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The most important thing we do in the @usairforce is fly and fix aircraft.
The DAF is streamlining the COVID-19 reinstatement process, reducing delays for eligible former Airmen & Guardians seeking to return to service.
See what changed.
F-15 and F-35 fighter squadrons secured combat certification after executing live-fire missile strikes alongside @RoyalAirForce aircraft during Combat Archer UK '26.
See how we validate our air-to-air lethal edge:
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The Air Force adopted a new acquisition framework to rapidly upgrade weapons systems & outpace evolving threats.
Read how we are accelerating combat capability 👇
Congratulations on your confirmation, Gen Schiess! Air superiority is directly tied to space superiority and interwoven in everything we do. Looking forward to serving alongside you as a Joint Service Chief.
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Huge congrats to Lt Gen Doug Schiess on his Senate confirmation as the 3rd Chief of Space Operations! Having worked closely with him, I know his ops depth & vision are exactly what we need to continue accelerating capabilities and protecting our nation. I also want to extend my deepest gratitude to Gen Chance Saltzman for his leadership during a period of massive transformation. The @USSpaceForce is more ready because of you both.
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See how our Airmen & advanced platforms build combat readiness around the globe.
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On November 6, experience the story of a legend in the film @jimmymovie2026 telling the incredible story of how Jimmy Stewart paused his Oscar-winning career to serve his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, valuing service over stardom.
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Access official training guides, scoring charts & wellness resources to prepare for your next physical fitness assessment.
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Two Air Force veterans received the Purple Heart at the Pentagon for wounds sustained during a 2003 attack in Kuwait.
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Congratulations to our 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year! You represent the very best of our Air Force.
Generating airpower, sharpening tactical skills & securing the mission.
See how our Airmen maintain our combat edge worldwide in some of this week's photos here and more at
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Today is the deadline for most Airmen to record their waist-to-height ratio measurement in myBodyComp.
ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS.
Voiced by @jockowillink.
REAL OPERATORS. NOT ACTORS.
Original score performed by more than 100 military band members.
This is a TRIBUTE to the modern American warfighter—and to every warrior whose sacrifice carried the mission forward.
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569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron defenders stress-tested tactical communication & base defense under simulated combat conditions. When multiple threats hit at once, clear radio traffic is what keeps our teams coordinated & lethal.
Read how they manage the chaos 👇
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U.S. forces began launching strikes against Iran at 8 p.m. ET today. The strikes are a powerful response to yesterday's attempted Iranian attacks on U.S. forces based in the Middle East.
Teaming piloted fighters with semi-autonomous aircraft to extend our reach & dominate contested skies. See how Collaborative Combat Aircraft are redefining the future of air combat 👇
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Aircraft arresting systems—the critical line of defense to stop tactical fighters in an emergency. If these barriers are down, we don't fly.
See how they secure the flightline 👇
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The @usairforce KC-135 Stratotanker, a refueling tanker aircraft, expands operational reach, strengthens readiness and keeps America's military prepared at any moment.
SERE specialists recertified Altus AFB Airmen in advanced water survival tactics to build instant muscle memory for worst-case ocean landings.
When emergencies happen over water, survival requires immediate execution & zero hesitation.
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