The retirement ceremony for Gen. Stephen Lorenz, commander of Air Education and Training Command at Randolph AFB, Tex., is set for Nov. 17, announced AETC officials. His retirement will take effect Jan. 1, they said. Lorenz has led AETC since July 2008. He announced his retirement plans in May, but gave no dates. Among his accomplishments as AETC commander, Lorenz oversaw development of remotely piloted aircraft and cyberspace training courses. He also improved battlefield airmen training and stood up joint expeditionary tasking combat skills training. “Over his tenure as the AETC commander, he has not only provided the Air Force with outstanding training and education initiatives, he has also served as a beacon for leadership development,” said Gen. Howie Chandler, USAF’s vice chief of staff. Confirmed for a fourth star to replace Lorenz is Lt. Gen. Edward Rice. (Randolph report by Jessica Turner)
F-15E Aviator Missing in Iran Rescued by US Forces
April 5, 2026
The second crew member of the Air Force F-15E shot down April 3 has been rescued from Iran. U.S. forces recovered the aviator alive and all American forces involved in the operation are believed to be safe, U.S. officials told Air & Space Forces Magazine.