New recruiting programs put Army, Air Force on track to meet goalsAfter several difficult years, the Army and Air Force say they are on track to meet their recruiting goals this year.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press9 days ago
Fewer airmen could receive bonuses for tough jobs in 2025The Air Force's fiscal year 2025 budget includes plan to cut $4 million and more than 700 airmen from the special duty assignment pay program.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown2 weeks ago
Air Force extends enforcement deadline for new body composition testAirmen and guardians have at least six more months before they can be punished for failing to meet the new body composition standard required in PT tests.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown2 weeks ago
OpinionHow addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisisThere are many factors that contribute to the recruiting crisis facing the military, but at least one of them is within the Pentagon's power to fix.By Joe Schuman6 weeks ago
Air Force recruiting rebounds while Army, Navy still struggleAir Force recruiting boss Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein said Tuesday he is “cautiously optimistic” about staying on track for the rest of the year.By Rachel S. Cohen2 months ago
Congress approves Space Force part-timers, but still no Space GuardA new Space Force structure approved in the 2024 defense policy law may create more flexibility for troops.By Jonathan Lehrfeld and Rachel S. Cohen3 months ago