News - Category Innovation

Jan. 24, 2020
PMEL introduces a safer, efficient way of teaching

The 335th Training Squadron at Keesler AFGB has introduced a new way of teaching students of the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory career field in 2020 using a new virtual reality training experience to create a more interactive and efficient way of training.
Jan. 21, 2020
AETC, AMC team up on VR solutions for modern C-130 training

With technology constantly changing, the Air Force is actively seeking innovative methods to train today’s Airmen with tomorrow’s technology. The Air Force is committed to world-class training for Airmen by preventing stagnation in education through constant innovation to meet the needs of a new
Jan. 10, 2020
Pilot Training Next’s third class underway

Pilot Training Next begins the New Year with the start of the third iteration here Jan. 8.
Jan. 8, 2020
"The Air Force Starts Here" pod now on Spotify, Google Play

To better accommodate Android and Google mobile users, Air Education and Training Command’s professional development podcasts are now available for download or streaming listening on two new platforms beginning this month.
Jan. 3, 2020
Leaders never stop learning

A major part of becoming an effective leader is learning how to communicate efficiently with peers, leadership and subordinates.Although practice is the best learning tool, one must first understand how people communicate.
Dec. 27, 2019
Air Force sets foundation for energy optimization, lethality

As 2020 approaches and the Air Force prepares to take on the challenges of the next decade, we must also review our successes and lessons learned from the last year. For Air Force Operational Energy, 2019 was a year for laying the foundation to build a more optimized and lethal force in the years to
Dec. 24, 2019
The Space Force: Air Force Reservists to continue to support space operations

With the establishment of the U.S. Space Force as the sixth branch of service, members of the Air Force Reserve will continue to play an integral role in space operations and provide strategic depth for the Total Force.
Dec. 23, 2019
Leaders from across the Air Force gather to discuss Force Development advancement

Air Force leaders from the Total Force — active duty, guard, reserve, and civilian — gathered here Dec. 16-17, to discuss initiatives and collaboration for Force Development advancement across the Air Force.
Dec. 13, 2019
President's competition strengthens nation, DoD cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is essential to the Defense Department and our nation as it can protect identities, sensitive information, and ultimately protect lives. The DoD has identified cybersecurity as a priority to instill safety and protect government assets and information.The President’s Cup Cyber Security
Dec. 11, 2019
Training the MacGyvers of the Air Force

Spinstra, or Special Instrument Training, has moved out of the Brandenburg Hall to join the 312th Training Squadron, at the Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy, giving them more room and opportunity to train the 9S100s, Scientific Application Specialists.