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USAF Professional Reading in Air University Library: Professional Reading

May 2023

Professional Reading

Professional Reading for Air and Space Forces

The SECAF, CSAF, CMSAF, CJCS, and CSO periodically publish their professional reading lists for Airmen and Guardians. While their official sites provide links to purchase books, Air University Library exclusively provides free print and online access (when available) for AU students and faculty. See also links to AF foundational documents such as the Blue, Brown, and Purple books. Use the links below to browse the lists and start reading today!

 

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Other military and DoD civilians may access materials through the DoD's MWR Library or through your local library via Interlibrary Loan.

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"The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey; we are never truly done learning as every experience and interaction offers an opportunity to expand our understanding of the world." -Gen. David W. Allvin, Chief of Staff of the Air Force 

See the CSAF reading list and archives. 

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"We need leaders at all levels who can think strategically, and execute tactically. To that end, I'm bringing you a reading list that will flex and evolve as we build the Air Force we need to compete, deter and win across all domains." -Joanne Bass, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

See the CMSAF reading list and archives. 

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"...it is crucial that we improve our understanding of our pacing challenge – the People's Republic of China (PRC). To that end, I am publishing a reading list...intended to enhance our knowledge of China’s history, culture, society, strategy, and military..." -Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force

See the SECAF reading list and archives. 

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"Every quarter, I will offer books, podcasts, articles, and documentaries designed to challenge our thinking, enhance our perspective, and make us a stronger Joint Force." -CQ Brown, JR., General, U.S. Air Force, 21st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

See the CJCS reading list and archives. 

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"The one overarching insight I offer is that how you read is more important than what you read...scrutinize, critique, and improve upon the ideas and arguments you encounter.  Share these ideas with others and engage in meaningful debate." -General B. Chance Saltzman, CSO

See the CSO reading list and archives. 

 

Foundational Resources

Foundational Resources

These resources equip Airmen with information needed to become highly trained, educated, and adaptable to the threats our competitors present, and the significant role every Airman plays for the mission to be successful. 

 

See more on Air University's Foundational Resources page.

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