News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Nov. 19, 2020
Department of the Air Force restores previous military tuition assistance cap and AF COOL funding

The Department of the Air Force restored military tuition assistance to $4,500 per fiscal year and Air Force Credentialing Opportunities Online preparatory course funding for fiscal year 2021, effective immediately.
Nov. 18, 2020
A Tale of Two Air Forces: How the Tuskegee Airmen bridged the divide

The Tuskegee Airmen were not only pilots, they were support personnel as well – weather forecasters, communications professionals, aircraft mechanics, nurses, administrative people, and more. Even though the team was better known for flight, it takes many people to get a plane off the ground.
Oct. 15, 2020
Department of the Air Force Recognizes Energy Awareness Month

The theme for Energy Awareness Month 2020 is “Energy Able, Mission Capable.”
Sept. 2, 2020
CSAF outlines strategic approach for Air Force success

The directive is a mixture of Brown’s expectations for what is required to ensure air superiority and for the Air Force to fulfill its mission to defend the United States and its interests. Though only 8-pages, the document spans a range of critical topics that touch on doctrine, Air Force culture,
July 7, 2020
Vice Chief’s Challenge submission deadline extended

The submission deadline for the Vice Chief’s Challenge has been extended to Aug. 7.
June 9, 2020
Senate confirms Brown to be 22nd Air Force chief of staff on unanimous vote

The U.S. Senate confirmed Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., June 9, to be the 22nd Air Force chief of staff, clearing the way for the decorated pilot and experienced commander to become the first African American in history to lead a branch of the U.S. military as its highest-ranking officer.
May 14, 2020
Mental Health Awareness Month: Resiliency, wellness

The goal of the Wellness and Resiliency Program is to help ensure there is a resilient community being built and maintained throughout all areas of a wounded warrior’s life to include their physical, spiritual, mental and social fitness. During COVID-19, the team assists warriors, caregivers and

Department of the Air Force restores previous military tuition assistance cap and AF COOL funding

A Tale of Two Air Forces: How the Tuskegee Airmen bridged the divide

Department of the Air Force Recognizes Energy Awareness Month

CSAF outlines strategic approach for Air Force success

Vice Chief’s Challenge submission deadline extended

Senate confirms Brown to be 22nd Air Force chief of staff on unanimous vote

Mental Health Awareness Month: Resiliency, wellness