Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Airman Katelynn Moeller

DM News Episode 9: PTL- Leading and Encouraging Fitness

355th Wing

Nov. 3, 2014 | 1:18

"His waist was about 42 inches and that was about 20 days before his test. We gave him some advice about nutrition and a couple of other things... and he came in and actually measured in at about a 39."
~TSgt Rod Brunner
NCOIC, Fitness Assessment Cell

For most Airmen, the only time we deal with the Fitness Assessment Cell is when we're due for our PT Test, but they're here for a lot more than just counting laps. Here's a look at the F.A.C. and how they can help with your overall fitness. A short by Amn Katie Moeller.