Latest "Master Sergeant" stories

Air Force promotions to lieutenant colonel grow more competitive

It's the most competitive round of on-time promotions to lieutenant colonel since the Air Force overhauled its selection process in 2020.

By Rachel S. Cohen

6 months ago

Nabbing a promotion to senior master sergeant a tad easier in 2023

One in 10 who sought promotion — from a pool of around 16,000 eligible master sergeants — will continue up the ladder.

By Rachel S. Cohen

9 months ago

Air Force promotes 1 in 5 eligible airmen to chief master sergeant

Airmen typically spend at least 22 years in uniform before making it to chief master sergeant, or E-9.

By Rachel S. Cohen

13 months ago

Air Force to promote fewer NCOs in bid to rebalance enlisted corps

"Although this news may be discouraging for some, this revision is absolutely needed,” Air Force personnel boss Lt. Gen. Caroline Miller said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

17 months ago

Senior NCO convicted of sex crime will be allowed to retire at a lower rank

Jeremy Zier, who had been chosen for promotion to chief master sergeant, will retire as a technical sergeant.

By Rachel S. Cohen

21 months ago

Air Force, Space Force pick 515 new chief master sergeants

About 18% of eligible airmen were chosen to become E-9s.

By Rachel S. Cohen

24 months ago

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