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March 31, 2011

- Air Force officials present budget to appropriations committees

- Commentary - Light it up Blue

- Gates Outlines U.S. Role as NATO Takes Libya Mission

- All-female team launches historic mission over Afghanistan

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- Commissaries in Japan adjust hours, increase supplies in earthquake aftermath

- Top enlisted leaders share views with Congress

- Dining facility Airmen 'beef up' operations to support Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Visit commemorates communications pioneer

- VA makes progress to end veteran homelessness

- Photo essay: Airmen prepare aircraft in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Ellsworth Airmen join Operation Odyssey Dawn

- ANG, Reserve Airmen contribute to Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Incirlik AB Airmen fuel Operation Odyssey Dawn

- U.S., Iraqi air force officials discuss T-6's future in Iraq

March 30, 2011

- Euro Hawk undergoes testing at Edwards AFB

- Rollout approaches for Young Adult TRICARE enrollment

- Classes aim to spark interest in science, technology

- Air Force officials outline efficiencies processes

- Photo essay: Airmen delivery relief supplies to Japan

- Final Operation Pacific Passage mission arrives at Travis

- Photo essay: Airmen load a C-17 in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Budget slows defense growth, comptroller says

- Realignments add to busy summer moving season

- VA officials work to break disability claims backlog

- Disabled vets discover 'miracle on mountain'

- Eglin efforts help reclassify endangered local fish

- VA officials extend post-incarceration health care

- Travis AFB volunteers aid Operation Pacific Passage

- Project Crossbow enhances capabilities

- Yokota Airmen central to supporting Operation Tomodachi

- Commentary - The mentoring challenge

March 29, 2011

- Photo essay: Airmen work with Japanese air controllers

- Commentary - Driving under the influence

- Clinton urges aid to Libya, pressure on Gadhafi

- America must not be afraid to lead, Obama says

- Officers share cross-flow experiences, skills

- Photo essay: Kadena's rescue team on a mission

- TRICARE extends Web-based counseling program

- Feature - Aging aircraft carries dying breed

- Altus C-17s take training to Fort Sill

- Partners from Down Under

- Maintainers build mount for Fukushima sensors

- Commander discusses Yokota's role in Operation Tomodachi

- Yokota AB Airmen tackle Herculean airlift missions into Sendai

- Training for repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell ongoing for Airmen

March 28, 2011

- Feature - Diminishing the 'human factor' one Airman at a time

- Photo essay: Guardsmen deploy in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Summit seeks to improve nonmedical care

- Acquisitions improvements need permanence, Carter says

- Photo essay: Airmen prepare refueling trucks in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Disabled veterans inspire all Americans, Biden says

- Yokota AB Airmen play vital role in cooling Fukushima power plant

- Total-force team supports Operation Tomodachi

- AAF officials graduate first weapons safety NCO

- Forces accomplish no-fly zone mission, Gates says

- Disabled veterans sports clinic opens in Colorado

- Air Force offers additional undergraduate flying training board opportunity

March 26, 2011

- 2011 Environment, Safety, Occupational Health Symposium wraps up

March 25, 2011

- Air Force chief of staff joins CJCS, service leaders to honor Medal of Honor heroes

- Commentary - They stand for Zac

- Photo essay: Military family members departing Japan arrive in Denver

- Feature - Airmen fight fires before they even start

- Military, civilian groups come together to welcome dependents home from Japan

- Study makes suicide-prevention program recommendations

- Air National Guard supports coalition operations over Libya

- New coalition member flies first sortie enforcing no-fly zone over Libya

- Photo essay: Yokota Airmen transport supplies in support of Operation Tomodachi

- First Iraqi air force instructor pilot begins training students

- Yokota's air traffic controllers manage influx of aircraft for Operation Tomodachi

- Yokota maintainer video chats with son's class about Operation Tomodachi

- NATO officials assume responsibility for no-fly zone over Libya

- Airman's money-saving solution rewarded by IDEA program

- Mullen accepts award on behalf of armed forces

- McConnell AFB Airmen take flight to support Libya operation

- Air Force Week in Photos

March 24, 2011

- U.S., British forces test contingency operations during Desert Eagle 2011

- Photo essay: Airmen deploy to Aviano in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Air Force community assessment ends soon

- Air Force leaders issue sexual assault prevention, response message

- Yokota AB airlifters deliver fuel to power Sendai Airport

- Photo essay: Crews prepare B-2 Spirits for Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Just another 'dog day afternoon' for Airmen, Sailors

- Officials announce teen summer camps for 2011

- 2010 Military Spouse of the Year lauded for website creation

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- Coalition continues to defend Libyan civilians

- Photo essay: Airmen assemble tent city in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Air Force aerial layer networking concept to enhance warfighter connectivity   |  VIDEO

- Ammo Airmen supply the fight

- Operating room makes medical developments

- Gates discusses Libya, Middle East turmoil

- New Security+ certification course offered at Keesler AFB

- Military children need nation's support

- 766th AES deactivates, marks change for JET Airmen

- AFCESA wins SAME's 2010 Public Agency Award

March 23, 2011

- F-22 Raptor flown on synthetic biofuel

- CE continues work to restore Misawa

- Carpathian Spring comes to a close

- The value of $1

- Service members reminded of courage, valor during building dedication  |  VIDEO

- Photo essay: F-15 pilots participate in Cope Tiger 2011

- Photo essay: Establishing a forward area refueling point in Japan

- Medical group decontamination team freshens up skills

- Yokota AB temporarily grows to accommodate Operation Tomodachi support

- Test report: AFNet effective, suitable, mission-capable

- Tax laws benefit service members, families

- PACOM officials direct distribution of potassium iodide tablets

- Air Force officials announce 2011 Design Awards

- Special operations Airmen continue relief efforts at Sendai

- PACAF commander signs Japanese condolence letter

March 22, 2011

- Officer discusses today's military at American Legion conference  |  VIDEO

- Feature - Chaplain field services bring church to warriors

- AFNORTH EPLOs deploy in support of voluntary evacuation from Japan

- Feature - Airmen support ISAF's RC-North mission

- Members voluntarily leave Japan in support of Operation Pacific Passage

- Air Force officials continue to consolidate personnel processes, actions

- Romanian air force officers visit local Alabama Guard unit

- Task force commander provides Libya update

- Gates cites efforts to avoid civilian casualties in Libya

- Advisers aid weapons delivery to Iraqi partners

- Photo essay: Crewmembers deliver boron to Japanese service members

- U.S., Thai airmen donate supplies to school children

- Airmen at Yokota deliver water in support of Japan relief efforts

- NATO, USAFE officials host international flight surgeons

- 36th Airlift Squadron provides warmth at Sendai Airport

- Bioenvironmental techs test for toxins near Tokyo

- F-15E incident in Libya; crew recovered

- Air Force special operations Airman supports Marine units

March 21, 2011

- Senior leaders thank KC-46A source selection team  |  VIDEO

- Air Force officials launch accountability system for personnel in Japan

- Lithuanian armed forces members observe Ramstein Silver Flag course

- Crew conducts refueling in support of Operation Tomodachi

- Annual Air Force symposium embraces critical training environment

- Combined rescue crew delivers relief supplies

- Marine squadron's F-16 flights "a milestone" toward JSF

- Photo essay: Crew delivers medical supplies to Japan

- Commentary - A good wingman is always 'with'

- Clinical trials seek to improve warriors' burn care

- McCain: National Guard one reason homeland defense succeeds

- McChord Airmen support first voluntary departure flight from Japan

- AFGSC Airmen support Operation Odyssey Dawn

- Officials extend deadline for 'Stop Loss' pay

- No-fly zone in place, but danger remains, admiral says

- First C-17 touches down in Sendai

March 20, 2011

- Mullen says no-fly zone 'effectively in place'  |  VIDEO

- U.S. Air Force aircraft strike Libya

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- B-2 enforces no-fly zone

- Mildenhall tankers refuel aircraft supporting Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn

- Smooth departure processes at Misawa soothe nerves

- Misawa Airmen coordinate volunteer efforts in local community

March 19, 2011

- Contamination avoidance team ensures health, safety of Yokota aircrews

- Mobility Airmen supporting Japan relief effort on multiple fronts

- New crisis centers assist with relocations

- Coalition launches 'Operation Odyssey Dawn'

March 18, 2011

- TRICARE follows beneficiaries departing Japan

- Commentary - Tragic events at Frankfurt remind us to stay vigilant

- Photo essay: 353rd Special Operations Group Airmen deliver supplies

- Photo essay: Earthquake and Tsunami relief assistance at Sendai Airport

- Airmen deliver fuel, sustain relief efforts  |  VIDEO

- C-17 transports Japanese forces to help relief efforts

- Academy aero lab researchers harness energy from ocean waves

- Maintainers keep C-130s flying to supply Operation Tomodachi

- Feature - 'Miracle of Frankfurt': Lakenheath Airmen recovering after shooting

- Japan-based military families remain top concern

- Feature - Airmen prepare Iraq bases for transition

- T-38 completes 50 years of service

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- Incirlik Airmen strengthen partnership with local doctors

- Feature - Contingency aeromedical staging facility Airmen get wounded warriors home

- Air Force officials present budget to Senate

- 51st LRS Airmen support Operation Tomodachi during ORE

- Air Force officials take space budget, acquisition strategy to Capitol Hill

- DOD officials identify Air Force casualty

- Air Force Week in Photos

March 17, 2011

- Feature - Mentoring comes from the heart

- Photo essay: Air Force search and rescue personnel partner with Japanese

- Air Force pioneer speaks at women's conference

- McConnell AFB officials focus on suicide prevention

- High-altitude chamber replaced by new mask for Iraqi air force

- Eagle Vision imagery supporting Japan recovery efforts

- Air Force officials focus on sexual assault prevention

- Airmen at Misawa Air Base handle heavy airlift traffic

- DOS officials authorize voluntary departure of dependents from Japan

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- Yokota AB officials extend help to firefighters in Fukushima

- Air Force officials announce enlisted supplemental promotions

- 'Today's Air Force' features a look around the service  |  VIDEO

March 16, 2011

- Special-ops Airmen open strategic runways for relief operations

- Logistics Readiness Squadron continues to move cargo at Misawa

- Special ops Airmen deploy additional humanitarian support

- NTM-A troops participate in reading program in Kabul school

- Air Force officials announce officer selection boards results

- Doughboy's burial marks end of era

- Commentary - Displaced reality: a wakeup call to why we're here

- Yokota, Misawa commanders stop incoming PCS moves

- Air Force surgeon general details 'Trusted Care Anywhere' and efficiencies for House panel

- Cultural exchange strengthens U.S., Thailand, Singpore relations

- Air Force officials use Global Hawk to support Japan relief efforts

- Modified X-51A Waverider ready for next hypersonic test

- Air advisory firefighters key to AAF future

- Feature - Security Forces Airmen advise Afghan counterparts on base security

- Air Force Marathon officials seek volunteer coordinators

- Airman turned senior executive discusses personal, professional journey in Air Force

- Photo essay: Japan's aftermath

March 15, 2011

- Symposium offers military women chance to connect, empower and succeed

- Services meet, exceed recruiting, retention goals

- Carpathian Spring kicks off in Romania

- Environment, safety, occupational health symposium set for March

- VA launches new PSA on suicide prevention for veterans

- Red Cross website links Japan-based troops to home

- Yokota AB Airmen deliver fuels truck to aid Japan's relief efforts

- Joint training for joint operations

- First flight a success for future Afghan flying crew chiefs

- Test and evaluation team helps lead effort in KC-135 defense system possibilities

- Services 'cooks up' healthy recipe contest

- Commentary - Semper Gumby

- Misawa AB members donate to Japanese disaster victims

- Misawa Air Base recovering from earthquake

- AFPC officials stream developmental team outbriefs online

- Air Force, families, Kuwaiti ambassador remember Gulf War sacrifices

March 14, 2011

- Air Force names 2011 Cyberspace Operations and Support Hall of Fame inductees

- General Schwartz: Taking care of families critical to mission

- Kadena generators installed at Misawa

- DOD enlisted can earn college credit for command, control training at Hurlburt Field

- Air Force Academy earns NCAA athletics certification

- Air transportation Airmen support Japan relief operations

- Disaster response symposium focuses on strength, unity

- Langley doctor receives 2011 National Public Service Award

- Land-based precision approach system program resumes

- Chief Roy visits White House Communications Agency

- Airmen deploy to support relief operations

- Pacific Air Forces Airmen deploy to Japan to aid relief efforts

- Web-based tool improves civilian career development planning

- Mobility Airmen deliver search-and-rescue teams to Japan

- 45th Space Wing officials launch satellite atop Delta IV

March 13, 2011

- Yokota Airmen prepare relief supplies

- Relief workers, search and rescue teams arrive at Misawa AB

- Rescue crews arrive at Misawa Air Base

- U-2 reconnaissance aircraft deployed to aid Japan relief efforts

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- Yokota civil engineers lead building renovation for relief forces

- Okinawa Airmen deploy to support relief on mainland Japan

- Kadena AB helps sister base  |  VIDEO

- Jazz combo entertains passengers diverted to Yokota Air Base

March 12, 2011

- Lakenheath pays tribute to fallen Airman

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- AMC forces poised to support humanitarian operations in Japan

March 11, 2011

- Chief Etchberger honored at Air Force Memorial

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- Feature - Running to success

- Department makes 'great strides' in brain-injury care

- Commentary - Thomas J. Watson Jr. -- Lessons learned in the air and shared for a lifetime.

- Commentary - Improving Afghan lives through women's empowerment

- Photo essay: Airline passengers take shelter at Yokota AB after 8.9-magnitude earthquake  |  VIDEO

- Mullen urges communities to embrace returning vets

- Misawa Air Base endures earthquake

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- SARC's Remarks: Common factors in sexual assaults

- Gates pledges U.S. help for Japan

- Deadline near for public administration award

- Air Force responds to earthquake in Japan

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- Jobs website continues to ease application process for employees

- Yokota Air Base community assists pax of diverted commercial aircraft  |  VIDEO

- Chief Roy: Global strike is a mission we can't forget

- Air Force Week in Photos

March 10, 2011

- DOD, State Department officials present budgets to Senate

- Kaiserslautern community remembers, celebrates fallen Airman

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- Officials release officer cross-flow board results

- DOD officials reach out to employers of Guard, Reserve members

- Schools encouraged to join VA's Yellow Ribbon Program

- Photo essay: Obstacle course for military dog handlers and their K-9s

- Space team improves GPS capability for warfighters

- Commentary - Thinking like the enemy

- Air Force official announces acquisition award winners

- Air Force civil engineer visits Academy

- Official looks to define best balance of live flight, simulation

- Rescue wing Airmen launch entire fleet during hurricane exercise

- Officials announce reduction-in-force eligibility criteria

- CSAF visits Whiteman AFB, addresses changes

March 9, 2011

- AFRICOM personnel bid farewell to Ward, welcomes Ham

- Commentary - What our reserve force brings to the fight

- Stay TRICARE eligible: Keep DEERS up-to-date

- 'Today's Air Force' features a look around the service

- Feature - Man and Machine: Airman shares 30-years of service with first KC-10

- Officials announce E-8 selection stats

- Airmen transport refugees back to Egypt

- Feature - Airmen preserve heritage, restore aircraft

- Photo essay: Remote operating bases receive air delivery cargo

- SecAF visits Moody AFB, observes combat capabilities

- U.S., Canadian officials rescue aircraft crash survivor

- Platform provides collaboration behind firewall

- KC-135 avionics upgrade helps strengthen bond between U.S., Turkish air forces

March 8, 2011

- Secretary Gates sees progress in Afghanistan

- AFA honors CE contributions to operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm

- Exercise tests emergency oil spill response

- Commander addresses Lakenheath Airmen about Frankfurt shooting

- Photo essay: Aircraft support Operation New Dawn

- Feature - Building our Air Force: former MTIs transformed through service

- Officials announce selections to captain

- Defense Logistics Agency aims high to support Air Force

- Holloman Airman sentenced in court-martial

- Course readies civilians for overseas deployments

- Mullen urges communities to assist returning troops

- Panel recommends ways to improve military diversity

- Commentary - Reflections of a chief's devotion

- Airmen showcase mission in Australia

- Airmen help prepare Japanese counterparts for new security role

- Teams search for missing Americans in China

- Cyber warriors test phishing response

- Airmen deliver first space-based infrared system satellite to Florida base for May launch

March 7, 2011

- Panel says rescind policy on women in combat

- Gates urges new Air Force leaders to think creatively

- Feature - Air Force firefighters stay ready to fight any blaze in Iraq

- Commentary - Has technology replaced respect in our workplace?

- Dr. Biden pledges support for Guard families

- Officials take unique approach to clean up Tyndall AFB

- Air Force Reserve legislative goals presented on Capitol Hill

- Air Force conservation programs score widespread victories

- Commentary - What about followership?

- Photo essay: Exercise Red Flag

- Air Force mentor-protégé team wins Nunn-Perry award for cyber applications

- Airmen deliver weather gear to Iraqi air force

- Chief Roy visits with Airmen at F.E. Warren Air Force Base

- Aviano unit earns top maintenance award

- U.S. military aircraft bring displaced Egyptians home

March 5, 2011

- Air Force technicians launch second unmanned spacecraft

- Airmen deliver aid to Libyan evacuees

March 4, 2011

- Air Force accepts delivery of final MQ-1 Predator

- Aviano JTAC receives recognition award

- Some prior service officers eligible to retire early

- Commentary - Trust but verify

- Photo essay: Falcons basketball team defeats TCU

- Red Flag cyber operations: Isn't Red Flag a flyer's exercise?

- Airmen improve capability of Iraqi medical clinic

- Guard's Youth ChalleNGe program celebrates 100,000th graduate during gala

- Progress continues toward Academy training facility groundbreaking

- Air Force Academy's enlisted Airmen go 'back to basics'

- Graham, Leahy: National Guard an irreplaceable treasure

- C-5s provide 'muscle' for helicopter swap-out missions to Afghanistan

- Contractor delivers first new E-8C Joint STARS production engine

- Air Force Week in Photos

March 3, 2011

- Air Force officials identify Frankfurt Airport shooting deaths

- U.S. military aircraft to aid Egyptians leaving Libya

- Airforce.com adviser conducts life-saving live chat

- President signs continuing resolution extension

- DOD improves troops' access to quality education

- Feature - 376th ELRS Airmen run a tight ship

- Photo essay: Exercise Cope North

- Commentary - PRT Kapisa's forgotten half: Female engagement teams

- TRICARE officials caution against overuse of common pain medication

- Intermediate network warfare training up and running

- COMUSAFE statement on shooting at Frankfurt Airport

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- A break from therapy

- CSAF talks cooperation, efficiency at defense conference

- UPDATE: USAFE Airmen killed in shooting were from Ramstein, Lakenheath

March 2, 2011

- USAFE Airmen killed, wounded in Frankfurt airport shooting

- Air Force leaders express condolences following Frankfurt shooting

- Air Force to launch second orbital test vehicle

- Feature - Squadron marks 30 years of honoring fallen comrades

- Civilian employees should start education applications early

- Ellsworth B1s get new braking system

- Gates, Mullen urge swift action on budget

- Officials announce team bound for 2011 Warrior Games

- TRANSCOM provides nation's greatest advantage, commander says

- Supreme Court decisions affect service members, vets

- Photo essay: Airmen participate in field training exercise

- Airmen harness radiation to search vehicles

- First MC-130J training program takes flight

- U.S. Airmen killed, wounded in shooting incident at Frankfurt airport

- 'Today's Air Force' features a look around the service

- Feature - Engineering without borders

- General Schwartz: Austerity, strategic challenges call for true total force

- Officials release new environmental restoration policy

March 1, 2011

- Commentary - Positive thinking proves to be powerful personal ally

- First female CV-22 pilot completes training

- Program cuts sustain health care, maintain quality

- Government shutdown could affect commissaries

- Feature - Taking time to honor veterans

- Kuwait celebrates 50/20 anniversary with coalition forces

- Lynn: Continuing budget resolution puts security at risk

- Feature - The heart of a pararescueman

- AFNIC engineers assist in Global Hawk beddown

- Army to assume responsibility for Pope Air Force Base

- Key Resolve exercise begins at Osan AB

- Feature - Malmstrom chaplain shares story of contemplating suicide

- Photo essay: Airmen participate in operational readiness exercise

- National Guard, U.S. Southern Command members build partnership capacity

- VA's caregiver support program expanding

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