Sept. 14, 2020 SECAF unveils new “eSeries” classification in nod to Department’s digital future A true paradigm shift, systems being considered for acquisition will be designed, developed and manufactured on a digital foundation, just like the Boeing eT-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer. The new process is part of the Department’s digital eSeries approach.
Sept. 11, 2020 DOD educates military service members, civilian employees on Social Security Payroll Tax Deferral In order to provide relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, a Presidential Memorandum was issued on August 8, 2020, followed by Internal Revenue Service guidance issued on August 28, 2020, to temporarily defer the withholding of Social Security taxes for certain individuals beginning September 1, 2020
Sept. 8, 2020 Department of the Air Force awards contract for new ICBM system that enhances, strengthens US triad The contract award of $13.3 billion is an investment in enhancing the United States’ nuclear deterrence, as it is the cornerstone of national security policy and fundamental in continued protection for the U.S. and its allies.
Sept. 4, 2020 Digital Campaign virtual industry event slated for Sept. 21 The event will be conducted via Microsoft Teams Live Event from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET and will be hosted by Dr. Will Roper, assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics, and Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., commander of Air Force Materiel Command.
Sept. 3, 2020 McMurry retires after ‘nearly perfect’ career WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – Lt. Gen. Robert D. McMurry, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander, retired Sept. 2 after more than 35 years of service in the Air Force. Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., Air Force Materiel Command commander, officiated the ceremony in Kenney Hall. Covering
Sept. 3, 2020 Department of the Air Force to survey members on interpersonal violence The Department of the Air Force will soon survey total force Airmen and Space Professionals about their experiences surrounding interpersonal violence.
Sept. 3, 2020 Air Force seeks dress and appearance ideas through new crowdsourcing campaign Airmen and civilians are invited to submit ideas beginning Sept. 3.
Sept. 2, 2020 DHA launches new Air Force military hospital and clinic websites The transition to the TRICARE.mil domain incorporates new layouts and adds helpful features to enhance the user experience and provide easier access to information about the local military hospital or clinic and the TRICARE benefit in one place.
Sept. 1, 2020 Wright-Patt child development programs implement DOD active-duty priority policy WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Child development programs at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are now following a Department of Defense policy that makes providing child care for children of active-duty service members a top priority. The policy went into effect on Sept. 1.Kristine Freels,
Aug. 27, 2020 Installation commanders are key in privatized housing success Following full analysis and inputs from more than 45,000 residents, the Air Force's enterprise-wide effort to improve privatized housing program by actively engaging residents and families, and increasing installation commander input is showing positive results.