Happy Birthday Zoomies!
78 Years Young!
Presidential Message on the 78th Birthday of the United States Air Force
Since 1947, the men and women of the United States Air Force have been the fearless guardians of our skies, heroically maintaining order, stability, and peace among the clouds and across our horizons. On the 78th birthday of the United States Air Force, we celebrate this storied branch’s enduring legacy as the most elite airpower force in the history of the world—and we commend the grit, dedication, and selfless service of the thousands of Airmen who live by the timeless motto: “Aim High… Fly-Fight-Win.”
Over the decades, the Air Force has built a rich and proud heritage of air dominance, technical prowess, tactical capability, and unrivaled lethality. Every day, the warriors of the United States Air Force serve around the globe—whether engaged in combat operations, natural disaster response, nuclear deterrence, or homeland defense—keeping America safe, strong, and free.
As Commander-in-Chief, I am advancing an Air Force that promotes peace through strength and ensures America’s unmatched dominance in the skies. In June, the world witnessed an unprecedented demonstration of firepower, precision, and professionalism when Air Force pilots and crew members obliterated Iran’s nuclear capabilities in a highly complex and perfectly executed mission. The overwhelming success of Operation Midnight Hammer proved that our Air Force can complete any mission, defeat any foe, and inflict absolute devastation on our enemies from the sky—anywhere in the world and at the time of our choosing.
Operation Midnight Hammer was a testament to training, preparation, experience, and exceptional teamwork across the entire Air Force. The brave Airmen tasked with this mission, and the Service members who supported their flights, made our Nation proud and the world a safer place. They represent the best of America—and reflect the skill, bravery, loyalty, and unflinching resolve of every Airman who swears the oath.
As we commemorate 78 years of the United States Air Force, Melania joins me in celebrating the incredible American patriots in the world’s finest air force—and the families who share the blessings and sacrifices of military service.
Hat tip to Eggs for the gentle reminder.
Category: Air Force, Bravo Zulu
Woohoo!! Off we go into the wild blue yonder.
Happy Birthday, fellow Sky Warriors!
When I joined, the recruiting slogan was “Super Jobs in the Air Force”. Kinda’ catchy, eh? LOL
According to Terminal Lance Corporal a few years back…
“Air Force Upset the Nobody Wants To Steal Their Valor”.
1.) “Well…….at least we don’t act like Marines on our Birthday….”
2.) We’re not the babies anymore…..Space FOrce Biorthday is December 20th 2019….YEAH BABY!!!
Second MIDDLE CHILD!!!
YAY Chairforce and I can’t spell and no I wasn’t drunk… 😀 fat fingers and a complete inability/desire to proofread
GOTDAMN SHITDIAPER (In zero G?!?!? Imagine the fucking MESS!!!) 😨 Space Force
I hope your post birthday golf game ‘recovery’ sauna is lukewarm, zoomies.
How the F are you still a branch?
(HBD, fr.)
Because we have the heavy lift aircraft, some of the best bombers (even if some are nearly older than dirt) and all other services need our assistance from time to time.
Now, where’s our cake?
Happy Birthday.
Sadly, it is tainted by the Army helicopter loss at Lewis. It is unlikely any survived.
What a heartbreaking tragedy for all involved and their families. May God’s love comfort and give them strength and courage for the facing of these days.
My dad joined the Air Force in 1948, and served for 7 years, leaving as a Tech Sergeant. He spent some time in Japan during the Korean War in Air Force Intelligence.
He left us in 1981, and I miss him to this day.
Happy Birthday USAF.
Kindest regards to you. May you find comfort and peace in your most pleasant memories.I know what it is like. Been there.
Thank you. And my same regards to you.
Aim Higher … or is that what the Space Force is for?
Uh…hey guys, the shape of the aircraft, the yellow name on the wings, those are Navy Blue Angels F-18’s on the Air Force Birthday photo.