Space Force

The Defense Department is providing resources that will feature useful information for veterans who may have been impacted by the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. View the full article

The 527th Space Aggressor Squadron was recently named the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) Outstanding Level II Electromagnetic Warfare Unit of the Year, a testament to their success of exposing the joint force to the physical and psychological rigors of going toe-to-toe with a thinking, breathing adversary. View the full article

The Department of the Air Force’s top officials provided a series of keynote speeches and panel discussions at the Air and Space Forces Association 2023 Air, Space and Cyber Conference Sept. 11-13. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force has begun its service dress prototype wear testing, which will continue for three months as Guardians evaluate and provide feedback on the durability, functionality and comfort of the new uniform design. The wear tests signify the final stage of uniform development prior to production and force-wide distribution. View the full article

At the Department of the Air Force's Coaching site, members can explore how to find a professional coach and become a coach. View the full article

Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force Roger A. Towberman transferred responsibility for his role as the Space Force’s top enlisted officer to Chief Master Sergeant John F. Bentivegna in a Change of Responsibility ceremony Sept. 15. View the full article

With so many users worldwide – both civilian and military - depending on the accurate positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) information provided by the Global Positioning System (GPS), it’s not surprising that Space Systems Command has a specialized branch responsible for certifying its accuracy. The GPS Certification Branch is a specialized team within SSC that is responsible for certifying the hardware, software, and firmware used in GPS systems. View the full article

Department of the Air Force leaders and their spouses discussed changes and challenges that have impacted military families during a panel at the Air and Space Forces Association’s 2023 Air, Space and Cyber Conference Sept. 13. View the full article

In the face of a growing number of threats, the Air and Space Forces need to consider how to maintain Air and Space Superiority with limited manning, capacity and budget. View the full article

Reflecting on progress, emphasizing the importance of Core Values, and looking toward the future of the Space Force, Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force Roger A. Towberman delivered his final keynote address as the highest enlisted senior leader of the service to a crowd of Guardians and Airmen at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference Sept. 12. View the full article

A warfighting mindset and amplifying the Guardian Spirit are essential for the U.S. Space Force, now View the full article

Chief of Space Operations, Gen. Chance Saltzman, offered a portrait of space on Sept. 12 that is increasingly crowded and dangerous, requiring new thinking, innovation and unity of action to ensure America’s security and stability in the space domain View the full article

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman announced two new Integrated Mission Delta provisional units, scheduled to activate in Fall 2023. View the full article

Department of the Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall presented a detailed tutorial Sept. 11 for why the Air Force and Space Force must modernize and adapt quickly to ensure the nation’s security and interests are protected. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force has begun its service dress prototype wear testing, which will continue for three months as Guardians evaluate and provide feedback on the durability, functionality and comfort of the new uniform design. The wear tests signify the final stage of uniform development prior to production and force-wide distribution. View the full article

The Space Force has announced its new mission statement - “secure our Nation’s interests in, from, and to space.” View the full article

DAF celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Air and Space heritage in September 2022 and commissioned the art to help tell the stories of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force enlisted 16 new Guardians on Aug. 30 to stand up the Space Force's Ceremonial Honor Guard program; each member was intentionally boarded and selected to serve as the program's initial cadre. View the full article

A senior U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal officer who spent decades tackling one of the most prevalent threats on the modern battlefield has set his sights on a new warfighting domain. View the full article

The revised provisions of section 701 U.S.C. title 10 reduced the maximum amount of accrued leave that may be retained by a service member at the end of the FY from 120 days to 90 days. View the full article

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman visited the 147th Attack Wing in Houston, Texas, August 18, 2023. Saltzman’s visit highlighted the importance of seamless integration and collaboration in the air and space domains. View the full article

The United States Space Force selected two institutions under the University Consortium Research Opportunity 2.0/Space Strategic Technology Institute 1 to facilitate applied research in the areas of Beyond Geostationary Earth Orbit Operations and Space Domain Awareness. View the full article

Today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin directed multiple actions to transform climate and enhance prevention of harmful behaviors at the Military Service Academies (MSAs). View the full article

The seventh annual Spark Tank event has launched with a call for innovative Airmen and Guardian idea submissions ahead of the Sept. 4 deadline. View the full article

The DAF opened a public comment period regarding recent updates to the background and methodology for Support of Military Families scorecards for spouse licensure portability and dependent education surrounding department bases. View the full article