The United States Air Force’s birthday is on September 18, 2024, which will mark its 77th birthday. The Air Force was established as an independent service in 1947, but the US military had been using aerial components since World War I.
The Air Force’s birthday is a day to honor the service members who have served in the Air Force, and to recognize their dedication to protecting the country’s airspace and interests around the world. The Air Force plays a vital roles in in National security and defense, including air and space superiority, global strike, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.