Gen. David Allvin became the Air Force Chief of Staff in November 2023. He urged airmen not to slow down in the face of upcoming conflicts, emphasizing the need for change and modernization to compete with China. Allvin oversees a $180 billion portfolio and around 689,000 employees globally, with Lt. Gen. Jim Slife as his vice chief of staff. Other confirmed senior roles will need to navigate global conflicts with current resources and secure funding. Rachel Cohen is the editor of Air Force Times and joined in March 2021.
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