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Air Force aims for smoother, fairer performance reviews for officers

"Static closeout dates" for officers will start taking effect this year for a more predictable professional development process.

By Rachel S. Cohen

13 months ago

U.S. Air Force Maj. Joseph Butters administers the oath of office to U.S. Air Force Capt. Devin Mulvanny at a promotion ceremony during Exercise Relampago VI at Comando Aereo de Combate Number 5 in Rionegro, Colombia, on July 19, 2021. (Senior Airman Duncan Bevan/Air Force)

The promotion outlook: What lies ahead for Air Force officers and enlisted airmen

Personnel management updates aim to reward both good performance and time in service; give airmen with different skill sets a fairer shot at promotion; and judge people on their character and competence rather than popularity.

By Rachel S. Cohen

18 months ago

How airmen are assigned jobs gets a fresh look from new Air Force panel

A new Air Force panel will rethink how the service assigns troops to new jobs, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne Bass said Monday.

By Rachel S. Cohen

24 months ago

Commentary: Farewell to ‘Ned Stark’

The colonel who sparked debate across the Air Force is retiring, and shares some parting thoughts.

By Col. Jason Lamb

3 years ago

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