2+ week, 3+ day ago (444+ words) The U.S. Air Force is updating its dress and personal appearance guidance, with a handful of changes slated to take effect this Friday, according to a memo obtained by Military Times. The updates to the guidance, which specifically highlight amendments to the wear of morale shirts and name tags, are meant to boost "connection and esprit de corps" within the force, the memo states. "Our uniform reflects years of Airmen bound by a proud heritage and united in shared purpose," the memo states. "It connects us to those who came before and signals professionalism, discipline and continued unity in today's force." Recently appointed Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach signed the memo, which first publicly circulated on the unofficial Facebook page Air Force amn/nco/snco. Starting Friday, Air Force personnel who are not deployed, participating in an exercise…...

5+ day, 17+ hour ago (437+ words) A United States airman at Joint Base San Antonio joined rare company recently when he was adorned with the khaki cover and fouled anchors awarded to the Navy's newest chief petty officers. Air Force Master Sgt. Atif Siddiqui officially entered the chief's mess upon completion of a six-week program that puts CPO hopefuls through all manner of mental and physical trials. Siddiqui, a member of the 326th Training Squadron, 37th Training Wing, was nominated to participate in the course by a fellow airman who had similarly earned the unique achievement, according to a service release. Nomination by a fellow chief petty officer is one of numerous approvals needed prior to beginning the program, according to the Navy. Due to the significant time investment, noncommissioned officers like Siddiqui must also get permission from their parent chain of command prior to embarking in the…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago (319+ words) Wolfe, who most recently served as command chief master sergeant of Air Combat Command in Virginia, will replace Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi as the service's top enlisted leader ... Wolfe tapped as Air Force's new top enlisted leader Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe will serve as the 21st chief master sergeant of the Air Force, the service announced Thursday. Wolfe, who most recently served as command chief master sergeant of Air Combat Command in Virginia, will replace Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi as the service's top enlisted leader. Flosi announced his retirement last month following the unexpected death of his wife in September. "The selection of Chief Wolfe as our 21st Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force is the right decision during this critical time for the Air Force," Air Force Secretary Troy…...

5+ day, 20+ hour ago (1149+ words) About 2,100 military household goods shipments were delayed during the government shutdown, even though they had been funded to move in late September with fiscal 2025 dollars, according to officials with the Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force. That represents about 20% of the approximately 11,000 permanent change of station shipments during that time. The 2,100 shipments do not match the number of service members affected, because there is often more than one shipment associated with each service member's move. Meanwhile, the task force, established in May by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has already taken steps to improve the process of moving service members' household goods, some of which helped address problems during the shutdown. The task force operations center and call center set up this summer have been "knee deep" in addressing problems during the shutdown, Army Maj. Gen. Lance G. Curtis, the task…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago (291+ words) The U.S. Air Force is extending separation dates for airmen and guardians by 60 days due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, affecting roughly 50 airmen and Space Force guardians who were scheduled to have their last day of active duty this November, an Air Force spokesperson confirmed to Military Times. "The service members affected have scheduled separation dates but have not yet received separation orders to leave the service," the spokesperson said. The Air Force notified service members of the extension through an email that was sent to the force Thursday and obtained by Military Times. The government shutdown prohibits the service from administering costs associated with the separations and approving separation orders, prompting the need to extend their dates of separation, according to the email. "This extension of 60-days offers maximum flexibility, reducing the likelihood of multiple extensions in the event of…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (460+ words) An Iraq War veteran was killed Wednesday morning while attempting to intervene in an alleged domestic dispute involving an active-duty airman assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base. Just after 7 a.m., local dispatch authorities received multiple calls reporting a domestic disturbance in a Warrensburg, Missouri, neighborhood about 10 miles west of the air base. Once on scene, responding police located an armed suspect fleeing on foot. The suspect, who an Air Force spokesperson has since identified as Senior Airman Glyzua Ingram, proceeded to fire multiple rounds in the direction of the arriving officers. Army veteran Tony Barron, who previously deployed to Iraq as a member of the 101st Airborne Division, was on scene and, at an unspecified moment, attempted to intervene in the altercation. Ingram subsequently shot and killed Barron, according to a statement released by the Warrensburg Police Department. A female victim was…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (921+ words) The number of major accidents involving military aircraft spiked in 2024, internal Pentagon figures show, and a series of high-profile aviation mishaps with deaths and the loss of aircraft in 2025 suggest the disturbing trend may be continuing. Across the military, the rate of severe accidents per 100,000 flight hours rose 55% in the 2024 budget year compared with four years earlier. The Marine Corps saw the highest increase, nearly tripling its rate over the same period. An aviation expert noted that broader worsening trends are unlikely the result of a single factor but rather a reflection of multiple smaller issues that accumulate to create an unsafe culture. These issues include increased operational demands, riskier aircraft like the V-22 Osprey and interruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a significant curtailing of flying time across the military. But the rising number of serious accidents has…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago (329+ words) As the government shutdown dragged into its 31st day Friday, service members received their end-of-the-month pay, according to a spokesperson with the Office of Management and Budget. The Trump administration pulled the $5.3 billion payday from three different accounts: $2.5 billion from One Big Beautiful Bill Act funds; $1.4 billion from the Defense Department's procurement account; and $1.4 billion from the department's research, development, test and evaluation funds, according to the spokesperson. In a statement provided to Military Times, a Defense Department official said "President Trump is continuing to make good on his promise to take care of the troops" in spite of the shutdown. While the White House was able to pull together funds to pay troops on Oct. 15 and now Nov. 1, some officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, have said it's doubtful service members will receive pay on Nov. 15 unless the shutdown ends....

1+ week, 3+ day ago (264+ words) Whether they're feasting in dining halls, aboard ships, or at remote outposts, troops around the world are set to receive their Thanksgiving meals as 152,626 pounds of turkey have already arrived at their designated overseas locations, along with beef, ham, shrimp and the fixings, according to the Defense Logistics Agency. Even with the shorter timeline, that includes service members on board about a dozen ships participating in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific in their "Southern Spear" operation against drug cartels, which began a few months ago. The planning for the worldwide holiday food deliveries begins in the spring, when the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support team gets order forecasts from the services. DLA relays the information to their vendors around the world, and they begin ordering products for the meals. National Guard troops deployed to locations within the U.S. are also…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (1084+ words) The government pulled together funds to pay troops Oct. 15 and now Nov. 1, but officials said it's doubtful they'll be paid again if the shutdown persists. From hot dogs to haircuts, your Veterans Day deals await Service members, veterans and their families know that Veterans Day means much more than a discount or deal at their local eatery or store. Still, a number of businesses want to show their appreciation for those who serve or have served, so check out the deals below that honor your service. Our annual list of verified Veterans Day deals is here to help you navigate offers from restaurants, retail establishments and other businesses. If you plan wisely, you could fortify yourself with free breakfast, lunch and dinner while you head to stores with a trove of in-person and online markdowns. We'll update the list throughout…...