NEWS - Tag readiness

May 12, 2026
Air Force, Boeing accelerate KC-46 upgrades to target readiness

The plan pursues three primary lines of effort: repurposing early-built aircraft for immediate operational impact, accelerating the Remote Vision System 2.0 retrofit schedule and implementing a targeted performance-based logistics effort to resolve systemic readiness challenges.
May 11, 2026
Building a Fit and Ready Force

Building a ready force does not happen overnight. It is shaped through consistent choices, daily discipline and the routines people build over time to stay physically and mentally prepared. Whether through organized fitness, wellness resources or simply making time to move each day, readiness is
May 5, 2026
Hanscom AFB Airman finishes 30th at Boston Marathon, sets personal record

The 2026 Boston Marathon marked the 130th running of the world-renowned competition and highlighted a significant accomplishment for one of Team Hanscom’s premier athletes.1st Lt. Ryan Johnson finished 30th overall (14th among Americans) out of this year’s 30,000 official entrants.
May 4, 2026
Air Force greenlights T-7A Red Hawk for production following Milestone C

The Air Force recently approved initial production of 14 T-7A aircraft, spares and trainers to get the next generation training capabilities into the hands of instructor pilots and students as quickly and safely as possible.
April 29, 2026
Forging warrior-leaders: SecAF underscores USAFA’s vital role in national defense

The SecAF engaged with cadets and leadership during a visit to the U.S. Air Force Academy, reinforcing his priorities of modernization and readiness.

Air Force, Boeing accelerate KC-46 upgrades to target readiness

Building a Fit and Ready Force

Hanscom AFB Airman finishes 30th at Boston Marathon, sets personal record

Air Force greenlights T-7A Red Hawk for production following Milestone C

Forging warrior-leaders: SecAF underscores USAFA’s vital role in national defense