Welcome to the first post in our twelve-part series reviewing each team’s signing class to date. These articles aim to provide a snapshot look at each team and lay out possible next steps once the transfer portal opens.

The new date—which is earlier than the “2028 or 2029” timeframe given earlier this year—emerged as an Air Force spokesperson confirmed to Defense One on Friday that the service would be giving Boeing an extra $15.5 million to upgrade the communications systems for the two VC-25Bs.

Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe was sworn in as the 21st chief master sergeant of the Air Force during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews.

ORLANDO, Fla. — An AI-powered onboarding assistant designed to help new Space Force members navigate the earliest stages of service won the U.S. Space Force’s annual AI Challenge, senior officials said last week, highlighting the tool as an example of how service members can apply artificial intelligence to practical, internal problems.

Lt. Col. Tyler Hiatt, commander of the 90th Missile Security Forces Squadron at the base in Wyoming, was removed from his position at his own request.

Following 20-plus years in the Air Force, Jeff Andrejcik's education and experience landed him a job with the federal government. When that position was suddenly cut earlier this year, Andrejcik learned some harsh truths searching for a new opportunity in the civilian job market.

These siblings got a surprise visit from a mystery guest during their family's early Christmas trip.

The first sketch of Josh O'Connor's episode put a Santa-like spin on the president's remarks on affordability.