Air & Space Forces Association

AFA Swamp Fox Chapter 298 Vice President Cheryl R. Moye joined a group a citizens July 8 who gathered on the west lawn of the Sumter, S.C., courthouse and across the globe to read aloud the words that forever changed the course of freedom—the Declaration of Independence. For Moye, the occasion signified far more than reading a historic document. It is a deeply personal moment of gratitude, service, and purpose.

ARLINGTON, Va., July 15, 2026 — Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, the top military leader of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, visited the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies at the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Headquarters on July 14 to exchange views on U.S.-Japan security and gain insight into recent Mitchell Institute wargames and studies. Gen.

For Dr. Patrick Donley, “Building Better Leaders” is a mission that has taken him across the world. As director of the Doolittle Leadership Center (DLC), Donley has stood in front of classrooms from Germany to South Korea—and all across the United States, teaching leadership skills to seasoned professionals and those stepping into positions of authority for the first time.

At a mother-daughter-themed celebration filled with women leaders, educators, veterans, entrepreneurs, and community champions, Cheryl R. Moye, vice president of the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Swamp Fox Chapter 298, accepted the 2026 Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce ATHENA International Leadership Award with an unwavering commitment to empower future generations.

“AFA mourns the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who served his nation as an Airman, a member of the House of Representatives, and as a U.S. Senator. His unflinching focus and commitment to national security matters were the hallmark of a distinguished career,” said Air & Space Forces Association President & CEO Lt. Gen. Burt Field, USAF (Ret.). A full obituary for Graham exploring his role as an Airman and legislator can be found at Air & Space Forces Magazine.

ARLINGTON, Va., July 6, 2026 — The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), in a letter to Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Ranking Member Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.), expressed its strong objection to pending legislation intended to establish a new combatant command for Robotic and Autonomous Systems.

Dear Chairman Wicker and Ranking Member Reed: The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is profoundly grateful that S.4784, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA) contains several provisions which are fundamental to achieving the goal of recapitalizing and enhancing the readiness of the U.S. Air Force. In addition, AFA appreciates your leadership ensuring the timely development of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

Dear Chairman Wicker and Ranking Member Reed: The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is profoundly grateful that S.4784, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA) contains several provisions which are fundamental to achieving the goal of recapitalizing and enhancing the readiness of the U.S. Air Force. In addition, AFA appreciates your leadership ensuring the timely development of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

The Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Food Pantry on On June 16 celebrated its first year of serving military-connected families throughout the National Capital Region. Sponsored by the JBAB Top 3 Council and supported by the D.W. Steele Sr. Chapter of the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), volunteers, donors, and community partners, the pantry has become a vital resource for Airmen, Guardians, service members, federal employees, and their families.

The Virginia State Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) held its first quarterly Executive Committee meeting of 2026 on March 7. The event was hosted by the AFA General Charles A. Gabriel Chapter—which represents AFA members along the Aerospace Corridor in Northern Virginia—at the AFA national headquarters in Arlington. Representatives from all the Virginia-based AFA chapters attended the meeting.