Jan. 2, 2025 DAF updates waiver policies for asthma, hearing loss, food allergies The Department of the Air Force holds strict medical accession standards but can grant waivers in specific cases. The new policy expands previous guidance in several areas, including asthma, hearing loss and food allergies.
Dec. 31, 2024 AF Year in Photos This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Dec. 30, 2024 Katherine Jeffery represents Hanscom Air Force Base at acquisition awards The Defense Acquisition Awards represent the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, defense agencies and field activities. Jeffery, along with other award winners for this year, were honored during a ceremony at the Defense Acquisition University in Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Dec. 20, 2024 Air Force re-opens competition for select platforms in Next-Generation Ejection Seat program The decision follows analysis of industry information in response to a Sources Sought notice in August 2024, which gathered critical input from industry partners on the NGES program and allowed the program team to gain valuable insights and technical feedback from potential vendors.
Dec. 17, 2024 New Prescription Refill System Coming to Military Pharmacies: What To Know Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health Agency is upgrading to a new prescription refill system at military pharmacies. The new Interactive Voice Response system will help standardize refill notices.