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Force Development Defined

Force Development is a holistic, learner-centered approach that deliberately connects our Airmen’s training, education and experiences throughout their careers to Develop the Airmen We Need to succeed in complex, multi-domain operational environments.  For current information on many force development initiatives, click here to jump to the Learning Professionals and FD Credentials Division web page.

  • Installation excellence: Bryan Hall renovation

    The 338th Training Squadron’s training facility, Bryan Hall, will undergo a $30.4 million renovation, the largest awarded renovation project in the 81st Contracting Squadron’s history.

  • Combat Capability Demonstration held by 363rd Training Squadron

    The 363rd Training Squadron put theory into practice for Weapons and Ammunition Airmen in Training during a Combat Capability Demonstration November 9, 2023, here. With AiTs cheering them on and the rain pouring down, instructors from the weapons and ammo schools engaged in a friendly competition to

  • Fueling the Fight

    As one of the busiest Air Education and Training Command (AETC) bases in the United States, Columbus AFB hosts AETC’s largest aircraft fleet and generates approximately 48 thousand annual sorties for 230 aircraft with 344 Instructor Pilots executing a $160 million dollar flying hour program. None of

  • 17 TRW partners with ASU ROTC for Drill Down

    Goodfellow Air Force Base hosted the 17th Training Wing Drill Down Competition at Mathis Field, November 17. Angelo State University ROTC cadets; the 312th, 313th and 315th Training Squadrons; as well as the 533rd TRS Detachment 1, competed against each other in two categories: drill movement and

  • Chief reflects on first Foundations IOC

    On Nov. 16, 2023, we celebrated a momentous achievement, as 31 newly graduated Airmen, guided by six exceptional instructors, took the stage. Their accomplishments marked the successful completion of 32 hours of instruction for the inaugural initial operational capability of the Junior Enlisted

  • RPP application process open through Dec. 9

    Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen who are interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2024 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program now through Dec. 9, 2023.