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US Air Force scraps plan for new capabilities command

The Integrated Capabilities Command was a priority for retiring Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, but will now be folded into Air Force Futures.

By Stephen Losey

5 days ago

Air Force: Qatar air force facility in Idaho ‘in the works for years’

The defense secretary's announcement that the U.S. will allow Qatar to build an air force facility in Idaho mirrors other ally accommodations.

By Carla Babb

7 days ago

Is it time for the Army to stop defending Air Force air bases?

An Air Force officer argues the Air Force can no longer rely on the Army for base protection.

By Michael Peck

9 days ago

US Air Force drone wingmen to get own squadrons, chief nominee says

Air Force chief of staff nominee Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach said the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve could be considered for their own CCA squadrons.

By Stephen Losey

13 days ago

Gen. Wilsbach tapped to replace Allvin as Air Force chief

Wilsbach, an experienced fighter pilot with 40 years in uniform, was slated to retire before being tapped as the Air Force's next top general.

By Stephen Losey

3 weeks ago

Chief of staff’s exit won’t leave gap at top of Air Force, Meink says

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin's retirement, announcement halfway through the typical four-year term, surprised many last month.

By Stephen Losey

4 weeks ago