The Air National Guard’s recruiting numbers slipped in April, when ANG reached only 92 percent of its goal, according to the Pentagon. This is disappointing after it appeared the Air Guard had turned a recruiting corner in March, posting 100 percent. Still, ANG retention continues to run high, keeping end strength for April at 99 percent and 102 percent for the year to date. Both the active Air Force and Air Force Reserve Command fared well in April recruiting, reaching 101 percent and 100 percent respectively. Both continue to show strong retention, as well.
The U.S. military is maintaining a beefed-up presence in the Middle East, including fighters and air defense assets, following the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities June 22 and subsequent retaliation by the Iranians against Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
