May 8, 2026 Department of the Air Force announces Homestead ARB as candidate for future F-35A basing The Department of the Air Force approved Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, as the candidate location in the most recent round of Air Force Reserve Command F-35A basing decisions.
May 4, 2026 944th Fighter Wing sharpens readiness during Desert Hammer 26-2 The exercise focused on Mission Ready Airmen skills, aeromedical mission-essential tasks and civil engineer Ready Airmen Training objectives.
April 20, 2026 919th SOW Tests Full-Spectrum Readiness in Wing Exercise The exercise focused on the 919th SOW's core Mission Essential Tasks by establishing a FOB and executing complex operations in a simulated austere location. The training was specifically designed to replicate a challenging and restrictive operational environment.
Feb. 23, 2026 Air Force issues new guidance to streamline Line of Duty decisions for Reservists, Guardsmen on extended active-duty orders The Department of the Air Force released updated guidance intended to accelerate Line of Duty determinations for Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard members serving on extended active‑duty orders.
Dec. 2, 2025 Hurricane Hunters wrap up 2025 season after flying into three Category 5 storms The squadron flew 927.9 hours this year across the Atlantic, eastern Pacific and central Pacific basins, collecting critical data that improved forecasts, saved lives and once again, demonstrated the unit's no-fail mission.
Dec. 2, 2025 Update on recent DAF efforts In a memorandum to commanders, the SecAF and CSAF said: “The Air Force must be prepared to fly and fix so we can fight and win. We will maintain this posture through increased focus on readiness and modernization in a commander-focused service.”
Nov. 18, 2025 Wilsbach formally installed as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach was formally installed as the Department of the Air Force's highest ranking military leader Nov. 18.
Aug. 1, 2025 19th AW, mission partners deliver during DLE 25 Airmen from Little Rock AFB teamed up with Dyess AFB in DLE 2025, a large-scale training event and includes elements designed to test and refine the U.S. Air Force's rapid global mobility capabilities.
July 16, 2025 STARR, Stripes programs reward Airmen, Guardians referrals Two programs, Stellar Talent Acquisition Recruiting Referral and Stripes for Referrals, aim to incentivize all Airmen and Guardians to inspire the next generation to serve in the Air Force and Space Force.
July 14, 2025 AMC forces launch for DLE 2025 to elevate rapid global mobility Spanning more than 3,000 miles, this exercise will provide the opportunity for Airmen in multiple nations to work alongside allies and partners. Together, they will employ new concepts of operations in a realistic environment, delivering invaluable training for the joint force and showcasing rapid