Latest "Air Force birthday" stories

It’s been a bad week on social media for military appreciation

For a nation enamored with supporting our troops, we sure seem to know very little about the individuals being supported.

By Jon Simkins and Davis Winkie

3 years ago

The long road to an independent Air Force

The Air Force celebrates its 73rd birthday today. But its creation was controversial for decades.

By C.V. Glines. Aviation History

3 years ago

Got ideas? Air Force seeks theme for 75th anniversary

Following World War II and the signing of the National Security Act by former President Harry S. Truman, the Air Force was established in 1947. By choosing a theme each year, the Air Force seeks to highlight the service’s history, advancements, emerging technology and warfighting capability.

By Dylan Gresik

3 years ago

Air Force secretary: ‘We are a service that is too small’

As the Air Force marks its 70th birthday, it’s facing a series of challenges unlike any other in its history.

By Stephen Losey

6 years ago

On the Air Force’s 70th birthday, its chief uses the past to guide the future

Nearly the entire history of flight can be traced while circling Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein’s Pentagon office.

By Stephen Losey

6 years ago

Big names — and some surprises — expected during annual AFA conference

This year’s Air, Space and Cyber conference in National Harbor, Maryland, is going to be the biggest in years, officials said — and there will be a few surprises as well.

By Stephen Losey

6 years ago

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