The USAFE Band brings history to life through a new film honoring the legacies of World War II servicemen James (Jimmy) Stewart and Glenn Miller. Through precision, teamwork, and purpose, the project connects past and present and inspires future generations of Airmen.

  The F-35 Joint Program Office opened its doors to the next generation of young acquisition professionals, engineers, innovators, and pilots during its recent Bring Your Child to Work Day event April 23. More than 100 children of JPO personnel attended a hands-on look at the program management mission behind the world's most advanced fighter aircraft.

  In the event of a crisis, how would NATO’s air forces defend its territory? The answer: a complex ballet of radars, both ground-based and airborne, flying petrol stations carrying more than 100,000 liters of jet fuel, supersonic strike fighters, and a group of pilots called “Wild Weasels”, who are tasked with taking down enemy air defenses. Success depends not on one element alone, but on the combined power of all these elements working together. Allied air forces constantly train to be ready to defend themselves and their NATO Allies, and after years of hard work, they’ve largely developed a set of common tactics and procedures. That way, if worst comes to worst, they can work together quickly and seamlessly. They’re also adapting to a range of new threats, such as large-scale bombardment by unmanned aerial vehicles. This short documentary breaks down how air power could defend the Alliance from attack and takes us behind the scenes to meet the troops tasked with securing our sk...

  Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, testify before the House Armed Services Committee on the War Department’s fiscal year 2027 budget request during a hearing in Washington, April 29, 2026.

  Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, testify before the House Armed Services Committee on the War Department’s fiscal year 2027 budget request during a hearing in Washington, April 29, 2026.

  The Naval Survival Training Institute (NSTI) command overview highlights NSTI’s mission to deliver aviation survival training that prepares personnel to prevent mishaps, sustain performance, and survive emergency situations in operational environments. This video provides a high-level look at NSTI’s training environment and programs, showcasing how personnel are equipped with the skills needed to operate safely and effectively in high-risk and austere conditions. As a detachment of Naval Medical Operational Training Command (NMOTC), NSTI enhances warfighter readiness and survivability by training aviators, aircrew, and joint personnel across the fleet.

  The Naval Undersea Medical Institute (NUMI) command overview highlights NUMI’s role as the Navy’s primary training center for undersea medicine and radiation health. This video provides a high-level look at NUMI’s specialized programs that prepare Submarine Force Independent Duty Corpsmen, Undersea Medical Officers, and Radiation Health personnel to support operations in high-risk, confined, and operationally demanding environments. As part of Naval Medical Operational Training Command (NMOTC), NUMI delivers technical expertise, education, and consultation that enhance the health, safety, and operational readiness of Sailors and Marines across the fleet and around the world.

  The Robert E. Mitchell Center (REMC) for Repatriated Prisoner of War (RPOW) Studies command overview highlights REMC’s mission to study the long-term physical and psychological effects of captivity on repatriated prisoners of war. This video provides a high-level look at REMC’s research, evaluations, and longitudinal data efforts that inform medical readiness and resilience across the force. As part of the Naval Aerospace Medical Institute under Naval Medical Operational Training Command (NMOTC), REMC delivers evidence-based insights that support training, enhance survivability, and prepare warfighters and medical personnel for real-world operational challenges.

  The Surface Warfare Medical Institute (SWMI) command overview highlights SWMI’s mission to train and develop medical professionals in support of surface fleet operations. This video provides a high-level look at SWMI’s specialized programs, including training for Surface Warfare Medical Department Officers, physician assistants, and other medical personnel serving in maritime environments. As a detachment of Naval Medical Operational Training Command (NMOTC), SWMI delivers standardized, operationally relevant training that enhances warfighter readiness, resilience, and sustainability across the fleet.

  As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, it’s a moment to reflect on the enduring vigilance, reach, and power that have safeguarded the nation’s liberty. For the Department of the Air Force, this quarter's millennial is a tribute to a storied heritage of defending America in the air, space, and cyberspace. From the early days of the Army Air Corps to the establishment of the U.S. Air Force as a global superpower, Airmen have been the defenders of freedom.

 

  Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient, retired Marine Corps Col. Harvey C. Barnum Jr., speaks about the experience of having a newly-commissioned Arleigh-Burke Class destroyer named after him, during a commissioning ceremony for the ship in Norfolk, Va., April 11, 2026. Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan and Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith delivered remarks during the ceremony.

  U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joel Leible, 51st Munitions Squadron senior enlisted leader, is interviewed by U.S Army Sgt. Jazmin Cameron, Armed Forces Network, South Korea. MRE (Meal Ready to Eat) & Wise Words is an interview series where Sgt Cameron interviews higher ranking leadership while eating an MRE, discussing leadership skills and philosophy.