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Dec. 13, 2018
December enlisted in-system, SNCO board supplemental promotion list released

The Air Force selected 307 Airmen today for promotion via enlisted supplemental promotion processes.
July 26, 2021
Decentralization and the Establishment of the Air Force’s Personnel Center

In the middle of the Cold War, the Pentagon’s need to recoup physicalspace helped spur the decentralization of some Air Force functions, which led to the creation ofthe Air Force’s Personnel Center nearly six decades ago on April 1, 1963.
July 1, 2015
Decorations processing now initiated through virtual Personnel Center

Supervisors of active duty Airmen can now use the virtual Personnel Center via myPers to initiate and track decorations throughout the review and approval process."The on-line application allows for automated routing and approval, in addition to pre-populating certain personnel data in the forms,"
Dec. 20, 2019
Defense Department establishes U.S. Space Force

Today the President signed the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act and with it, directed the establishment of the U.S. Space Force as the sixth branch of the armed forces.
June 6, 2017
Defense Department launches retirement system comparison calculator

The Department of Defense officially launched the Blended Retirement System comparison calculator, providing BRS opt-in eligible service members their first opportunity for an individualized comparison of retirement systems. The comprehensive tool, in combination with the mandatory BRS Opt-In
June 1, 2012
Dempsey: Military must persevere to solve suicide issue

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said he disagrees "in the strongest possible terms" with an Army major general's characterization of suicide as a selfish act."I've been in contact with Army senior leadership and know they share my concern," Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey said, regarding
March 16, 2010
De-mystifying 'Who May Apply' for Air Force civilian jobs

Cracking the code of Air Force civilian job announcements can be as easy as understanding the specific appointment eligibilities, the "key" that allows individuals to be considered for various Air Force civilian jobs. Ensuring applicants and hiring officials understand the most frequently used
Aug. 11, 2021
Department of Air Force offers Total Force enlisted members’ bridge to med school, commission

Total Force enlisted Airmen and Guardians wanting to become a commissioned officer and military healthcare provider can complete their preparatory coursework for admission to medical school while on active duty. The Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program (EMDP2) is a two-year program offered
Dec. 17, 2012
Department of Defense releases 2013 BAH Rates

The Department of Defense released today the 2013 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates, which take effect Jan. 1, 2013. Overall rates will increase an average of 3.8 percent this year. For members with dependents, average increases in BAH are approximately $60 per month. A typical E-6 with
July 9, 2021
Department of the Air Force announces the 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2021

Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2021.