May 20, 2026 ICBM test launch verifies system reliability Air Force Global Strike Command conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile at 12:01 a.m. Pacific time May 20 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.This routine launch, designated GT 256, was scheduled years ago, and is not in response to world
May 19, 2026 National Defense Strategy prioritizes America first, leader says The United States will prioritize theaters with the greatest consequence for national interests and where only American power can play a decisive role, said Daniel Zimmerman, assistant secretary of war for international security affairs, who spoke during a hearing before the House Armed Services
May 15, 2026 DAF updates religious accommodation process, eliminates Religious Resolution Teams The DAF has updated DAFI 52-201, modifying the religious accommodation process for Airmen and Guardians.
May 14, 2026 101 Critical Days of Summer safety hazards Your safety is critical this summer and it is essential to be aware of potential dangers and take appropriate precautions to stay safe during the summer season. Remember to prioritize safety, plan for the unexpected and always be mindful of your surroundings. Stay safe!
May 8, 2026 AFMC hosts CMSAF, Enlisted Force Development Panel to shape future leaders AFMC hosted CMSAF Wolfe and other senior enlisted leaders for the Spring 2026 Air Force Enlisted Force Development Panel to shape future Air Force leaders.
April 30, 2026 War Department's $1.5 trillion budget proposal includes sizable nuclear triad investments The War Department aims to modernize the U.S. nuclear triad — including air, land and sea weapons — and the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal includes ample investment to make that happen, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during testimony on Capitol Hill.
April 29, 2026 Reauthorizations accelerate tech for War Department The reauthorization of a couple of small business technology programs opens the gates for the War Department to get cutting-edge technology more quickly into the hands of warfighters.
April 28, 2026 DAF launches plan to bolster AI workforce The DAF recently approved a new strategy to build and maintain a highly skilled AI workforce to secure a technological and competitive advantage.
April 22, 2026 DAF releases data, AI strategies to accelerate military dominance These strategies provide a strategic roadmap for the department to become an AI-first force, operationalizing data and AI as decisive force multipliers and strategic assets to maintain air and space dominance from the boardroom to the battlefield.
April 21, 2026 Budget request directs record $338.8 billion to Air Force, Space Force to meet 'challenges of today and tomorrow' The Department of the Air Force unveiled a $338.8 billion budget proposal, a significant boost in funding designed to sharpen readiness, continue modernizing the fleet and underwrite deterrence while ensuring that any threat to national security can be met and, if necessary, defeated.