June 23, 2014 SecAF: Total force readiness has atrophied While elements of the Air Force are always prepared to meet the country's readiness needs, total force readiness has deteriorated, Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James told the Defense Writers Group here June 18.Nearing the six-month mark of her term as the Air Force's top official, James touched
June 23, 2014 701 AS provides critical mission support airlift to Central African Republic Reservists from the 701st Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. prepare to load a helicopter into the back of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft while providing airlift support for the African-led International Support Mission in the Central African Republic (MISCA) June 10, 2014. The mission
June 23, 2014 Obama: Investment in Veterans Produces Tomorrow’s Leaders The promise of a better tomorrow made to U.S. military veterans of World War II seven decades ago with the signing of the original GI Bill is the same promise the nation is keeping with its newest veterans and their families through the Post-9/11 GI Bill, President Barack Obama said in an opinion
June 20, 2014 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
June 19, 2014 Air Force Ready If Called Upon for Iraq, James Says The Air Force is fully engaged in planning efforts to provide options for the situation in Iraq and is ready to provide its capabilities if necessary, Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James said in Washinton June 18.Speaking to the Defense Writers Group, the Air Force's top official acknowledged the
June 16, 2014 Heat flag conditions save lives It's summertime, which means things are heating up! Heat related illness is a very serious issue in Charleston. Anyone who works in a hot environment is at risk of heat stress. Heat stress symptoms can include dry skin, dizziness, nausea, fatigue and increased body temperature. You should always
June 16, 2014 DOD provides security help for Baghdad diplomatic facilities, military airlift standing by At the State Department's request, the U.S. military is providing security assistance for U.S. diplomatic facilities in Baghdad, Pentagon Press Secretary Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said June 15.In a statement, Kirby said a small number of Defense Department personnel are augmenting State Department
June 12, 2014 CMSAF Roll Call: Why We Serve? The Air Force's top senior enlisted Airman released the latest installment of Roll Call, encouraging Airmen to think about, "why they serve.""It is a privilege to be an Airman, and an honor to defend our nation," said Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Cody. "We can never forget
June 9, 2014 SAPR: More than an Air Force Acronym As an Airman and a senior leader in the Air Force Reserve, I've seen firsthand the devastating impacts of sexual assault on an Air Force organization. Regardless of your unit or military status, Active or Reserve, no one is immune to these impacts nor absolved of their responsibility to combat the
June 9, 2014 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