Introduction

The United States Air Force is among the best in the world. In the air, in space, and in cyberspace, the Air Force works to protect the United States from threats to the country's national security.

The Air Force's Special Forces are highly trained to provide support to our servicemen and women as they take part in a variety of military and humanitarian efforts around the globe.

This book gives readers a glimpse of what it takes to become a member of the U.S. Air Force, including the rigorous physical training each recruit must endure.

What You Will Learn

• How the Air Force assists in humanitarian efforts

• What the Air Force is doing to battle viruses overseas

• How the Air Force works to support our troops fighting abroad in Iraq and Afghanistan