News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

July 21, 2023
Air Force reinstates special bonuses, pays, most PCSs

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- With additional support from Congress on several pending reprogramming requests, the Air Force will restore funding to most military personnel programs that were suspended or closed last week.The Air Force will restore the Selective Retention Bonuses and the Aviation Bonus
July 10, 2023
Air Force delays some PCSs, bonuses

Higher-than-projected personnel costs are driving a shortfall in FY23 military personnel appropriation. This will have temporary consequences for PCSs, SRBs, and aviation bonuses.
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.
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.
April 20, 2023
Cyber Direct Commissioning Program enhancement to onboard future cyber officers

The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce.
March 30, 2023
DoD announces new bereavement leave benefit for service members

The Defense Department announced new non-chargeable, paid bereavement leave benefit for service members.
March 25, 2023
DoD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families.
March 21, 2023
Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians

The DAF approved several uniform initiatives for implementation effective April 1.
March 4, 2023
Department of the Air Force updates policies, procedures to recruit for the future

Throughout the upcoming months, a Barriers to Service Cross-Functional Team is examining existing policies and procedures to ensure they reflect the service members needed for the future.
Feb. 27, 2023
DAF issues guidance on COVID-related adverse actions; Religious Accommodation Requests

The Department of the Air Force has issued guidance on removal of adverse actions and handling of Religious Accommodation Requests related to refusal of COVID-19 vaccinations effective Feb. 24.