Air Education and Training Command News

Air University, AETC leaders discuss warfighter development, operational learning

Billy Blankenship — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:03:00 GMT

Air University hosted Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training Command, June 3-4 at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., for discussions on professional military education modernization, leader development and operational learning across the Department of the Air Force.

Silent Whisper: Sharpening the Readiness of Sheppard AFB Defenders

Benjamin Remmert — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:17:00 GMT

Airmen from the 82nd Security Forces Squadron at Sheppard Air Force Base are sharpening their readiness through Silent Whisper, a field training exercise designed to prepare service members for the realities of deployed environments.

Early OT flying brings T-7A closer to operational use

Katherine C. Gandara, Public Affairs Advisor — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:38:00 GMT

The 412th Test Wing and the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center’s Detachment 5 flew the first joint sortie in a T-7A Red Hawk at Edwards Air Force Base. This flight positions the Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force to begin combined developmental and operational test flights, ultimately accelerating capability for the warfighter.

Demolition of USAF Regional Hospital Sheppard AFB

1st Lt. Rainy Ellis — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:40:00 GMT

Constructed in 1963, the hospital was a familiar landmark for thousands who lived, trained and served at Sheppard. Today, its demolition reflects the Air Force’s continued investment in facilities that better support patient care, medical readiness and the future of Team Sheppard.

SERE team strengthens Altus AFB Airmen readiness

Airman 1st Class Emma Wright — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:40:00 GMT

Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialists from Tinker Air Force Base and Will Rogers Air National Guard Base led Altus AFB Airmen through Water Survival Refresher Training at Altus AFB, Oklahoma, July 10, 2026.

Looser takes command of Air Force Global College

Senior Airman Tanner Doerr — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Col. Andrew Looser assumed command of Air University’s Air Force Global College from Col. Damion Holtzclaw during a change of command ceremony July 10, 2026.

CSAF Letter to the Force on Standards

Pentagon News — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:34:00 GMT

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen on standards.

Fly More for Less: Innovative FTCOE Pipeline Overhaul Saves Millions, Wins General Spencer Award

Benjamin Faske — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:45:00 GMT

The 19th Air Force Flying Training Center of Excellence (FTCOE) Curriculum team won the 2025 General Larry O. Spencer Innovation Team Award at the Air Education and Training Command (AETC) level during a ceremony here July 10.

Headquarters Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Welcomes New Commander

Captain Rachael Parks — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:38:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Colonel Michael Fleming assumed command of the Headquarters Air Force Reserve

U.S. Air Force Academy cadets tour military working dog facility at JBSA-Chapman Training Annex

Marcus Robins — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Academy cadets toured the military working dog kennels at Joint base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex on June 5, 2026.

47th STUS welcomes new commander

Airman 1st Class Kylie Rabb — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:14:00 GMT

47th Student Squadron (STUS) Airmen bid farewell to Lt. Col. Aaron Borszich 47th STUS outgoing commander, and welcomed Lt. Col. Dane Coppini, 47th STUS incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony here, July 10, 2026.

59th Medical Wing begins new chapter under Col. Tracy K. Bozung

Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:30:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Tracy K. Bozung assumed command of the 59th Medical Wing during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, July 9, 2026.

LEAP Scholars bring unifying effort to massive CENTAM Guardian exercise

Pentagon News — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:11:00 GMT

When regional security and humanitarian crises call for a unified, multinational response, clear communication is just as important as tactical proficiency.

14th Flying Training Wing Change of Command

TSgt Javier Cruz — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:55:00 GMT

The official Change of Command ceremony for the 14th Flying Training Wing took place on 8 July 2026, between outgoing commander Col. James J. Blech and incoming commander Col. Joshua D. Jensen from the 58th Special Operations Wing, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico.

Tech. Sgt. promotion cycle correction

Pentagon News — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:04:00 GMT

The AFPC identified and corrected a scoring key error for the 3P071 (security forces) Specialty Knowledge Test during the 26E6 promotion cycle.

U.S. Air Force pilot continues tradition on his own path

Airman 1st Class Kevin Jones — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT

He knew he was destined to serve in the United States military and always had a certain service academy in mind.

Luke Commander meets with 3rd German Air Force Commander

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:15:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, right, and German Air Force

Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-13

Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:04:00 GMT

Twenty-two U.S. Air Force officers were awarded the coveted silver wings as a symbol of their hard work and training during their graduation ceremony held July 1, 2026.

19th Air Force welcomes new commander

Benjamin Faske — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:57:00 GMT

Brig. Gen. Travolis Simmons assumed command of Nineteenth Air Force, July 2, 2026.

U.S. Air Force reassigns advanced intelligence formal training units to enhance

Air Combat Command Public Affairs — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:26:00 GMT

The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces advanced intelligence formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command.