Missouri Gets Sentimental Over Warthogs: Air Force Reserve Commands’ 442nd Fighter Wing, Whiteman AFB, Mo., has dedicated one of its 15 A-10s in honor of the city of Branson, Mo., calling it the Thunderbolt of Branson. Actually, the Missouri Reservists have named 13 of their Warthogs for Missouri cities, reports the Springfield (Mo.) News-Leader.
Now Enlisted Airmen Can Stay in Uniform Longer
Dec. 8, 2023
The Air Force is extending the amount of time Airmen can spend at most enlisted ranks by two years, as the service looks to combat sluggish recruiting and balance its force structure. The High Year of Tenure (HYT) program sets limits on how long service members can spend in each grade…