Air Force focuses fourth round of VERA, VSIP on headquarters reductions

In an effort to lead its force management actions with voluntary programs, the Air Force announced a fourth round of civilian workforce shaping measures beginning July 21.This follows the recent Air Force announcement on headquarters organization and staffing reductions

AF selects 460 for promotion to captain

The 2014A Line of the Air Force, Chaplain Corps, Judge Advocate General Corps, Nurse Corps, Medical Services Corps and Biomedical Sciences Corps Quarterly Captain Selection Process selected 460 first lieutenants for promotion to captain.To see the selection lists, go to myPers at

BSC development team convenes in August

The Biomedical Sciences Corps development team will convene Aug. 18-22 to consider qualified BSC officers for advanced academic degrees, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today. Interested, eligible officers must submit an "intent to apply" email to AFPC by July 31, and updated,

439 Airmen on July supplemental promotion list

Four hundred thirty-nine enlisted Airmen have been selected for promotion via the supplemental promotion process, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.To see the list, go to the Air Force Portal at https://www.my.af.mil and select the promotion news link, or go to myPers at

Existing tools help users reduce PII breaches

Members of 24th Air Force are refurbishing an old email tool to help Air Force users reduce breaches of personally identifiable information, or PII.The Digital Signature Enforcement Tool, or DSET, which currently prompts users to provide a digital signature when an email contains an active hyperlink

AF teens learn leadership, communication skills during annual camp

More than 50 Air Force teens from around the world gathered in San Antonio, Texas, July 9-13, for the annual Air Force Teen Leadership Camp conducted by the Air Force Personnel Center Directorate of Services.The camp, held at the University of Texas, is for high school students who have completed

Military Consumer Protection Day set for July 16

On July 16, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and 35 other federal, state government, and nonprofit organizations - including the Department of Defense, the Federal Trade Commission, Military Saves and the Better Business Bureau - will join together to mark Military Consumer Protection Day.

U.S., British wounded warriors compete in 2014 summer adaptive sports tournament

Approximately 100 U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and British Armed Forces wounded warriors trained and competed in the second annual Wounded Warrior Summer Invitational Adaptive Sports Tournament at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, July 7-10.The tournament included skills development and

AF introduces Total Force Commissioning Process

Air Force officials announced the Total Force Commissioning Process July 10. This new process allows the Air Force to provide multiple career avenues for officers being commissioned through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps by offering cadets the chance to pursue opportunities in the Air

AFA names 2014 outstanding civilian award winners

Air Force officials have announced the winners of the 2014 Air Force Association Outstanding Air Force Civilian of the Year awards.Each year, the AFA recognizes four Air Force civilian employees for outstanding achievement in any career field. This year's recipients were:Civilian Wage Employee of

12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year announced

Air Force officials have selected the service's top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2014, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced.An Air Force selection board at the Air Force Personnel Center considered 35 nominees who represented major commands; direct

AF selects 9,403 for promotion to staff sergeant

More than 9,000 senior airmen have been selected for promotion to staff sergeant, Air Force officials said today. The 9,403 selected represent 25.59 percent of the 36,739 eligible.To see the list of selectees, go the myPers website at https://mypers.af.mil, select "search all components" in the drop

AF selects 8 officers for 2015 DARPA program

Eight Air Force officers have been selected for the fiscal year 2015 Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Service Chief Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The program, which begins in September, exposes rising military officers to a unique organization which rapidly

July 7 – Pulse on AF force management

Featured in this force management update are details regarding civilian force management program expansions and ongoing officer early retirement and enlisted retention boards.Civilian force management - Voluntary Early Retirement Authority/Voluntary Separation Incentive PayAFPC recently concluded

Airmen encouraged to review emergency contact information

When Airmen go through major changes in their life, such as marriage, a permanent change of station, or having a child, one of the first things that should come to mind is, "I have to update my virtual Record of Emergency Data!"While this is not always the case, it is imperative Airmen update their

Three Air Force Wounded Warriors participate in AFA Cycling Classic

Three Air Force Wounded Warriors shared their journey from injury to recovery during an Air Force Association discussion panel and then participated in the AFA Cycling Classic held in early June in Arlington, Virginia.The AFA event hosted cyclists of all abilities for two days of riding and racing,

Four officers selected for DOD leadership program

Four Air Force officers have been selected for the Department of Defense Executive Leadership Development Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials said.The one-year program - which begins in October - is designed for highly-motivated leaders whose performance has indicated strong aptitude for

Majors non-selected twice for promotion may be eligible for TERA

Majors not selected for promotion for a second time during the CY14A Lieutenant Colonel Line of the Air Force/LAF-J central selection board, including those who declined continuation, may be eligible for the Temporary Early Retirement Authority Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials said

AFPS, Pentagon Channel, social media will merge as 'DOD News'

To better serve the service members and civilian employees of the Defense Department and their families with the latest news about DOD, officials at the Defense Media Activity are combining three platforms to form a new division they said will better enable those outlets to complement one another's

Officials release support tools for post-concussion sleep issues

Officials at the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center have released new clinical recommendations and support tools to assist in the identification and treatment of a sleep disturbance occurring in patients after a concussion.The suite of products assists health care providers in the

1,318 selected for promotion to major, lieutenant colonel, colonel

The Air Force selected 1,318 captains, majors and lieutenant colonels for promotion, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Eligible officers were considered during the CY14A Colonel Line of the Air Force Judge Advocate, Lieutenant Colonel LAF/LAF-J and Major LAF-J central selection

AF seeks scholarship, fellowship applicants

Active duty Airmen interested in unique developmental opportunities may be eligible for the Olmsted Scholar, White House Fellows and Mansfield Fellowship Exchange programs.The programs offer unique developmental experience for Air Force leaders, according to Tech. Sgt. Jason Franklin, Air Force

Air Force releases Morale, Welfare, Recreation survey

Ever feel like you had the perfect idea for a new activity at your base but were not sure who to tell? Now is the perfect time to be heard.The Air Force Personnel Center Directorate of Services recently began sending recreational leisure surveys to Airmen located within the continental United States

Pilots, combat systems officers may be eligible for retention incentives

Eligible active-duty pilots and combat systems officers have until Sept. 30 to apply for the fiscal year 2014 Aviator Retention Pay Program, Air Force officials said June 25."As we resize our force with the right balance of skills to meet Air Force mission requirements and continue to focus on

AF selects 6,684 for promotion to technical sergeant

More than 6,684 staff sergeants have been selected for promotion to technical sergeant, Air Force officials said today. The 6,684 selected represent 17.43 percent of the 38,344 eligible.To see the selection list, go to the Air Force Portal at https://my.af.mil and select the promotion link, or go to

AF selects 46 for enlisted commissioning program

Nearly four dozen Airmen have been selected for the calendar year 2014 Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.The NECP selection board meets annually in May to review records and identify the top applicants for a commissioning opportunity in this

CSAF to sponsor three captains for PhD program

The Chief of Staff of the Air Force will sponsor three eligible captains to pursue a doctorate degree through the fiscal year 2015 CSAF Captains Prestigious PhD Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. "Intellectual development of officers, especially in critical thinking skills,

AFROTC instructor duty applications due June 30

Eligible lieutenants, captains and majors interested in Summer 2015 and remaining 2014 Reserve Officer Training Corps instructor opportunities must submit their application, via the Airman Development Plan, to the Air Force Personnel Center by June 30, AFPC officials said today.Instructor positions

AFCENT rolls out new leave, pass policy

U.S. Air Forces Central Command officials released the command's revised leave policy June 6, which affects Airmen serving 12-month tours in Southwest Asia.In its recent recertification of the Imminent Danger Pay program, the Department of Defense determined that, effective June 1, personnel serving

AFROTC detachment command opportunities available

Eligible active duty line of the Air Force lieutenant colonels and lieutenant colonel-selects interested in Reserve Officer Training Corps detachment command opportunities have until June 27 to complete their statement of intent, via the Airman Development Plan, Air Force Personnel Center officials

June 19 – Pulse on AF force management

Several factors have resulted in fewer Airmen eligible for current and upcoming involuntary force management boards.Air Force leaders recently decided to bolster manning for nuclear-related career fields, an intention to make adjustments to account for budgetary uncertainties tied to proposed force

Air Force Retiree Council convenes to discuss issues

The 2014 Air Force Retiree Council met in May to discuss issues important to retirees and surviving spouses, and receive briefings on various subjects important to the retiree community.This was the first time the council convened since 2012. Last year's annual meeting was cancelled because of

Some AFSCs removed from eligibility for retention boards

Fewer Airmen than originally expected will meet involuntary retention boards this summer and fall, Air Force officials said June 13.Air Force leaders eliminated approximately 4,000 Airmen from eligibility for the upcoming boards at Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James's direction to bolster

Libraries launch ‘Paws to Read’ summer reading program

Summer is just around the corner and right now is the perfect time to begin putting together your family's summer reading list.Air Force libraries have launched the summer reading program, "Paws to Read" and are planning a host of activities for children, teens and adults. Activities will range by

Every Airmen can change how the Air Force does business

Creative, motivated Airmen are the key to changing how the Air Force does business, and every Airman has an equal opportunity to make a lasting contribution through the Airmen Powered by Innovation program, Air Force Personnel Center officials said.Launched in April, API was initiated thanks to the

Fitness program to test Airmen physically, mentally

Airmen at 18 installations will see a new era of physical fitness as the Air Force Personnel Center Directorate of Services introduces the Air Force Team Cohesion Challenge.The pilot program, built around special operations training, is designed to teach leadership, promote unit cohesion and inspire

Airmen participate in 2014 Army Warrior Trials

Thirty-nine Airmen were among the 100-plus wounded, ill and injured American service members and veterans who participated in practice training sessions for the 2014 Army Warrior Trials June 9 at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, N.Y. The Airmen will compete in the Warrior Transition

AF test pilot school applications due in June

The 2014 USAF Test Pilot School selection board will convene here Aug. 5-8 to consider candidates for July 2015 and January 2016 classes, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. Applications must reach Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command Air, Space and Information Operations by June 23, 4

AF names 2014 SAIGE award winners

Staff Sgt. Aaron R. Chartier, Air Force District of Washington, and Timothy K. Pyeatt, Air Force Special Operations Command, are the 2014 Society of American Indian Government Employees Meritorious Service Award winners, Air Force officials announced recently.Chartier led a 16-member team and

Inter-American SOS candidate applications due in July

Active duty captains proficient in the Spanish language may be eligible to attend the Inter-American Squadron Officer School at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. "The ISOS program is designed to develop dynamic Airmen

AF implements new feedback process July 1

In a recent message to Airmen, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody and Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III announced plans to begin implementing a more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted members. The first step in the process will be the July 1

AF releases new feedback forms

During the past year, Air Force leaders have been shaping a new and more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted Airmen.The new system is designed to better meet the needs of the Air Force and Airmen, differentiate more effectively between good and great performers, and

Key spouse program key to family readiness

Air Force spouses are key to maintaining stability on the home front as Airmen maintain focus on the war front, according to the wife of the Air Force's top officer.The key spouse program is an official unit/family program overseen by commanders designed to enhance readiness and establish a sense of

Quality Force Review Board results released

Air Force commanders will notify Airmen who met the service's Quality Force Review Board last month of the board's results June 5.The QFRB reviewed more than 4,600 Airmen using a "whole person" concept based on each Airman's record of performance and potential for continued positive service and

94 Airmen on June supplemental promotion list

Ninety-four enlisted Airmen have been selected for promotion via the supplemental promotion process, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Airmen on the supplemental list tested outside of their required cycle because of an extended temporary duty assignment or deployment in support

Commission seeks service members' compensation preferences

The commission tasked by President Barack Obama and Congress to modernize military compensation and benefits programs is seeking input from service members on their preferences.Alphonso Maldon Jr., chairman of the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission, said understanding

Permissive TDY allowed for voluntary force management separation

Airmen who separate under voluntary and involuntary force management programs may be eligible for permissive temporary duty. Airmen should check their separation orders to ensure the statement is included in the remarks block. The statement should read "Member separating voluntarily under Force

AF posts FY14/15 voluntary force management program updates

Air Force officials have posted updated personnel system delivery memos for fiscal year 2014/2015 voluntary force management programs, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.PSDM 13-64 describes enlisted program updates, including updated provisions regarding Post 9/11 GI Bill benefit

Nuclear deterrence medal approved for total force Airmen

The Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal, approved Tuesday by Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James, is among several incentives focused on attracting and retaining high-caliber Airmen in the nuclear mission, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The medal, intended to recognize

Retiring colonel's legacy to son: duty and honor

Col. Kyle 'Cowboy' Ingham retired May 20 after 26 years and five months in the Air Force, but his story does not stop there. As his last official act, the Air Force Personnel Center Line Officer Assignments Branch chief commissioned his son Austin as a second lieutenant in the Army.Ingham said he

May 23 – Pulse on AF force management

This week's force management update focuses on the chief master sergeant retention board, voluntary separation pay, officer reduction in force boards, quality force review board, civilian force management and total force opportunities in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate

AF releases master sergeant promotion list

More than 4,000 technical sergeants have been selected for promotion to master sergeant, Air Force officials announced today.To see the selectee list, go to myPers at https://mypers.af.mil and search for the active duty enlisted promotions home page, or to the Air Force Portal at

Eligible officers may apply for advanced degree, experience programs

Eligible active duty officers interested in 2015 advanced academic degree and experience broadening opportunities can now apply for various developmental programs, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. Some officers may also be eligible to apply for instructor pipeline programs with the

May 16 – Pulse on AF force management

This week's force management update focuses on the latest voluntary separation pay recoupment, Palace Chase and Palace Front opportunities, officer reduction in force boards, quality force review board, voluntary separation pay and civilian force management information in a continued effort to bring

Airmen can modify myPers home page to make searches easier

Airmen using myPers have multiple role options available to help them locate the information they need faster and easier.When users log in, the system takes them to a default page attached to their authentication credentials (i.e., active duty, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, retiree or

Take 'FIVE' to get free money for your TSP account

The Thrift Savings Plan has launched the "Take FIVE for Your Future" educational campaign encouraging civilian employees to take advantage of free government TSP matching contributions by putting at least 5 percent from each paycheck into their account.   "Employees who fail to do this are losing

CMSAF Cody visits members of Tops In Blue

Shaw Air Force Base warrior shoots for gold

Warriors emerge from all different shapes and sizes. For wounded warriors, the U.S. Air Force gives the opportunity for them to represent the Air Force in the multi-service Warrior Games.U.S. Air Force Special Agent Robert Davis, Office of Special Investigations Detachment 212 commander, and U.S.

Morale, Welfare, Recreation Customer Survey Rolls Out

Does your base fitness center need new equipment? Do you want more recreational traveling opportunities? Do you think there aren't enough recreational opportunities for single service members, or do you think there are too many?You have your chance to make a difference by answering the Defense

AF releases regional affairs strategist region, language assignments

Region and language assignments were announced this week for the 58 Regional Affairs Strategist that were notified in January of their selection for regional affairs strategist duty, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced.RAS is a force development initiative intended to create a cadre of

AF seeks motivated, creative officers for advanced research program

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency needs eight motivated, creative officers for the fiscal year 2015 Service Chiefs Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced.Officers must be major-selects, majors, lieutenant colonel-selects or lieutenant colonels to apply for the program.

AF personnel news delivered via email

For accurate, up to date news on Air Force personnel programs such as force management, retirements, education and development opportunities, special duty assignments, civilian careers and more, look to the Air Force Personnel Center public web, social media and news service. Whether browsing news

FY15 RIF board to convene Oct. 1

The Air Force will convene a fiscal year 2015 Force Management Reduction in Force Board Oct. 1, 2014 to evaluate some captains and majors for continued retention, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The RIF, combined with Voluntary Separation Pay Program and Temporary Early Retirement

May 5 - Pulse on AF force management

This week's force management update focuses on the latest voluntary and involuntary matrices, officer reduction in force boards, and voluntary separation pay information, in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex and dynamic force management

Majors, major-selects may be eligible for executive leadership program

Active duty majors and major-selects interested in the Department of Defense 2014-2015 Executive Leadership Development Program must submit their application packages by May 31, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today. The program provides a new approach to training civilian employees by

Eligible officers can request assignment with foreign allied AF

Active duty officers interested in expanding their horizons by building, sustaining, and expanding international relationships while embedded in another country's air force have until May 22 to indicate their interest on their Airman Development Plan in time for the next assignment cycle, Air Force

CALT reaches 1,000 graduates at OTS

The Civilian Acculturation and Leadership Training program celebrated its 1,000th graduate April 25 during a ceremony at the Air Force Officer Training School at Maxwell.The commander of the Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions and Citizen Development, Brig. Gen. Robert Thomas, presented the

Wounded warrior finds new place in the AF family

(This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series on AF.mil. These stories focus on a single Airman, highlighting their Air Force story.  )Faith and trust in what we cannot see.Those words are etched into his skin, right above a scar that, by itself, embodies the journey he has undertaken.

AF implements DOS Rollback Phase II

The Air Force has implemented the 2014 Enlisted Date of Separation Rollback Program Phase II, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The program accelerates the date of separation for Airmen who declined to acquire retainability for an assignment, training, retraining or professional

22 Airmen on May supplemental promotion list

Twenty-two enlisted Airmen have been selected for promotion via the supplemental promotion process, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Airmen on the supplemental list tested outside of their required cycle because of an extended temporary duty assignment or deployment in support of

BSC Lt Cols will not meet ESERB

Biomedical sciences corps lieutenant colonels originally slated to meet the June 16 enhanced selective early retirement board will not meet the board, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.ESERB is one of several fiscal year 2014 force management programs that have been or will be

Enlisted members interested in attaché duty must apply by June 2

Active duty staff through senior master sergeants interested in attaché duty can apply for assignment opportunities with international affairs teams around the world, but those interested must submit their applications by June 2 to be considered, Air Force officials announced today. The Secretary of

April 28 – Pulse on AF force management

This week's Pulse features updates on the latest voluntary and involuntary matrices, officer reduction in force boards, and voluntary separation pay and Temporary Early Retirement Authority information in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex

SGLI Premium Adjustment Effective July 1, 2014

The Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance program will adjust its monthly premium rate from 6.5 cents per $1,000 back to the 2006 rate of seven cents per $1,000 of insurance, a modest increase to ensure the SGLI program remains in a strong financial position.The Department of Veterans Affairs

Operation Megaphone seeks worldwide lock-in of military youth

Military teens from around the world will join together in the annual Operation Megaphone Worldwide Lock-In April 25-26.This year's theme is "Memories from Around the World" which encourages military children to share their stories about their travels.Operation Megaphone is a Joint Service Teen

Intel officer development team convenes in May

The intelligence officer career field summer development team will convene May 29-June 6 to consider eligible officers for calendar year 2015 intelligence director of operations, wing senior intelligence officer and detachment commander positions.Endorsed nominations are due to the Air Force

April 23 - Pulse on AF force management

This week's update features the latest voluntary and involuntary matrices, officer reduction in force boards, and voluntary separation pay and temporary early retirement authority information in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex and

AF names physician assistant training program candidates

 Nearly three dozen Airmen have been selected for the Tri-Service Physician Assistant Training at Fort Sam Houston beginning in August, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Originally open only to enlisted members, the 29-month program is open to enlisted, officers and Academy and

Chief nurse statements of intent due April 25

Statements of intent for Nurse Corps officers interested in chief nurse positions are due by April 25, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today. The nurse corps development team will convene May 5-9 to select candidates for projected calendar year 2015 openings."There are 86 chief nurses -

599 selected for promotion to colonel, lieutenant colonel, major

The 2013C Colonel Line of the Air Force/Nurse Corps/Chaplain, and the 2013D Nurse Corps/Chaplain Central Selection Boards convened and Air Force announced 390 lieutenant colonels, 78 majors and 131 captains for promotion, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.To see the selection

Essays due April 18 for High Flyin’ BBQ Challenge

The last day to submit an essay for the Air Force High Flyin' BBQ Challenge is April 18.The competition is open to all active duty Airmen and sister services members at Air Force-led joint bases in the continuous United States who think their barbecue is the best in town and want to prove their

AF Families Forever; serving families when and where help is needed

Families of Airmen killed on active duty can get support and information from community readiness consultants at their local base Airman and Family Readiness Center, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. Established in 2010 at Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations in Dover, Del., as a

Air Force libraries to celebrate National Library Week

Air Force Libraries will observe National Library Week April 13-19 with the theme "Lives Change @ Your Library."To commemorate this event, base libraries will host a variety of local programs and contests to communicate the value of libraries."Libraries and librarians have a powerful and positive

April 14 - Pulse on AF force management

New eligibility criteria, application deadlines and status updates are all featured in this force management update, an ongoing effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex and dynamic force management programs.Additional TERA, VSP windowsThe Air Force will

AF Portal hosts free civilian development site

Air Force civilian employees can go to the Air Force Portal for free career development tools, tips and guidance, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. The Civilian Development Resource Center, formerly the Supervisor Resource Center, now offers self-development tools for supervisory as well as

AF wounded warriors selected for Warrior, Invictus Games

Air Force Wounded Warrior program officials announced the names of the athletes to represent the Air Force during the 2014 Warrior Games and the Invictus Games at the closing ceremony for the Air Force Trials, in Las Vegas, Nev., April 11.The Air Force Trials gave injured, ill and wounded Airmen a

AF opens additional TERA, VSP windows

The Air Force will open two new fiscal year 2014 force management Temporary Early Retirement Authority application windows, and a new voluntary separation pay application window, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.Commonly referred to as the 15-year retirement, TERA eligibility will be

25 Airmen on April supplemental promotion list

The Air Force has selected 25 enlisted members for promotion via the supplemental promotion process, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Airmen on the April supplemental promotion list tested outside of their required cycle because of an extended temporary duty assignment or

Comedian surprises Air Force Tops In Blue team

A former Air Force Talent Contest winner and Tops in Blue selectee met with the 2014 Tops In Blue team during a surprise visit April 2.Sinbad met with the team to provide new Tops In Blue members encouragement and advice on their upcoming tour."I was really excited when Sinbad walked through the

Air Force Wounded Warrior Trials begin

Wounded warriors joined together here April 7 to celebrate the opening ceremonies of the first ever Air Force trials competition at the Warrior Fitness Center.The trials are an adaptive sports camp used to identify which athletes will be selected as members of the Air Force Warrior Games team and

April 8 – Pulse on AF force management

A limited number of Airmen who received notice that their previously approved applications for early retirement had been declined will be given the option to retire if they still desire to do so, officials announced April 8."We are aware that some Airmen received erroneous (temporary early

GEICO seeks nominees for 2014 military service award

Air Force officials are accepting nominations for the 2014 Government Employees Insurance Company Military Service Awards.The annual awards recognize enlisted members from all military service branches, including active duty, Guard and Reserve, for their contributions to military and civilian

AF selects 5 enlisted Airmen for medical prep school

Five enlisted Airmen have been selected to participate in the inaugural Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The program offers enlisted members a chance to attend medical prep school full time for two years, all expenses paid, while

Wounded Warrior Air Force trials to begin at Nellis

The 2014 Warrior Games Selection Camp will begin April 7 at Nellis AFB.The trials will last until April 11, where wounded warriors will compete in various events to see if they can make the U.S. Air Force Wounded Warrior team."We have close to 100 athletes coming from across the United States to

AF updates officer, enlisted voluntary force management eligibility lists

Select Airmen in specific categories who were not formerly eligible for fiscal year 2014 force management voluntary separation are now being offered voluntary separation. These individuals will not be subject to involuntary programs in FY14.Officers from 33 Air Force specialty codes by year group

AFPC has expanded voluntary FM program waiver authority

The Air Force Personnel Center has been granted expanded waiver authority to waive some active duty service commitments for Airmen interested in voluntary separation under the fiscal year 2014 force management program, AFPC officials announced today. "For example, we now have the authority to waive

Pulse on AF force management

Beginning April 3, regular force management updates will be published at www.af.mil, including program updates, reports on voluntary program applications received at AFPC and status changes program eligibility.Also, in response to Airmen's feedback to the Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of Staff

Clinic helps players connect with lifetime sport

For individuals who are looking for a new way to spend time with friends or trying to find a new hobby, their local pro shop may have the solution.Installation golf clubs around the Air Force are offering the Get Golf Ready initiative, which introduces new players of all ages to golf at a

CSAF reading list titles available through online Air Force library

General Ronald Fogleman created the chief of staff of the Air Force Professional Reading Program in 1996 to develop a common frame of reference among Air Force members to help them become better, more effective advocates of air and space power.Earlier this year, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Mark