• Air Force fosters "warrior ethos" in all Airmen

    Whether it's the recent changes to basic military training, continual preparation for deployments, engaging in combat or new and better uniforms, Air Force leaders are instilling a warrior mindset in Airmen. That warrior ethos -- the foundation of what it means to be an Airman -- traces its roots to

  • New program lets Airmen speak their mind

    A group of Airmen and USAF civilians are being invited to become the Air Force's Internal Communication Assessment Group, called the ICAG. Internal communication refers to how the Air Force delivers information to Airmen and USAF civilians. Senior Air Force leaders want to know Airmen's interests,

  • Maintainers, pilots take aim at Combat Archer

    For the first time in three years, members of the 12th Fighter Squadron and its corresponding aircraft maintenance unit participated in a Weapons System Evaluation Program Feb. 20-March 2. Combat Archer, as it's more commonly known, is a two-week exercise, which provides training opportunities not

  • Military to resume mandatory Anthrax vaccination program

    On Oct. 12, 2006, the Deputy Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs ordered the resumption of mandatory anthrax vaccinations for designated military personnel, emergency-essential civilians and mission-essential contract employees. This order applies to personnel performing essential services while

  • TRICARE raises Alaska reimbursement rates

    To optimize access to care for its beneficiaries in Alaska, TRICARE Management Activity has launched a three-year demonstration project. As of Feb. 1, civilian physicians and other professional providers in Alaska will receive payment at a higher rate than the TRICARE maximum allowable charge in the

  • Chief of staff launches new Web site

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley launched a new Web site March 14 to tell Airmen what is of special interest to him. Known as "The Chief's Scope," it is designed to briefly highlight current topics General Moseley feels are important to America's Airmen. "The issues on my scope are

  • Refund check pays out to those who conserve energy

    Like the rest of the United States, utility costs in Alaska have dramatically risen over the past few years. This increase is particularly true when it comes to natural gas, which is the fuel used to heat your homes. Utility rate increases directly impact the utility allowance amount you receive