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  • Earlier this year, the Air Force Aid Society rolled out a new logo. This new logo represents an homage to a rich heritage strongly rooted in our connection to the U.S. Air Force, and a nod to our exciting future directions as the official charity serving and supporting a diverse, evolving Total Force. This is especially meaningful as we celebrate 75 years of Helping Airmen this year. The design choices represented in our new AFAS logo were purposeful and carry much symbolism and meaning. We’ve created this informative anatomy infographic to share the deeper meaning and connections within

    Air Force Aid Society assistance now available to Reservists in all statuses

    The Air Force Aid Society is now providing emergency assistance to all Airmen and Guardians, regardless of duty status. Before the change in policy took effect on May 6, only Reservists or Guardsmen on an active-duty status were eligible for AFAS emergency assistance.
  • Honor guardsman hands folded American flag to crying female Airman.

    First Sergeant's career a blessing to others

    Citizen Airmen often serve long and storied careers in the Air Force Reserve. It’s less common for members to earn the distinction of serving 35 years like Senior Master Sgt. Kim Perez, first sergeant for the 2nd Special Operations Squadron. Perez celebrated her retirement ceremony at Duke Field, Florida, on May 1, 2021, exactly 36 years to the day
  • A 919th Special Operations Wing patch sits on an operational camouflage pattern backdrop at Duke Field, July 7, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Gentile)

    Wing announces June promotions

    The following 919th Special Operations Wing enlisted Citizen Air Commandos were promoted in the month of June.
  • The New DRL AF Connect Feature

    AFRC launches Digital Age Resiliency tool on AF Connect

    Reserve Citizen Airmen are now able to access Developing Resilient Leader, or DRL, content on demand on any device from one easy-to-access location on the Air Force Connect app. The DRL Digital Age Learning Content Wall of the Air Force Reserve Command’s AF Connect page was designed to be an easy-to-access and user-friendly hub for DRL-related information, documents and links. The content will provide resiliency material for AFRC’s 74,000 Airmen, with new content added on a scheduled basis for commanders to use and present as needed.
  • Hurricane Michael making landfall along the Florida Panhandle

    2021 hurricane season begins

    Hurricane season is June 1 to November 30. The 2021 tropical forecast is for another above average Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.  
  • Physical fitness testing will resume July 1, 2021. Several changes have been made to the test to include increasing scoring for push-ups and sit-ups from 10 to 20 points each, five-year age groups and the waist measurement no longer being required. The Air Force has also worked on alternative strength and cardiovascular testing exercise options with plans to announce them in the coming weeks.

    Air Force releases updated fitness test score breakdown

    Without the waist measurement as a scored component, push-ups and sit-ups will increase from 10 to 20 points each, while the 1.5-mile run will remain at 60 points. Scoring will fall into five-year age groups, as opposed to the previous 10.
  • Graphic describes updated COVID-19 guidance from the 96th Test Wing.

    Policies change for fully vaccinated

    The updated Department of Defense policy on mask wear allows more flexibility for vaccinated individuals on situations where masks are required. The Eglin installation commander, Brig. Gen. Scott Cain, 96th Test Wing commander, revised Eglin’s mask-wear policy due to the new DoD guidance for vaccinated personnel issued on 13 May 2021.The below
  • A gas mask on a table next to a piece of paper displaying a graph.

    5th SOS tests new aircrew mask for C-130 enterprise

    The 5th Special Operations Squadron demonstrated the unique capabilities of the unit while testing a new protective mask for the 53rd Wing.  The squadron tested the Joint Service Aircrew Mask for Strategic Aircraft, which is slated to replace the current Aircrew Eye and Respiratory Protection System equipment. The equipment protects aircrew against
  • Airman opens binder.

    Command Post: decisive response vital to mission success

    The 919th Special Operations Command Post controllers operate as an information center, acting quickly to keep the base running.
  • A Special Tactics Training Squadron facility is renamed after U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Roland.

    24th SOW renames training facility after fallen STO

    A Special Tactics Training Squadron facility is renamed after U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Roland, a special tactics officer who died in combat near Camp Antonik, Afghanistan, Aug. 26, 2015, at Hurlburt Field, Florida, May 6, 2021. Roland was awarded the Silver Star Medal June 1, 2016, for his courageous actions on that fateful day in 2015.
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