Jan. 26, 2026 Air Force advances statewide PFAS cleanup across New Mexico JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – At Cannon Air Force Base near Clovis, New Mexico, the Department of the Air Force has treated more than 125 million gallons of PFAS impacted water.To put that in perspective, the average railroad tank car can hold up to 34,500 gallons. It would take 3,623
Jan. 22, 2026 Mustang of the Week: Staff Sgt. Anthony Pena U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Pena, 51st Fighter Wing occupational safety technician, was recognized as the Mustang of the Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 22, 2026.Pena plays a vital role in supporting Team Osan by ensuring personnel across multiple units can carry out their daily
Jan. 22, 2026 Safety office captures Pentagon-level recognition The 66th Air Base Group Safety Office received a 2025 Department of War Safety and Occupational Health Management System Achievement Award in the Operational Category during a presentation here Jan. 22.
Jan. 22, 2026 Strengthening Aviation Security Together: USAFE-AFAFRICA’s Force Multipliers When discussing U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa’s (USAFE-AFAFRICA) international partnership mechanisms, most would likely think of foreign affairs officers or bilateral exercises before the safety office.
Jan. 21, 2026 Fatal HH-60W mishap investigation results released Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into an aircraft mishap in Japan, April 22, 2025, where a spectator subsequently died from related injuries.
Jan. 16, 2026 Snow Shoveling Safety: Protecting the Force – One Shovel at a Time Shoveling snow may seem like a harmless activity; however, snow removal, particularly manual shoveling, presents a significant risk of injury to personnel. Understanding key safety considerations can help reduce risk and maintain readiness.
Jan. 14, 2026 Stanford researchers and Air Force partner to test AI copilots A flight-simulation platform and in-aircraft testing aim to show how AI could help pilots make safer decisions in emergencies.
Jan. 14, 2026 Air Force Safety Center Announces Unit Risk Forecasting Tool On January 14, 2026, the Air Force Safety Center announced the Unit Risk Forecasting tool would be available for commanders and unit safety professionals. Unit Risk Forecasting is a machine learning-fueled forecast of squadron risk and the factors influencing increased risk.The Unit Risk Forecasting
Jan. 8, 2026 Returning to the Grind: A post-holiday guide for workers … especially nightshift The holiday season, a time for rest and celebration, often disrupts normal routines, making the return to work a jolt for anyone. This transition proves especially challenging for nightshift workers, whose health and safety can be significantly impacted.
Jan. 7, 2026 Winter Driving Safety As winter approaches, it’s crucial to prepare for the increased hazards of driving in inclement weather. Taking proactive steps can significantly reduce stress and improve safety on the road.