Source: United States Airforce
More than 500 newly-selected chief master sergeants underwent the inaugural Chief Initial Mission Command Training hosted by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi.
Defense News in Brief: Around the Air Force: US Air Force Academy Commencement, Modernizing Pilot Training, Hurricane Hunters
Source: United States Spaceforce
In this week’s look Around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink delivers a commencement address to the U.S. Air Force Academy’s class of 2025, the T-7A Red Hawk is the future of pilot training, and Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters are ready for the Atlantic hurricane season.
Defense News in Brief: Secretary of the Navy Addresses Naval War College 2025 Graduates
Source: United States Navy
NEWPORT, RI— In his first visit to the professional military education institution, Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan delivered the commencement address at the U.S. Naval War College’s (NWC) summer graduation ceremony onboard Naval Station Newport, June 13.
Defense News in Brief: USS San Diego, USS Rushmore Join USS America in Sydney
Source: United States Navy
SYDNEY — Amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47), and embarked elements from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in Sydney, Australia, for a routine port visit while conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, June 15.
Defense News in Brief: USS America Arrives in Sydney
Source: United States Navy
SYDNEY – Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), the flagship of the America Strike Group, arrived in Sydney, today, June 14, for a scheduled port visit. The ship carries embarked Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and is currently conducting routine operations in the South Pacific.
Defense News in Brief: Blue Ridge Arrives in Guam
Source: United States Navy
APRA HARBOR, Guam – U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Guam for a routine port visit, June 14. This is Blue Ridge’s first visit to the island since 2020.
Defense News in Brief: Boosting readiness: AETC’s plan to train 1,500 pilots annually
Source: United States Airforce
To maintain air superiority, project global power and ensure national security, the U.S. Air Force requires a consistent supply of trained aviators—specifically, 1,500 pilots per year.
Defense News in Brief: AFAS expands financial support, launches streamlined application to better serve Airmen, Guardians
Source: United States Airforce
The Air Force Aid Society announced a series of bold changes aimed at better supporting the evolving needs of Airmen, Guardians, and their families.
Defense News in Brief: CMSAF Flosi engages with Little Rock AFB Airmen
Source: United States Airforce
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Little Rock Air Force Base, engaging with Airmen from across the Total Force and gaining insight into the installation’s unified approach to the mission.
Defense News in Brief: Microreactor pilot reaches major project milestone
Source: United States Airforce
The Department of the Air Force, in coordination with the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Office, reached a critical milestone in piloting advanced nuclear energy technology with the issuance of a Notice of Intent to Award to Oklo, Inc.