Vision

It’s our promise to protect

The U.S. Air Force is the world’s preeminent force in air, space and cyberspace. We maintain that distinction by heeding our vision of global vigilance, reach and power. Through shared values, key capabilities and upholding our Airman’s Creed, we continue to achieve our mission and aim high in all we do.

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Airman’s Creed

We share an unbreakable trust and the will to never give up. The Airman’s Creed is our promise to country and colleagues.

I am an American Airman.
I am a Warrior.
I have answered my Nation’s call.

I am an American Airman.
My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win.
I am faithful to a Proud Heritage,
A Tradition of Honor,
And a Legacy of Valor.

I am an American Airman.
Guardian of Freedom and Justice,
My Nation’s Sword and Shield,
Its Sentry and Avenger.
I defend my Country with my Life.

I am an American Airman.
Wingman, Leader, Warrior.
I will never leave an Airman behind,
I will never falter,
And I will not fail.

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Our principles

Core values

The common bond that unifies us all. We live and serve with a commitment to three core values.

1. 1

   INTEGRITY FIRST

   An Airman is a person of integrity, courage and conviction. They must be willing to control their impulses and exercise courage, honesty and accountability in order to do what is right even when no one is looking.

2. 2

   SERVICE BEFORE SELF

   An Airman’s professional duties take precedence over personal desires. Every Airman is expected to have the discipline to follow rules, exhibit self-control and possess respect for the beliefs, authority and worth of others.

3. 3

   EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO

   An Airman strives for continual improvement in self and service in order to propel the Air Force further and to achieve greater accomplishment and performance for themselves and their community.

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key capabilities

We develop Airmen, technology for war fighting and integrating operations with a focus on six key capabilities.

1. 01

   Air and Space Superiority

   We continually build distinctive capabilities that enable joint forces to dominate enemy operations in all dimensions: land, sea, air and space.

2. 02

   Global Presence

   We pursue technological advances that allow us to attack anywhere, anytime, more quickly and with greater precision than ever before.

3. 03

   Rapid Global Mobility

   We maintain and improve our ability to respond quickly and decisively anywhere we’re needed around the globe.

4. 04

   Precision Engagement

   We hone the application of selective force against specific targets, advancing the reliable use of military power with minimal risk or collateral damage.

5. 05

   Information Superiority

   We advance data capabilities that allow joint force commanders to keep pace with information and incorporate it into a campaign’s plans.

6. 06

   Agile Combat Support

   We offer expert combat support across deployment and sustainment, including all permanently based and expeditionary forces.

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