Air Force Chief of Staff announces plans to retire in November

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin on Monday announced his plans to retire this fall, just two years into his four-year term.

Allvin's expected retirement comes after President Donald Trump ousted former Coast Guard commandant Adm. Linda Fagan, former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. C.Q. Brown and removed former Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti.

The Air Force Chief of Staff did not give a reason for his early departure, but said he would remain in his post until a replacement is confirmed. 

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as the 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff and I’m thankful for [Air Force] Secretary [Troy] Meink, [Defense] Secretary [Pete] Hegseth and President Trump’s faith in me to lead our service,” Allvin said. “More than anything, I’m proud to have been part of the team of Airmen who live out our core values of integrity, service and excellence every day as we prepare to defend this great nation.”

Meink praised Allvin's devotion to his country and said he was "forever grateful" for the chief's partnership and guidance as he stepped into the role as secretary. 

“The Air Force is fortunate to have leaders like General Dave Allvin," Meink said. "During his tenure, the Air Force has undertaken transformational initiatives that will enable Airmen to answer their nation’s call for decades to come ... I’m forever grateful for his partnership as well as his decades of exemplary service to our nation."

Allvin's retirement will go into effect on or around Nov. 1, 2025.

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