Beale AFB STEM capabilities inspire new generation

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Headline: Beale AFB STEM capabilities inspire new generation

Students from For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology came to Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 3, to be a part of FIRST robotics founder and Chief of Space Operations civic leader, U.S. Space Force, Dean Kamen’s, high altitude flight in a U-2 Dragon Lady and to witness first-hand capabilities of the U.S. Air Force. 

FYSA: SecAF Frank Kendall

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Headline: FYSA: SecAF Frank Kendall

FYSA: SecAF Frank Kendall. For your situational awareness, it’s going to take “One Team, One Fight” for the Air Force to compete, deter, and win today and into the future. In this episode, the 26th Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall outlines some of his priorities that he hopes will ensure an edge over near-peer competition, including: bolstering relations with defense industry partners; taking care of the families of Airmen and Guardians; getting meaningful military capabilities into the hands of Airmen and Guardian operators; closing the gap on disparity in the forces; and of course, protecting the health of the Total Force by making sure everyone is safeguarded from the COVID-19 virus.

Cyber career field looks to develop agile, all-in-one Airmen

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Headline: Cyber career field looks to develop agile, all-in-one Airmen

Chief Master Sgt. Victor Cordero Jr., the Air Force’s cyberspace support career field manager, said enlisted leaders have embraced Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.’s vision of accelerating change and developing agile Airmen by creating a cyberspace career field and curriculum that modernizes training while promoting mission assurance and success.

Developing Self: An Airman’s Foundational Competency

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Headline: Developing Self: An Airman’s Foundational Competency

In episode 51 of “The Air Force Starts Here” podcast, Col. Mark Coggins, competencies division chief, and Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, speak about Developing Self, the first category in the Airman’s Foundational Competencies.

Cadet graduation returns to Falcon Stadium for Class of 2021

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Headline: Cadet graduation returns to Falcon Stadium for Class of 2021

In all, 1,019 cadets graduated in front of a select crowd in the stands containing no more than eight of their family members and friends, a safety and health precaution set in place for the ceremony as the Academy continues to operate during the pandemic within Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Defense Department guidelines.

DAF releases update on telework, remote work guidance

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Headline: DAF releases update on telework, remote work guidance

The DAF guidance memorandum, DoDI1035.01_DAFI 36-816 Telework Program, provides necessary clarification and expands the Department’s use of telework and remote work based on current lessons learned, pending a comprehensive review of the Department of the Air Force telework program.

New active component added to Air National Guard KC-135 at Eielson AFB

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Headline: New active component added to Air National Guard KC-135 at Eielson AFB

The department plans to add four additional KC-135s and up to 220 additional active duty personnel making it a total force unit and increasing the squadron’s total KC-135 aircraft to 12. The personnel will be reassigned from within the Air Force.

US Air Force names first overseas-based F-35A squadron

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Headline: US Air Force names first overseas-based F-35A squadron

In Norse mythology, Valkyries are female figures who choose those that will live or die in battle. RAF Lakenheath is in the east of the United Kingdom, an area with extensive Viking and Norse history. Additionally, the 495th FS motto, “Mala Ipsa Nova,” in Latin, means “Bad News Itself.” Both factors emphasize “Valkyries” as an extremely suitable nickname for the UK-based unit.

Commander addresses Reserve Mobility capabilities at A/TA 2020

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Headline: Commander addresses Reserve Mobility capabilities at A/TA 2020

Lt. Gen. Richard W. Scobee, chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, highlighted Total Force integration, the Reserve’s rapid response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Reserve’s unique weather reconnaissance, aerial spray and aerial firefighting missions during the Airlift/Tanker Association’s 52nd annual convention, symposium and technology expo Oct. 27-29. This year’s event was held virtually due to ongoing COVID-19 health concerns.

Air University’s Barnes Center begins beta-testing for ALS DLC

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Headline: Air University’s Barnes Center begins beta-testing for ALS DLC

The ALS DLC curriculum focuses on four outcome-based, multimedia modules; leadership, culture, problem-solving and mission. The modules contain 22 lessons, each based on national strategic documents, which prepare front-line Guard and Reserve enlisted leaders with the most pertinent information, critical to their development as leaders.