For some officers, Sept. 1 will mark the dawn a new day. The Air Force will begin testing a new assignment system that, simply put, will put no premium on long service in a particular job. The days of automatic moves based on time on station are growing dim. The new system will focus more on career development. If there is a “right” job for you, you’ll be tapped. If not, well….
Unit commanders are being told to separate service members who can’t shave their cheeks and chin for medical reasons for more than a year, according to new guidance from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.
