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Sept. 14, 2018
NASCAR driver visit highlights human performance research at Air Force Research Laboratory

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Airmen in the United States Air Force often encounter extreme physical demands in the performance of their duties and must be in peak physical shape to meet mission requirements.In much the same way, NASCAR drivers also must maintain top physical condition and
Aug. 27, 2018
From immigrant to Airman

Since his youth in an East-Central African nation with a turbulent history of genocide, one Airman dreamed of becoming a leader. Only two years after enlisting, Senior Airman Karl Mutangana, 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron, deployed for his new country as an Airman in United States Air Force.
Aug. 23, 2018
Face of Defense: Twin Airmen Pursue Education, Future Commission Together

Twin brothers Airman 1st Class Leland Spratt and Airman 1st Class Lemuel Spratt, who serve together at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., decided the Air Force was the best service branch for them to acquire new job skills and further their educations.
Aug. 15, 2018
Cadet finds challenges, path to leadership at OTS

Cadet Jacob Turner decided to attend Officer Training School because he wanted to become a part of something much bigger than himself. A recent Clemson University graduate with no military experience, Turner said completing the challenging and rewarding leadership school is the first step toward his
Aug. 13, 2018
BLUE: Episode 26 Life cycle of an Airman

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – Recruiting, developing and retaining a high-quality workforce of effective leaders is essential for war fighting success. The Air Force’s ability to respond faster than our adversaries relies on the talent and leadership of Airmen.This episode of BLUE outlines the
Aug. 9, 2018
Commentary: Telling my Air Force story through Recruiter Assistance Program

Since my enlistment, I’ve been infatuated with the Air Force and all it has to offer. So, naturally, I was super excited for the chance to tell people my story and help others get started on what could be their active-duty journey, as well.
Aug. 8, 2018
Chaplains in training visit Spangdahlem

Seminary students go through a lengthy process prior to becoming ministers, and the training is even more in-depth to become military chaplains.U.S. Air Force 2nd Lieutenants Madison Hayes and Lennox Vu, Readiness and Integration Organization Detachment 5 Chaplain Candidate Program candidates,
July 19, 2018
Air Force Recruiters Learn About Innovations for Next-Gen Special Ops Airmen

For the first time in the Defense Department, a series of career field specialties is using human performance monitoring and a data collection system, as well as specialized recruiters.Because of high attrition rates in its special operations career fields -- pararescue, combat controller, tactical
July 16, 2018
AFRC Physician Influencer tour visits JBSA-Lackland

Active Duty CCATT and Reserve Citizen Airmen train for medical readiness.
June 29, 2018
New squadron specializes in Battlefield Airmen recruiting

The first squadron focused solely on recruiting Battlefield Airmen and combat support career fields stood up today in a ceremony at the Medina Annex on Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland. The reactivation of the 330th Recruiting Squadron, Air Force Recruiting Service’s 28th squadron, marks the first

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