The Air Force Enlisted Heritage Hall has inducted Maj. Gen. Thomas Deppe to its Wall of Achievers. The wall features more than 140 former enlisted members who became celebrities or reached general officer rank. Deppe started his 41-year career as an enlisted man, spending 11 years in enlisted status before receiving a commission through Officer Training School. Ashley Wright reports that Deppe, who is vice commander at Air Force Space Command, currently is the longest serving airman in the force.
Key Air Force, Space Force Leaders Set to Retire
May 23, 2022
The Department of the Air Force announced the retirements of several key leaders within the Air Force and Space Force on May 23, while also unveiling more than a dozen new assignments for current or future one-star generals.