News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Jan. 4, 2024
DAF looking for Airmen, Guardians for grueling Army Ranger School

Through the Air Force Security Forces Center’s Ranger Assessment Course, DAF candidates are taught, coached, tested and evaluated for nomination to the grueling 62-day Ranger School experience.
Dec. 20, 2023
WAR Center conducts capstone event

Airmen assigned to the 19th Airlift Wing participated in the Warrior Airmen Readiness Center capstone event to further prepare Airmen for combat scenarios at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Dec. 15, 2023.
Sept. 28, 2023
Help available for DAF Airmen, Guardians, civilians in event of lapse in appropriations

Assistance to reduce potential impacts in the event of a government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians, and their families is available through various means.
June 5, 2023
Air Force announces FY23 Legacy Aviation Bonus Program

The Legacy AvB Program builds upon the previous years' offers to decisively shape and retain experienced rated officers to meet Air Force retention, training and mission-readiness requirements to maintain lethality of the force.
March 21, 2023
Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians

The DAF approved several uniform initiatives for implementation effective April 1.
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.
June 27, 2022
Little Rock AFB selected to host ANG C-130J Formal Training Unit

Four C-130J Hercules will replace aging C-130Hs to establish the FTU, which will ensure aircrews gain the experience and knowledge needed to operate the newer aircraft.
April 6, 2022
AFIMSC delivers Air Force EOD team competition to enterprise

Thanks to a collaboration between the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center and headquarters Air Force Civil Engineering, Air Force explosive ordnance disposal teams now have a new program to build camaraderie, show their skills, learn from each other and get the chance to be named Air
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. 30, 2021
DAF authorizes pass for COVID booster

“We strongly encourage all Airmen, Guardians, and DAF federal employees to receive a booster. As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, we need to do everything possible to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities—that means getting a booster,” said Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz