News

Nov. 9, 2022
DAF authorizes pass for COVID booster by Dec. 1

Airmen and Guardians who receive the COVID-19 Bivalent Booster released in September are authorized a one-day special pass from their commander as long as the booster is administered by Dec. 1
Nov. 9, 2022
DAF already taking steps to meet Climate Action Plan goals

DAF installations are implementing innovative solutions and pilot programs to meet the goals outlined in the Climate Action Plan, bolstering mission readiness through installation energy resilience.
Nov. 2, 2022
6th OSS RAWS unit overcomes obstacle, saves Air Force money

The 6th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield and weather systems unit restored MacDill’s runway to full capabilities by using a unique and unconventional method, Nov. 1.
Oct. 13, 2022
Annual DoD Housing Survey for privatized housing tenants begins Oct. 17

The Department of the Air Force requests tenants of privatized housing and government-owned family housing to provide their feedback of the program via the annual DoD Tenant Satisfaction Survey beginning Oct. 17.
Oct. 12, 2022
New reporting options for sexual harassment victims

Uniformed Airmen and Guardians who experience sexual harassment now have the option to file a restricted or unrestricted report with the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office to access advocacy services and supportive referrals.
Sept. 22, 2022
6th ARW accelerates innovation through USF partnership

Leadership throughout the 6th Air Refueling Wing traveled alongside Airmen from the 6th ARW Bolt Cell to the University of South Florida in Tampa, Fla., Sept. 16, after agreeing on an educational partnership agreement with USF alongside a blank purchase agreement with the University’s Institute of
Aug. 16, 2022
DoD releases first departmentwide social media policy 

The Defense Department released a policy that spells out how DoD military and civilian personnel should use official social media accounts to best advance the mission of the U.S. military and further instill trust in the credibility of the DoD. 
July 29, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen, Guardians need to know

With more than 4,000 monkeypox cases in the U.S., Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 19, 2022
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline quick-dial option now live

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16.
May 25, 2022
MacDill Airmen honor 75 fallen service members during remembrance event

Airmen from the 6th Air Refueling Wing placed over 75 signs and ribbons to honor fallen service members alongside volunteers from the MacDill community during the Second Annual Memorial Day Remembrance event at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 25, 2022.