News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Oct. 18, 2024
DAF announces new enlisted development and education policy

The changes are part of an ongoing effort to streamline and modernize Total Force enlisted development following the separation of DAFI 36-2670, Total Force Development, into more specialized instructions.
April 15, 2024
Political activity Dos and Don’ts for Airmen, Guardians, DoD employees

We can expect many opportunities for citizens to participate in the democratic process but with this in mind, it is important to be aware of specific guidelines that apply to service members and federal employees on acceptable behavior.
Jan. 8, 2024
Civilian Development Nomination Window opens Jan. 10

Civilian employees in the grades of GS-07 through GS-15 (and equivalents) may apply for more than 40 civilian development opportunities starting Jan. 10.
Jan. 3, 2024
National Museum of the US Air Force opens new exhibit honoring the enlisted force

A new exhibit highlighting the Department of the Air Force’s enlisted personnel is the newest permanent exhibit at the national museum of the USAF.
May 21, 2023
Air Force, Space Force to offer medals, promotions for recruiting support

Airmen and Guardians can now receive decorations or promotions through recruiting referrals under the new Airman and Guardian Referral Program.
March 21, 2023
Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians

The DAF approved several uniform initiatives for implementation effective April 1.
July 26, 2021
Senate confirms Kendall to be Air Force Secretary

Frank Kendall won confirmation from the Senate July 26 to be the 26th Secretary of the Air Force, placing an official with decades-long service in defense issues in the top civilian job at a time when the department is navigating new global challenges and wide-reaching modernization efforts.
Sept. 8, 2020
Department of the Air Force delegates approval authority for nonchargeable emergency leave of absence

Unit commanders or civilian directors may now grant an emergency leave of absence for qualifying emergencies, including the death or serious medical condition of an immediate family member, or any other hardship the commander or director determines appropriate.