Smart Glasses Out: Air Force Tightens Dress and Appearance Rules

The Air Force has reinstated duty identifier patches and clarified uniform standards under updated dress and appearance guidance released Jan. 9.
Breaking Barriers: AFWERX Innovators Elevate Opportunity in the Air Force

Two Airmen earned commissioning opportunities after presenting a low-cost drone detection system to senior Air Force leaders.
New Fitness Options Signal Major Shift in Air Force Readiness

The Air Force is updating fitness test standards, offering more exercise options, and resuming official testing under new rules in July 2026.