Is this a USSF patch or just Fan Merch for the movie?

I recently received notification of an assignment that I get a follow-on for. I read DAFI 36-2110 so I think I mostly understand that aspect of it. I'll be an E4 in January or February, and a 5S. What I am currently thinking of is putting Yokota as #1 then Misawa as #2.

If I put more options, do you think they'd be less likely to give me one of these top 2 options? Is there anything I can do to increase my chances for my application getting accepted? Letter of Recommendations or something?

I was told not to put any CONUS locations at all if I want OCONUS.

I'd really like to get Yokota but I'm assuming its lower odds, if anyone has insight to this or what kind of stuff they do there that'd be cool.

Is there any cool locations/jobs/units you'd recommend me look into and apply to for this follow-on instead?

First time participating and wasn't what I was expecting when I have done CTFs before. A better name would have been the Guardian Who Is the Best and Most Efficient at Using AI Galactic Gauntlet

In February 2027, the military officers Association of America (MOAA) is holding their second total force + conference. On Tuesday night, they hold an event called the “roast and toast” which is hosted by Rob Riggle and features comedians from every service. They have been unable to identify a Space force representative. Is anyone available Feb 4 who has a good personality and stage presence and lives in or can travel to the DC area? It is a 5 minute comedy set, and you can have your friends help you write the jokes!

Anyone know when the release is estimated for this year's promotion selection? I heard the board took place already.

SOCOM officially welcomed it's newest component to the SOF enterprise with the formal stand up of SPACEFOR-SOC.

Effective 7 October 2026, Space Forces Special Operations (SPACEFOR-SOC) was activated as a component field command of the United States Space Force.

Space Force capabilities are already integrated into USSOCOM, but this effectively institutionalizes how the U.S. Space Force organizes, trains, equips, and presents forces for SOF, bringing SPACEFOR-SOC alongside the other Services’ SOF components: USASOC, NSWC, AFSOC, and MARSOC.

SPACEFOR-SOC will assess, select, and train SOF Guardians for employment as Space Special Warfare Teams (SSWTs), bringing space expertise and capabilities to USSOCOM, the Joint Force, and the Department of War.

Source: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/james-mckinlay-usa_socom-officially-welcomed-its-newest-component-share-7514699874156605441-fRkj/

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Great new documentary to watch and share. Helps explain why we exist and gives examples of most mission areas.

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/video/space-wars/

Recently transferred but it seems like I lost access to AF email. When I try to log in I get a username not found error, but I know the email still exist and I’m still getting email because I’m receiving email notifications. I can log in remotely still. Anyone run into something similar?

The commander of the 392d is requiring personnel to report on the designated down day established by Delta 11. My understanding is that this day was intended to serve as the stand-down day directed by the Secretary of War to allow service members the opportunity to vote. However, personnel are still being required to attend bereavement training, SAPR training, and suicide prevention (SP) training.

I completely understand that military requirements and mission readiness come first, but I’m struggling to understand the purpose of designating a down day if personnel are still expected to report for mandatory training. If Delta 11 designated this day as a stand-down day, shouldn’t that time be respected so service members can take advantage of the intended purpose, including exercising their right to vote?

FQP guidance just dropped. Looks like it goes live 1 FEB 27.

"Effective 1 January 2027, the Fully Qualified Promotion (FQP) program is revised to include updated minimum promotion requirements for E-2 through E-5. The first Guardian promotion under the revised FQP policy will commence 1 February 2027"

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Surprised AAFES sells this online when the service has yet to have a Guardian serve in this capacity. Kinda neat though.

I know CMSgt Ramón "CZ" Colón- López was the first Airman to serve as SEAC.

Anyone hearing anything regarding release of selection results for this?

It's been rather quiet for a while now. Just curious.

Edit 10/19/26: So i have heard from multiple people across several units today that RUMINT is this week, for those curious. We'll find out soon it seems!

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I was chosen to design our Detachment Patch in AFROTC but for the USSF people. Is there a regulation I can find as to how I can design the patch?

I’m currently rocking the Altima maritime boots and I’m looking to get a second pair of boots to wear. I need a wider toe box and that’s about the only must have I swap all the soles out when I get new boots. Any boot companies making super comfortable mid-height boots?

I’ve heard rumblings that the “fully qualified promotion” system is gonna be implemented in October. Is there any plan whatsoever to backdate promotions? If the plan is to get E4 with be becoming certified on whatever system you use, is the effective promotion date going to be backdated to that point? I ask only because I know a lot of E3s are promoting to E4 soon and if we have to have 28 months in grade before promoting to sergeant we will be forced to reenlist.