Focused on the future at today’s Senate Appropriation Committee-Defense hearing.
@SecAFOfficial Meink discussed how the Fiscal Year 2027 DAF budget request will continue shaping the world’s most capable Air and Space Forces alongside the incredible Airmen and Guardians who make
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The official account for the 27th Secretary of the Air Force Dr. Troy E. Meink. (Following, RTs & links ≠ endorsement)
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- Office of the Secretary of the Air Force repostedEighty-two years ago, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy into the hell of war — answering the call of duty in defense of freedom. Today, we honor their courage, remember their sacrifice, and remain forever grateful for the liberty they secured for generations to come.
- Office of the Secretary of the Air Force reposted2,100+ service members. Multiple nations. One airspace. RED FLAG-Alaska 26-2 is underway at Eielson Air Force Base.
- Honored to have Vice President @JDVance join us at the @af_academy graduation last week. Thank-you for the words of encouragement and celebrating our next generation of Airmen & Guardians!
- Office of the Secretary of the Air Force repostedYears of training. Days to deliver. When Super Typhoon Sinlaku struck Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing rapidly deployed personnel, aircraft, and critical supplies to support humanitarian assistance and disaster relief
- Space launch is never easy, and pushing the boundaries of technology always comes with risk. Every test is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and improve no matter the outcome. I have no doubt the New Glenn team @blueorigin and other critical commercial partners will keep driving
- It was a true honor and privilege to be a part of the @af_academy graduation ceremony today. These newly minted Air and Space Force officers have answered the call to serve something greater than themselves, and I know they are ready. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 — we
00:00 - Office of the Secretary of the Air Force repostedThis Memorial Day, we honor the service and sacrifice of the brave Americans who gave their lives for this great nation. We will never forget their courage, their devotion, and the freedoms they fought to defend.
00:00 - At today’s Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, I highlighted how the President’s budget request will help ensure the #Air and #Space Forces accelerate modernization at the speed we need. #Modernization #USAF #USSF
- I recently had the chance to meet with more of our industry partners in Southern California. On the ground, I found a cluster of companies modernizing to achieve the high ground in space, manufacture faster and cheaper, and bring the latest technology to the warfighter.
- The Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink visited Space Systems Command at Los Angeles AFB on May 14, meeting with SSC leaders, recognizing top performers, and engaging with Guardians, Airmen, and industry partners driving the future of national defense space capabilities.🌌
- Today, I testified in front of the House Armed Services Committee, outlining the FY 2027 budget request to meet DAF priorities: strengthen readiness, modernize the force, take care of our #Airmen and #Guardians, and invest in next-gen tech to maintain a competitive edge in Air &
00:00 - Office of the Secretary of the Air Force reposted🌌🔬The DoW Space Test Program has teamed up w/ @NASA & global partners to launch STP-H11 & POLARIS to the ISS. From cutting-edge space tech to biotech breakthroughs, these missions are pushing the boundaries of science and defense. ssc.spaceforce.mil/Newsroom/Artic…























