Community leaders around Charleston Air Force Base in South Carolina are launching a new land-use study to try to shift new developments outside the base’s potential “accident zone,” reports the Charleston Post-Courier. There is some consideration being given to buying land adjacent to the base to forestall problems. The BRAC specter lingers on.
Air Force Academy Leaders Ousted in Shake Up
Feb. 6, 2026
The U.S. Air Force Academy is getting a leadership refresh after a tumultuous year, with Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind and Commandant of Cadets Brig. Gen. Gavin Marks both set to retire this year and Col. James Valpiani set to come on as the new Dean of the Faculty.

