Space Force

Vandenberg Space Force Base stands as a vital hub where Guardians and Airmen oversee launches that safeguard U.S. interests and uphold America’s edge in the space domain. View the full article

The Air Force Aid Society, AFAS, announced a series of bold changes aimed at better supporting the evolving needs of Airmen, Guardians, and their families. View the full article

Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, John Bentivegna, visited Buckley Space Force Base, Colo., on May 27, 2025. View the full article

U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, USSF Indo-Pacific commander, emphasized the critical role of space capabilities in ensuring stability across the Indo-Pacific region at Australian Space Summit 2025 on May 27-28. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force debuted its documentary, “Always Above," highlighting the service’s current-day capabilities in space and future efforts. View the full article

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink toured Mission Delta 3 (Electromagnetic Warfare) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, May 28, 2025. View the full article

The Department of the Air Force has opened a public comment period to detail recent updates to the background and methodology for Support of Military Families 2025 scorecards for spouse employment and public education surrounding DAF installations. View the full article

In his first public speech as the 27th Secretary of the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink reflected on the cadets’ time at the Academy. View the full article

Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman visited Space Systems Command at Los Angeles Air Force Base May 22, engaging more than 500 Guardian acquirers to discuss their outsized impact on missions across the Space Force and Department of Defense. View the full article

U.S. Space Forces Europe – Space Forces Africa is advancing multinational collaboration and readiness by bringing cutting-edge space-based capabilities and electromagnetic warfare expertise to exercise African Lion 2025. View the full article

An unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile launched during operational test Glory Trip 253: An operational test designed to verify the accuracy and reliability of the United States’ land-based nuclear deterrent. View the full article

On May 23, the Department of the Air Forcereleased updated guidance for implementation of Executive Order 14183, ‘Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness, aligning with updated Department of Defense policy and addressing medical standards, accession, retention, and administrative processes for transgender Airmen and Guardians. View the full article

Secretary of Air Force Troy E. Meink delivers his first letter to the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. View the full article

Remarks by Chief of Space Operations Gen B. Chance Saltzman at the USGIF GEOINT Symposium in St. Louis May 21, 2025. View the full article

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink, alongside Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief of Space Operations Gen. B. Chance Saltzman, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee View the full article

A joint team of AFGSC Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single Mark-21 High Fidelity Re-Entry Vehicle May 21 from Vandenberg SFB, Calif. View the full article

Secretary of Defense Peter B. Hegseth announced the 2025 recipients of the Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence May 16. View the full article

The Department of the Air Force is moving forward with plans to transition on-base lodging at 58 installations across the U.S. and its territories to a commercial partner through the COBL. View the full article

Summer is the time to enjoy the warm sunny days with family and friends but do it safely and never leave Mother Nature to chance and prepare for the unexpected. View the full article

Department of the Air Force Chief of Safety Maj. Gen. Sean Choquette released the recipients for the fiscal year 2024 Secretary of the Air Force and Chief of Staff Safety Awards, as well as the Air and Space Forces Chief of Safety Awards. View the full article

Senior military leaders, foreign military officers, and civic leaders gathered at Maxwell Air Force Base for the 2025 National Security Forum, held May 6–8, 2025. View the full article

Senior military leaders, foreign military officers, and civic leaders gathered at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, for the 2025 National Security Forum, held May 6–8, 2025. View the full article

Dr. Troy E. Meink was confirmed May 13 by the Senate as 27th Secretary of the Air Force. View the full article

Acting Secretary of the Air Force Gary A. Ashworth pens a farewell letter to the force View the full article

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman emphasized the critical role of partnerships and the growing strategic importance of space during his remarks at the 2nd International AeroSpace Power Conference in Rome. View the full article