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U.S. Air Force Airman Destiny Mel, 42d Security Forces Squadron entry controller, carries her M4 carbine at the main gate on Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 3, 2026.

July 27, 2026
Hawthorne named July Crusader of the Month

Tech. Sgt. Fabion Hawthorne, 42d Air Base Wing Inspector General Wing Inspections coordinator, was named the wing’s Crusader of the Month for July.
July 24, 2026
Maxwell expands storm spotters training to improve weather preparedness.

The National Weather Service will provide a class to equip military members, civilians and community members with practical knowledge and skills to identify and report real-time ground weather conditions.
July 20, 2026
Air University hosts Auburn leaders for partnership discussion

Air University leaders hosted a delegation from Auburn University July 10, 2026, to discuss how Auburn’s academic and research capabilities could support professional military education and future fellowship opportunities.
July 17, 2026
First four complete Air Force warrant officer instructor course

The Air Force Warrant Officer Training School graduated the first class of its Air Force Train, Advise, Coach Officer (AFTAC) program July 15, 2026.
July 17, 2026
DAFITC 2026 to advance digital edge from enterprise to orbit

The 2026 Department of the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Training and Education Event will bring Department of the Air Force and private-sector technology leaders to Montgomery Aug. 24-26.
July 16, 2026
Air University, AETC leaders discuss warfighter development, operational learning

Air University hosted Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training Command, June 3-4 at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., for discussions on professional military education modernization, leader development and operational learning across the Department of the Air Force.
July 15, 2026
Looser takes command of Air Force Global College

Col. Andrew Looser assumed command of Air University’s Air Force Global College from Col. Damion Holtzclaw during a change of command ceremony July 10, 2026.
July 9, 2026
LEAP Scholars bring unifying effort to massive CENTAM Guardian exercise

When regional security and humanitarian crises call for a unified, multinational response, clear communication is just as important as tactical proficiency.