The Air Force has extended the re-enlistment window and waived existing service obligation requirements in two critically short career fields: combat control and pararescue. The service also is offering qualified airmen a retention bonus of up to $150,000. These changes, say officials, run through Dec. 31, 2007. (More information here.)
The incoming head of the 7th Air Force will face an intense mission while relying on fourth-generation fighters to stave off looming threats from North Korea and China.