Air Force Financial Responsibility
Air Force members are expected to properly manage their financial affairs. Here are the basic rules for Air Force Financial Responsibility. Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)
The LOAC (also known as the Law of War, or LOW), arises from a desire among civilized nations to prevent unnecessary suffering and destruction while not impeding the effective waging of war. A part of public international law, LOAC regulates the conduct of armed hostilities. It also aims to protect civilians, prisoners of war, the wounded, sick, and shipwrecked. ABCs of the ASVAB
The ASVAB is the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Test. Test results determine (1) whether or not one qualifies for military service, and (2) if so, what jobs they qualify for. The ASVAB consists of nine sub-tests which results in an overall ASVAB score and various ASVAB sub-test scores. Preparing for Air Force Basic Training
Multi-part online training course for preparing for Air Force Basic Military Training. In part 3 of enlisted history, the post-vietnam era. Preparing for Air Force Basic Training
Part 2 of Air Force Enlisted History, a study program for Air Force Basic Training. In Part 2, The Vietnam-era. Preparing for Air Force Basic Training
The history of our modern Air Force is a story of a proud heritage. It is an account of events, and jet fighters, but mostly it is a record of professionalism, duty, and honor. The history of the Air Force focuses on air power in times of war -- as it should. Whatever job you have after basic training and technical school, you will play a part in preparing the Air Force to support our national policy with all the air power at its disposal. United States Flag Procedures
Reveille is the signal for the start of the official duty day. Because the time for the start of the duty day varies between bases, the commander designates the specified time for reveille. If the commander desires, a reveille ceremony may accompany the raising of the flag. This ceremony takes place in the vicinity of the base flagstaff and is held after sunrise. U.S. Flag Customs and Procedures
The military retreat ceremony serves a twofold purpose. It signals the end of the official duty day and serves as a ceremony for paying respect to the flag. Because the time for the end of the duty day varies, the commander designates the specific time for the retreat ceremony. Air Force Customs and Courtesies
Air Force military customs and courtesies go beyond basic politeness; they play an extremely important role in building morale, esprit de corps, discipline, and mission effectiveness. Customs and courtesies ensure proper respect for the chain of command and build the foundation for self-discipline. Only in New York
Located in the heart of New York City, the Times Square Armed Forces Recruiting Station never really has a "typical" day. Its location and notoriety make it one of the most interesting duty assignments in the Marine Corps. Enlisted Aircraft Mechanics Eligible for A&P License
The Department of Defense (DoD) partnered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to give enlisted aircraft mechanics in the military the same credentials as their civilian counterparts. Under the new program, military enlisted aircraft mechanics who meet the basic qualifications can receive an FAA A&P (airframes and power plants) license. All Soldiers to Wear U.S. Flag on Uniforms
All Soldiers can now wear the U.S. flag insignia on the right shoulder of their utility uniform, as a continued reminder that the Army is engaged in a war at home and abroad. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Peter Schoomaker approved the uniform item Feb. 11, and all Soldiers have until Oct. 1, 2005 to get the insignia sewn on their uniforms. Army Shadow 200 UAV
The Shadow 200 Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle system provides brigade-level commanders with real-time intelligence of what is happening on the ground - day or night, while being virtually undetectable. The secret is its ability to fly at extremely high altitudes while using advanced imaging systems capable of seeing from great distances. Some Soldiers in Iraq to Receive Extra Pay
About 1,500 Soldiers are eligible to receive an extra $1,000 a month for being involuntarily extended in Iraq and Afghanistan. Officials from the Army and the Office of the Secretary of Defense identified 12 units, mainly from Germany, where Soldiers will receive an incentive package if they meet certain requirements. Air Force Dress & Appearance
The present Air Force uniform with its authorized badges, insignia, and devices is plain, yet distinctive, providing the appearance of a military professional. Wearing the Air Force uniform means carrying on a tradition—one that identifies the person as a member of a historical unit, a close-knit society, quietly assured of his or her competence and professionalism. Air Force Dress and Appearance
The Air Force military uniform combinations developed slowly into what is worn today. During this evolution, uniform design changed from one of many devices to a very plain one. The present Air Force uniform with its authorized badges, insignia, and devices is plain, yet distinctive, providing the appearance of a military professional. Air Force Policy on Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Piercings
The Air Force policy concerning body art, tattoos, body piercings, and body mutilations. Preparing for Air Force Basic Training
The Air Force is in the business of responding to natural disasters and enemy attacks, so you're required to learn the alarm signals early on (by the end of the first week of training). Preparing for Air Force Basic Training
At various times throughout your Air Force career, you'll be required to "report" to a military superior. "Reporting" is a very old military custom. To be truthful, however, (with the exception of basic training), today's Air Force is a little more relaxed, and there are only certain instances when one is required to "report." Air Force Enlisted Rank (Insignia) History
There is no documented official rationale for the design of the present USAF enlisted chevrons, except the minutes of a meeting held at the Pentagon on 9 March 1948, chaired by General Hoyt S. Vandenberg, Air Force Chief of Staff. These minutes reveal that chevron designs were sampled at Bolling Air Force Base and the style used today was selected by 55% of 150 airmen polled. U.S. Navy High Speed Vessel (HSV)
The Navy is experimenting with a second aluminum-hull High Speed Vessel, HSV 2 Swift. Swift is the successor to HSV 1 Joint Venture and brings new transformational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team. At 321 feet, Swift is faster than most ships, with a top speed of almost 50 knots. The catamaran hulls draw only about 11 feet of water, making the ship ideal for missions in shallow coastal waters. Army Military Police (MPs) Deployed
Ever wonder what life is like for an Army Military Police (MP) company deployed to a hostile fire area? Well, hardly a day goes by when the soldiers of the 341st Military Police Company don't experience some sort of hostile activity. New Temporary Health Benefits for Reserve Members
The Department of Defense has announced that it will implement the “2004 Temporary Reserve Health Benefit Program” for certain eligible Reserve Component sponsors and their family members. The Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act and the National Defense Authorization Act authorized new health benefits, some permanent and some temporary. There are three temporary Tricare benefit provisions included; some are effective as of Nov. 6, 2003, and all expire Dec. 31, 2004. When the National Guard Deploys
It is different when a National Guard unit deploys. The "total force" includes active duty and reserve component service members. And while the missions that like units go on are identical, there are differences in the way active duty and reserve components deploy. Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor, Part 8
All of the services offer laser eye surgery to their military personnel. The procedures are limited, and there is specific criteria to meet in order to be eligible. Our favorite sea-going sailor, STG1 Patrick Long recently had the procedure done, and was kind enough to share the experience with us in his continuing series about life aboard a U.S. Navy Ship, Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor. | 