News

March 4, 2019
Innovation at 16th TRS puts control of learning in students' hands

Innovating through inspiration from AETC's beta-testing of a new cloud-based learning services ecosystem, the 16th Training Squadron at Holloman AFB, New Mexico is diversifying how they train their MQ-9 Reaper student pilots and sensor operators - by putting the power of learning into the student's
Jan. 31, 2019
19th AF, AFWERX collaborate on “Learning Next” flying training initiatives

Key stakeholders for three 19th Air Force flying training pipelines gathered at the AFWERX facility in Las Vegas Jan. 14-18 to identify key problem areas and determine executable solutions for the start of the command’s “Learning Next” initiatives.
Jan. 30, 2019
US Air Force Academy advertises new enlisted academic instructor positions

For the first time in Air Force Academy history, enlisted Airmen will be deliberately hired for faculty teaching positions. The Air Force Personnel Center began announcing Jan. 23 the need for senior noncommissioned officers to fill enlisted academic instructor positions at the school. While
Jan. 30, 2019
335th TRS powers up manpower course

The 335th Training Squadron recently released the new manpower apprentice course. The improved training course allows students to learn the fundamentals of the manpower career field in a more hands-on environment. “The career field managers have completely revamped the course,” said Lt. Col. Steven
Jan. 28, 2019
US Air Force Academy advertises new enlisted academic instructor positions

For the first time in Air Force Academy history, enlisted Airmen will be deliberately hired for faculty teaching positions. The Air Force Personnel Center began announcing Jan. 23 the need for senior noncommissioned officers to fill enlisted academic instructor positions at the school. While
Jan. 24, 2019
Small idea makes big impact for 97 TRS students

The 97th Training Squadron just made it that much easier to get information as a student.
Dec. 28, 2018
Air University’s new leader development course helps squadron commanders ‘thrive’

Air University’s newest course will help future squadron commanders thrive – not just survive – in command positions. Structured as a foundational course that builds on leadership experiences and education, the new Leader Development Course for Squadron Command equips potential commanders with the
Dec. 14, 2018
Inter-American Air Force Academy accepts first U.S. student

The Inter-American Air Force Academy has fostered positive international relationships with Latin American countries for quite some time, but their latest alliance is making history right in front of them at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.
Nov. 15, 2018
AETC command chief visits Team Mildenhall

Chief Master Sgt. Juliet Gudgel, command chief master sergeant of Air Education and Training Command, visited RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 14, 2018, to gain insight on what training currently looks like for Airmen.Air Education and Training Command is reimagining how Airmen are developed, through a
Nov. 5, 2018
97 AMW First Wing to Receive Cutting-Edge Simulator

The Altus AFB Fire Department is the first in the Air Force to use a virtual reality fire fighting simulator, ensuring safer operations and saving money.