Air Force News Wire

Marine seeks Katahdin memorial for Maine's fallen

Marine seeks Katahdin memorial for Maine's fallen
David Cote, a Bangor native and Marine Corps major who is stationed in Washington, D.C., has an idea to honor the 46 service members from Maine who have died in the global war on terror. He calls it "The Summit Project."
1 hour 26 min ago

VFW to offer services for vets at center in Kerrville, Texas

VFW to offer services for vets at center in Kerrville, Texas
The long-awaited veterans center at the former National Guard armory in Kerrville, Texas, opened its doors for veterans and their families Monday.
1 hour 53 min ago

Commentary: Cause for hope — and fear — in Pakistan

Commentary: Cause for hope — and fear — in Pakistan
There is reason for hope in Nawaz Sharif's victory in the recent Pakistani elections. Sharif, who has twice served as Pakistan's prime minister, has said he wants to build a more robust democracy. But there is also ample reason for caution.
2 hours 51 min ago

Two bombings kill four, injure dozens in Dagestan

Two bombings kill four, injure dozens in Dagestan
Twin explosions rocked the capital of Dagestan on Monday, killing four people and injuring dozens in the Russian region most recently known for its association with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects.
3 hours 33 min ago

WikiLeaks hearing focuses on classified evidence

WikiLeaks hearing focuses on classified evidence
The Army private who gave more than 700,000 secret U.S. documents to WikiLeaks is returning to Fort Meade for the last scheduled hearing before his military trial next month.
3 hours 34 min ago

Egyptian army in Sinai after suspected Islamists snatch soldiers

Egyptian army in Sinai after suspected Islamists snatch soldiers
Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi ordered army reinforcements to the restive Sinai on Monday amid rising tensions there over the kidnapping of seven soldiers by suspected Islamist militants.
3 hours 45 min ago

Can I join the US Air Force?

If you are interested in joining the US Air Force, the following information will hopefully be helpful. But remember, sometimes the information will change with little or no warning, and so your best bet is to get in touch with an Air Force recruiter since their information is always up-to-date! Read more »

Basic Training

Basic Training in the Air Force is similar to the other branches of service. The Air Force wants you to learn the "right way" to do things - their way. During basic you can expect a lot of exercise, learning, and stress, but you will also (hopefully) graduate with new found skills, discipline, and mental toughness. Read more »