Aug. 11, 2026 DAF updates COVID-19 reinstatement process, reduces time for members returning to service The DAF has streamlined its COVID-19 reinstatement process by establishing parallel processing for medical screening and military record correction board actions alongside deploying dedicated reinstatement case managers.
July 15, 2026 USSF accepting proposals for fifth research opportunity under the USSF University Consortium The United States Space Force is currently accepting proposals for USSF University Consortium/Space Strategic Technology Institute 5.
June 17, 2026 DAF updates uniform guidance for Chaplain Corps, Air Force maternity uniforms The Department of the Air Force has issued new implementation guidance for the Chaplain Corps uniform and the Air Force maternity wrap dress.
June 16, 2026 Air University prepares leaders for challenges in the space domain Air University is preparing military leaders to address emerging challenges in the space domain, where advances in technology, expanding commercial space activity, and increasing international competition are reshaping military operations.
June 9, 2026 DAF senior leaders explain, justify sizable budget boost in Senate hearing DAF senior leaders presented a unified front to a Senate subcommittee justifying a historic budget request for fiscal 2027.
May 28, 2026 DAF announces top safety award winners for 2025 These top advocates have been lauded for weaving disciplined operations and meticulous risk management into every stage of their missions, from planning and preparation to execution and final assessment.
April 27, 2026 Securing the ultimate high ground: how the Space Force is revolutionizing airborne target tracking The USSF is looking to secure the tactical high ground through its Space-Based Airborne Moving Target Indicator program: an initiative designed to provide the joint force with persistent vigilance over the battlefield, tracking airborne threats continuously from space.
June 26, 2025 Meink, Allvin, Saltzman outline strategies, priorities necessary to secure the nation DAF senior leaders highlighted the recent U.S. strike on Iran as a vivid example for what is possible – but also at risk – unless Congress ensures sufficient, uninterrupted funding for the Air Force and Space Force.
May 23, 2025 Department of the Air Force updated guidance on Implementing Policy on Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness (Accessions, Retention and Voluntary Separation, Identification) DAF released updated guidance for implementation of Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness, aligning with updated Department of Defense policy and addressing medical standards, accession, retention, and administrative processes for transgender Airmen and Guardians.
May 19, 2025 Air Force seeks partner for commercialized on-base lodging The Department of the Air Force is moving forward with plans to transition on-base lodging at 58 installations across the U.S. and its territories to a commercial partner through the COBL.