Jan. 1, 2022 DAF authorizes pass for COVID booster “We strongly encourage all Airmen, Guardians, and DAF federal employees to receive a booster. As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, we need to do everything possible to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities—that means getting a booster,” said Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz
Dec. 27, 2021 DAF processes religious accommodations requests Each request is individually reviewed by Religious Resolution Teams at the wing, garrison, major command and field command levels, which are made up of chaplains, medical providers, judge advocates, and other subject matter experts.
Dec. 17, 2021 301 FW fabrication flight manufactures the mission to keep F-16s combat ready Much like a car, military aircraft require regular maintenance, including replacing worn out or damaged parts. Airmen from the 24th Fighter Squadron Aircraft Structural Maintenance team monitor aircraft and fabricate the necessary parts themselves.
Dec. 8, 2021 Department of the Air Force releases COVID-19 policy The Department of the Air Force released its policy today outlining the way forward for Total Force military members serving in the Air Force and Space Force who have requested separation or retirement prior to Nov. 2, 2021, or whose COVID-19 medical exemption or religious accommodation was denied.
Dec. 3, 2021 Department of the Air Force reaches 95% Total Force vaccination rate This final deadline for Department of the Air Force service members to be fully vaccinated resulted in more than 95% of the total force having at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Nov. 17, 2021 Winter's beauty can be deadly As winter approaches, days are colder, snow begins to fall and the calmness of the season can be anticipated; however, the season can also bring stress, anxiety, frustration and constant fatigue when thoughts turn to the holidays and the multitude of activities that comes with them.
Oct. 22, 2021 MyVector updates help connect Airmen, Guardians MyVector is one of the many tools Airmen and Guardians can use to enhance their career development, including tracking personal development and assignments, writing performance evaluations, and connecting with mentors as well as mentoring others.
Oct. 20, 2021 DAF expands civilian employee assistance program The Department of the Air Force expanded its Employee Assistance Program Oct. 1, following a recent contract award by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center.
Oct. 16, 2021 AFRC Gen. Lew Allen Trophy recipient 301 FW Commander Col. Allen Duckworth announces the Air Force Reserve Command's Gen. Lew Allen Trophy, Maintenance Category Award recipient.
Oct. 15, 2021 301 FW captain promotee - Capt. Myers 301 FW Commander Col. Allen Duckworth announces the wing's newest captain.