March 13, 2026 DAF announces updates to Military Leave Program The DAF released an update to DAFI 36-3003, Military Leave Program, which incorporates changes mandated by the Department of War and streamlines leave policies to ensure Airmen and Guardians are fully aware of their entitlements.
March 2, 2026 Air Force modernizes Physical Fitness Program to bolster readiness, long-term health The modernized program is anchored in scientifically grounded health measures and a more rigorous assessment model. The goal is to enhance warfighter readiness by encouraging Airmen to build durable fitness habits that support sustained, career-long performance.
Feb. 24, 2026 Wilsbach outlines strategy for confronting adversaries, Air Force success In his first major address since becoming Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ken Wilsbach highlighted readiness and how the service is responding to a complex and ambiguous strategic environment.
Jan. 15, 2026 Air Force Safety Center announces Unit Risk Forecasting tool The tool utilizes over a decade of historical safety data, unit personnel data, predictive capabilities, and mitigation strategies developed by safety professionals to give commanders and decision makers a visual toolkit to minimize risk at the unit level.
Jan. 9, 2026 Air Force announces updates to dress and appearance regulation The Air Force releases guidance on its dress and personal appearance policy Jan. 9 providing updated standards for Airmen.
Jan. 6, 2026 Air Force updates fitness test requirements Changes from the September 2025 announcement include a shortened physical fitness diagnostic testing period to end in June and the option for either the 2-mile run or the 20-meter High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run every six months.
Sept. 24, 2025 Air Force updates physical fitness program In support of the “Culture of Fitness” initiative, the Air Force unveiled changes to its Physical Fitness Assessment and a new fitness program.
Sept. 5, 2025 78th Air Base Wing conducts Combat Readiness Exercise 25-03 The 78th Air Base Wing conducts a combat readiness exercise at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, Aug. 18-22, 2025.
Aug. 7, 2025 From Thermometers to Ventilators: 78th BMETs help save Airmen lives, from Robins to front line The 78th Healthcare Operations Squadron Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) at Robins Air Force Base are vital to ensuring the 78th Medical Group can provide critical care. These technicians maintain and repair all medical equipment, from thermometers to ventilators, ensuring they are
July 31, 2025 78th Civil Engineer Squadron’s ‘DirtBoyz’ keep installation grounded in mission readiness The "DirtBoyz" of the 78th Civil Engineer Squadron at Robins Air Force Base are essential for maintaining the base's infrastructure and operational readiness. They handle a wide range of tasks, from repairing underground utilities and securing the perimeter fence to ensuring flight safety by