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. 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. 11, 2024 Department of the Air Force releases installation re-optimization plan to enable capabilities for Great Power Competition The Department of the Air Force released its Installation Infrastructure Action Plan today to adapt its installations to the challenges of Great Power Competition.
Dec. 3, 2024 Additional reimbursement authorized for pet transportation from countries with higher rabies risk In response to the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regulation, the Defense Department has updated the Joint Travel Regulations to accommodate service members transporting a household pet during a PCS move from a high-risk country.
Nov. 19, 2024 Air Force to evaluate Hanscom AFB for Air Force Information Dominance Systems Center The Department of the Air Force identified Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, as the sole candidate location to host the headquarters for the new Air Force Information Dominance Systems Center.