Dec. 21, 2023 First Sergeant's Corner: Caring This month's AFMC connect is about Caring. Caring is at the forefront of not only being a First Sergeant, but an Airman in the United States Air Force. It is part of our Airmen’s Creed; “Never leave an Airman behind.” According to Webster’s Dictionary, caring is defined as “displaying kindness and
Dec. 21, 2023 Reporting Fraud, Waste or Abuse is everyone’s responsibility The Inspector General’s Office offers a safe, private, and confidential setting where anyone can discuss personal or professional concerns. One area of assistance is preventing fraud, waste, or abuse because it is a potential problem that can drain significant resources and ultimately rob American
Dec. 21, 2023 Hanscom AFB retiree returns each December to spread holiday cheer A longtime former base employee has become a beloved figure during the holiday season here. After nearly 27 years in the military and another 15 years as a federal civilian, retired Senior Master Sgt. Steve Tupeck continues to serve at Hanscom AFB, albeit in a different capacity.
Dec. 21, 2023 AFWERX Year in Review 2023 2023 was a historic year for AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force and a directorate within Air Force Research Laboratory, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. AFWERX brings cutting edge American ingenuity from small businesses and start-ups to address the most pressing
Dec. 20, 2023 ‘I just love that dog,’ retirement reunites handler, military working dog Military working dog Zorro, assigned to the 78th Security Forces Squadron at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, recently reunited with his previous handler, Staff Sgt. Autumn Smith, following his retirement from active duty.
Dec. 20, 2023 Missile Community Cancer Study Round 1 environmental sampling results release The U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine and AFGSC released the complete results of the Round 1 Environmental Sampling effort at Malmstrom AFB, Montana, F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming, and Minot AFB, North Dakota, today.
Dec. 20, 2023 AFWERX Spark, DOD partners train Airmen to pitch ideas with confidence AFWERX Spark and other Department of the Air Force innovators gathered Nov. 14-16 in Moraine, Ohio, to create a curriculum for teaching Airmen and Guardians who want to effectively pitch innovative ideas to high-ranking military officers and civilians.
Dec. 20, 2023 Navigating Leadership Dynamics: Embracing Likability! "Leaders shouldn't aim to be liked. They should strive to be respected. We don't have to agree with every decision. We need to align with their visions and admire their values. Trust isn't granted for competence alone. It's earned through caring about people and principles."
Dec. 20, 2023 DAF announces Spark Tank 2024 finalists The Spark Tank team presented the top 15 ideas identified through pairwise voting and subject matter expert evaluations from this year’s pool of submissions. DAF senior leaders convened to review and discuss the merits of each idea, reaching consensus to identify Spark Tank 2024’s six finalists.
Dec. 20, 2023 Calling all athletes: DAF sports opportunities are waiting for you Calling all Airmen and Guardians to represent their service, face the best athletic competition in the U.S. Armed Forces, make connections, build resiliency and serve as an example for others.