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The Department of the Air Force has decided to replace older fighter jets at three bases with new models as part of an environmental review. The decision includes replacing 18 F-15C jets with up to 21 F-35A jets at the 104th Fighter Wing in Massachusetts, and replacing 18 F-15C/D jets with up to 21 F-15EX jets at the 144th Fighter Wing in California and the 159th Fighter Wing in Louisiana. This plan follows an Environmental Impact Statement and takes into account public and agency feedback. The details were made public in the Federal Register in November 2024.

The Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board announced the withdrawal of a previous Federal Register notice and the cancellation of their meeting that was scheduled for March 27-28, 2025. They have been instructed to halt all their operations for 45 days starting from March 7, 2025, following a directive from the Office of the Secretary of Defense related to the review of Department of Defense Advisory Committees.

The Department of the Air Force announces its plan to grant an exclusive patent license to Targeted Endo, LLC, a small business located in Golden, Colorado. This license relates to devices and methods for guided endodontic micro-surgery using trephine burs, as detailed in U.S. Application Publication No. 2019/0328486. Interested parties have 15 calendar days from the notice's publication date to submit written objections, if granting the license would contradict the Bayh-Dole Act. Competing applications for patent license agreements can also be submitted during the objection period.

The Department of the Air Force has announced the signing of a Record of Decision (ROD) for the T-7A Recapitalization at Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas. This decision involves replacing the T-38C aircraft with up to 79 new T-7A aircraft, with an initial delivery of 51 planes. The decision was made after considering the Final Environmental Impact Statement and inputs from the public and regulatory agencies. This Notice of Availability is in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and other relevant regulations.

The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the Air Force, is seeking public comments on a proposal for collecting information as part of the Air Force Family Integrated Results & Statistical Tracking (AFFIRST) system. This system helps track customer service data and evaluates the effectiveness of the Military and Family Readiness Center's programs. The information is crucial for improving services and supporting military families. People who use these services can provide their input until January 15, 2025. The feedback will be used to ensure effective support for military personnel and their families.

The Department of Defense announced a meeting of the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board that will occur on March 27 and 28, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. The meeting will be closed to the public due to classified discussions. The agenda includes working sessions and updates on fiscal year 2025 study panels. Members of the public who want to provide input can submit written statements to the designated officer.

The Department of the Air Force and Department of Defense have announced a proposed information collection and are seeking public comments as part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The focus of this collection is to gather feedback from U.S. Air Force embedded mental healthcare providers, who are contractors, about their experiences. The information collected will contribute to a study aimed at improving mental healthcare services for airmen. Interested parties have until March 15, 2021, to submit their comments through the provided online portal.

The Department of the Air Force has announced its intent to grant an exclusive patent license to Kennon Products, Inc. from Wyoming. This patent relates to a cover for aircraft using collapsible material with programmable magnets. These magnets help the cover stay in place during strong winds without harming the aircraft. The Department will consider objections within 15 days of this notice's publication and will also review any competing patent license applications submitted during this period.

The Department of Defense has announced a meeting for the Air University Board of Visitors' AFIT Subcommittee. The meeting is scheduled for April 8-9, 2025, at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama, and is open to the public. The meeting will focus on providing independent advice regarding education and research activities at Air University. Public members interested in attending or submitting written statements must do so at least ten days in advance for processing and review.

The Department of Defense has announced a Federal Advisory Committee meeting for the Community College of the Air Force Subcommittee of the Air University Board of Visitors. This meeting will take place on February 4 and 5, 2025, at Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, South Dakota. The meeting's purpose is to review the educational programs and policies of the Community College of the Air Force, including updates on reorganization, accreditation, and credit awarding practices. The public can attend the meeting but must contact the designated officer at least ten days in advance for attendance details.