War on the Rocks

Making Professional Military Education More Agile in the Air Force

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Jun 19, 2025
Lieutenant General Andrea Tullos, Commander of Air University, shares her insights on revolutionizing professional military education in the Air Force. She discusses the urgent need to adapt education to face challenges like the competition with China. Tullos highlights how Air University integrates agile combat concepts and emphasizes on-demand learning for service members. The conversation touches on transforming education models, blending online resources with practical training, and enhancing international military collaborations to boost operational readiness.
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INSIGHT

Value of Service-Specific PME

  • Different military services require unique professional military education tailored to their domain expertise.
  • A joint single PME institution risks diluting specialized knowledge critical for operational effectiveness.
INSIGHT

Adapting PME for High-Intensity Conflict

  • Air Force PME must evolve beyond Cold War and low-intensity conflict models to prepare for high intensity, sanctuary-scarce fights.
  • Early education introduces force-wide joint staff concepts to enhance readiness for complex future battles.
ADVICE

Continuous, On-Demand Education

  • Provide education and training continuously and episodically throughout airmen's careers.
  • Enable access to educational content on demand, regardless of rank or years of service.
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