News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Nov. 4, 2023
Black Knights take off for JPMRC 24-01

The 19th Airlift Wing is participating in the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) 24-01 training exercise in Hawaii, Oct. 27-Nov.13, 2023. Participating in this exercise will sharpen Mobility Airmen’s readiness to distribute the Joint Force and ensure strategic deterrence in any
Jan. 4, 2023
AETC completes inaugural Force Development Environment Assessment focused on year 2030

The goal of the Force Development Environment Assessment is to provide senior leaders with the most probable factors impacting the future of force development to help accelerate the change needed to produce combat-credible warfighters through education and training.
Nov. 17, 2022
Forging the next generation: BMT leads the way

Following a 16-year run, Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training, or BEAST, has come to an end and is being replaced with training exercise PACER FORGE, as part of Air Force basic military training.
Jan. 28, 2022
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. John Hashman

Staff Sgt. John Hashman, 61st Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, is recognized as the Combat Airlifter of the Week, Jan. 31, 2022.
Jan. 24, 2022
Department of the Air Force WAGGI survey release

The ‘Where Airmen and Guardians Get Information’ survey provides department leaders and communication professionals with insights on how to provide Airmen and Guardians with relevant information through multiple internal and external sources.
Jan. 18, 2022
Civilian Development nomination window opens, eligibility expanded

Civilian Airmen and Guardians can apply for up to four programs by submitting their application, resume and additional documents, when prompted, through MyVector. Applicants must self-nominate no later than Feb. 25.
Dec. 20, 2021
CSAF Spouse announces Five & Thrive initiative

The Five & Thrive platform aims to encourage, support and build thriving military families by tackling challenges and enhancing preventative measures through partnerships and sharing of best practices.
Dec. 15, 2021
WAPS adjusts for 22E6, 22E5 testing cycles

Starting with the 22E6 and E5 promotion testing cycles, the Air Force will begin using Situational Judgment Test questions as part of the Promotion Fitness Examination.
Nov. 12, 2021
Air Force releases alternate component fitness score charts

After announcing the components in July, over 9,000 data points were collected to determine the point values for each component by assessing approximately 2,000 Airmen from 23 installations.
Oct. 8, 2021
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Jessica Pacheco

Staff Sgt. Jessica Pacheco, 19th Operations Support Squadron NCO in charge of aircrew flight equipment, is recognized as the Combat Airlifter of the Week October 11, 2021.