Allvin, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and command pilot with more than 4,600 flying hours, has led throughout a 39-year career of distinguished service. He will remain Chief of Staff until a successor is confirmed to ensure a smooth transition, with a formal retirement ceremony to follow later in the autumn.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as the 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff and I’m thankful for Secretary Meink, Secretary 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.”
Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink praised Allvin’s service and leadership during his time in office. “The Air Force is fortunate to have leaders like General Dave Allvin. During his tenure, the Air Force has undertaken transformational initiatives that will enable Airmen to answer their nation’s call for decades to come,” Meink said. “General Allvin has been instrumental in my onboarding as the department’s 27th Secretary and I’m forever grateful for his partnership as well as his decades of exemplary service to our nation.”
Source: U.S. Air Force (press release).
