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Go to home pageJuly 16 is Academy day at Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo! The edge-of-your-seat rodeo action will include Steer Wrestling, Bareback Bronc Riding, Tie-down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team Roping, and more. This event is held at the Norris-Penrose Event Center
A ceremonial groundbreaking is scheduled Monday, July 25, at 9 a.m. for the new Air Force Academy Visitor Center and True North Commons Development outside the Academy’s North Gate. The new center is part of a public-private partnership bringing a new visitor experience to the Academy through private funding. The development is planned on 57 […]
Cadet candidates graduate from an 18-day Basic Military Training (BMT) program. Upon graduation of BMT, they are ready to start the academic year. Learn more about the Prep School.
The first of many challenges at the U.S. Air Force Academy is Basic Cadet Training (BCT). A six-week indoctrination program has guided the transformation of new cadets, also known as Basic Cadets, from being civilians to military academy cadets prepared to enter a four-year officer commissioning program. With a commitment to pushing physical, emotional and […]
Family, friends and members of the public are invited to cheer on the Class of 2026 basic cadets as they complete a major milestone in their Academy experience and prepare to become a part of the Cadet Wing. The cadets start their run at the back side of Stillman Field at approximately 8 AM. The […]
The new academic year has commenced and the cadets are back in session. Take a peek into the lives they lead.
The Air Force Association’s 75th Anniversary Legends Tour is coming to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Cadets will meet five Air Force “Legends” and the event doubles as the 2022-23 National Character and Leadership Symposium fall theme kick-off. The confirmed legends are: Gen (Ret) Richard Myers (Former CJCS) Gen (Ret) John Jumper (Former CSAF) Gen […]
Parents' Weekend is an exciting opportunity for cadets to reconnect with their family for the first time following Basic Cadet Training. It is held over Labor Day weekend and includes a cadet wing parade, an information fair, and an opportunity for parents and cadets to attend academic, squadron, athletic and airfield open houses. To learn […]
The Air Force Sergeant Association Chapter 1180 is hosting a free 10k run/walk to remember and honor the heroism of Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action. 0700-0745: Check-In 0800: Run Begins Location: Falcon Stadium Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094aafac2ba4fd0-afsa
The USAFA & Peterson-Schriever Top 3 would like to invite you to the 75th Anniversary Air Force Ball! It will be held on 16 September at the U.S. Air Force Academy Arnold Hall Ballroom. The ballroom is limited to 350 guests and each installation has allotment of tickets so be sure to make your reservation […]
Today we celebrate and reflect on both the history of the Air Force and the day it became an independent branch of service, on Sept. 18, 1947