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

Air Force Retiree Council convenes to discuss issues

The 2014 Air Force Retiree Council met in May to discuss issues important to retirees and surviving spouses, and receive briefings on various subjects important to the retiree community.This was the first time the council convened since 2012. Last year's annual meeting was cancelled because of

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

Air Force ready if called upon for Iraq

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 here June 17.Speaking to the Defense Writers Group, the Air Force's top official acknowledged the

Revamped USAFWS program takes flight

The U.S. Air Force Weapon School unleashed the next stage of its newly revamped graduate program here June 9.The 5-month program includes a revised integration phase, significant changes to each Weapons Instructor Course syllabus and changes to the Core I and II academic blocks brought on as a

Beat heat illness: Stay cool, hydrated

Summer heat brings dangers for man’s best friend

As summer continues to funnel its way into Las Vegas, temperatures continue to soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Many people enjoy a day at the pool and barbeques, but others enjoy time with pets.It is important to remember the proper precautions to take in order to keep pets safe from heat related

99th SFS hosts joint odor training for local K-9s

VA Begins Monthly Inspections to Restore Scheduling Integrity

Acting Veterans Affairs Secretary Sloan D. Gibson today directed all of the department's medical center and health care system directors to conduct monthly in-person reviews of scheduling practices in every clinic within their jurisdiction.Site inspections will include observing daily scheduling

Mobile maintenance keeps you driving

Having a flat tire or a dead battery on your government owned or leased vehicle can limit your productivity for the day, but mobile maintenance can help you out at any time day or night.The 99th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle management flight customer service section can provide mobile