptive parents and eligible foster parents, effective Dec. 27, 2022.
Dec. 30, 2022 Department of the Air Force unmasks academic degrees for major, lieutenant colonel promotion boards The change will apply to all eligible DAF officers and allow promotion board members to consider an officer’s acquisition of valued expertise as one of many whole person concept considerations.
Dec. 6, 2022 Department of the Air Force releases 22E9, 22S9, 23S8 promotion cycle statistics Air Force officials have selected 514 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,526 eligible, for a selection rate of 20.34 percent in the 22E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Nov. 30, 2022 DAF selects Airmen, Guardians for promotion in 22E9, 22S9, 23S8 cycles; lists post Dec. 6th Air Force officials have selected 514 Air Force senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant, out of 2,526 eligible, for a selection rate of 20.34% in the 22E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities.
Nov. 16, 2022 DAF transitions deployment actions from legacy system to AFFORGEN Connect The Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) Connect application went live Sept. 30 on the TMIS ServiceNow platform. Accessible via the Air Force Portal, AFFORGEN Connect provides a single access point for all unclassified Air and Space Force readiness and deployment preparation and execution
Nov. 4, 2022 AF provides additional information for aircrew considering flying during their pregnancy The Department of the Air Force recently introduced new procedures that empower female aircrew to make the most informed decisions about whether to fly while pregnant.
Nov. 1, 2022 Department of the Air Force unveils new civilian career talent management process The Department of the Air Force is unveiling a new civilian career talent management process designed to be more nimble in developing both civilian leaders as well as growing technical expertise/competence.The new “Civilians We Need” Career Model and accompanying career roadmaps will help DAF
Oct. 23, 2022 DAF senior leaders amplify SecDef directives for reproductive health care Today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced that the DoD would ensure service members and their families can access reproductive health care within its authority and consistent with applicable federal law, in addition to clear guidance for health care providers to operate effectively.
Oct. 20, 2022 DAF, Clemson conducting research for Undergraduate Space Training educational partnership A team from Second Air Force, as well as the U.S. Space Force and the Air Force Personnel Center, has been working with Clemson University under an mutually beneficial educational partnership agreement since July of 2020 as part of an effort to assist the United States Space Force with the
Oct. 11, 2022 New reporting options for sexual harassment victims Uniformed Airmen and Guardians who experience sexual harassment now have the option to file a restricted or unrestricted report with the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office to access advocacy services and supportive referrals. This change now allows members to seek support services
Oct. 6, 2022 AF to launch narrative performance statements for award nominations Performance statements and award nominations are transitioning effective Oct. 1, 2022.
Oct. 6, 2022 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year recognized during Air Force’s season of celebrations The 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2022 were recognized and honored during the Air Force’s 75th Anniversary week and the Air and Space Force Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Sept. 15-21.
Oct. 3, 2022 Department of the Air Force updates policy for pregnant OTS applicants The DAF has updated a policy to allow women, both enlisted and civilian, to apply and compete for an Officer Training School commission while pregnant.
Sept. 30, 2022 DAF adds additional financial incentives to recruit Child and Youth Program employees Effective Oct. 1, DAF Child Development Program direct-care employees will receive a 100% childcare fee waiver for their first child enrolled in installation Child Development Programs.
Sept. 28, 2022 Department of the Air Force Implements THC retest Pilot Program The Department of the Air Force has established a two-year pilot program that allows a retest for applicants who test positive for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) during the accession physical examination at the Military Entrance Processing Station.
Sept. 21, 2022 Enlisted Assignment Working Group ‘Wins’ Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass recently prompted the inception of the Enlisted Assignment Working Group with the intent for an overdue holistic review of the Department of the Air Force’s enlisted assignment program.
Sept. 16, 2022 Military & Family Readiness Centers: Taking care of Airmen, Guardians, and Families On Air and Space Force installations around the world, Military & Family Readiness Centers (M&FRC) are standing by to care for the Department of the Air Force’s most valuable resource: its people.These hubs, formerly Airman & Family Readiness Centers, help military members and their families as they