It’s now easier for new parents to leave Air Force, Space ForceBefore the policy change, only women were allowed to leave the Air Force after childbirth or adoption.By Rachel S. Cohen19 months ago
Air Force aims for smoother, fairer performance reviews for officers "Static closeout dates" for officers will start taking effect this year for a more predictable professional development process.By Rachel S. Cohen20 months ago
Unvaccinated active duty airmen will soon be barred from moving to new assignmentsNearly 97 percent, or 316,000, of the 326,000 active duty airmen are fully vaccinated.By Rachel S. Cohen23 months ago
The promotion outlook: What lies ahead for Air Force officers and enlisted airmenPersonnel management updates aim to reward both good performance and time in service; give airmen with different skill sets a fairer shot at promotion; and judge people on their character and competence rather than popularity.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago
Hair, hands and hosiery: Air Force overhauling outdated rules on airmen’s looksThe Air Force is introducing hot-weather uniforms, allowing morale patches on Fridays and more.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago
Enlisted airmen can earn up to $360,000 in retention bonuses in these fieldsHigh retention is still limiting the number of airmen eligible for reenlistment bonuses.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago