BLUE delves into the lives of Airmen through in-depth storytelling, with an unflinching look into the blood and sweat that makes America's Air Force what it is. Marines bleed scarlet and gold, the Army bleeds green ... Airmen bleed BLUE.
Blue – Episode 1: More Than A Game
2014
The road to recovery is never-ending. Faced with a new normal, wounded warriors find out what it takes to push beyond their limits.
BLUE – Episode 2: From Ground To Air
2015
The F-22 Raptor is one of the most advanced and intimidating jets in the U.S. Air Force's arsenal. But at the end of the day, the plane itself is little…
BLUE – Episode 3: The Art Of Survival
2015
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BLUE – Episode 4: A Nuclear Family
2015
An Intercontinental Ballistic Missile has the power to change the course of human history – or possibly end it. That is why protecting America’s nuclear…
BLUE – Episode 5: Human Performance
2015
A look at the U.S. Special Operations Command’s Human Performance Program, which is designed to rebuild operator’s bodies and teach them preventative…
BLUE – Episode 6: Charlie Mike To Recovery
2015
Through the fog of PTSD, traumatic injuries, and illness, American veterans realize that the ability to regain control of their minds and bodies lies within…
BLUE – Episode 7: Brain Stimulator
2015
This month on BLUE - we'll delve into the ground breaking research Air Force scientists are using to evolve the most important technology used by the military…
BLUE – Episode 8: Surviving Katrina
2015
The Airmen of Keesler Air Force Base faced one of the greatest tests of the American spirit as Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast.
BLUE – Episode 9: A New Horizon
2015
Take a look at one team's experience in exercise New Horizons as they work toward building stronger relations with Honduras, and learn some things about…
BLUE – Episode 10: Space The High Ground
2015
The Air Force impacts billions of people across the world through operations in space, including GPS and missile warning. In this episode of BLUE we meet…
BLUE – Episode 11: The Spirit Of Exploration
2015
Have you ever dreamed of going into space? In this episode of BLUE, we meet two Air Force astronauts who share their experiences and give us a glimpse…
BLUE – Episode 12 : A Global Reach
2016
Advances in technology and capability have enabled Airmen to deliver assistance anywhere on the planet without the vulnerability of being present in global…
BLUE – Episode 13: The Mysteries Of Building 5
2016
Over the years the Air Force has collected some of the most amazing historical artifacts. Some they put on public display for the world to see, but the…
BLUE – Episode 14: Out Of Vietnam
2016
In this episode we introduce two Air Force Vietnam veterans, their unlikely encounter, and an unbelievable story of friendship and reconciliation.
BLUE – Episode 15: Khobar Towers
2016
On June 25, 1996 the U.S. Air Force experienced one of the most horrific attacks in its history. These Airmen look back on the incident and how it changed…
BLUE – Episode 16: World Class
2016
With the Air Force World Class Athlete Program, elite athletes can now serve their country as Airmen, without giving up their shot to represent their nation…
BLUE – Episode 17: Fueling The Future
2016
We introduce you to a family with a tradition that's intertwined with the history and future of two tankers, the KC-135 Stratotanker and the new KC-46…
BLUE – Episode 18: Generation STEM
2016
Maintaining a technological edge in defense requires snagging the best and brightest minds for research and development.
BLUE – Episode 19: A Step Ahead
2017
In this episode, we introduce you to the newest fifth generation multirole fighter aircraft, the F-35.
BLUE – Episode 20: Recruit, Train, Educate
2017
In this episode we show the Instructors training next generation of Airmen for today's battlefield.
BLUE – Episode 21: The Cyber Shield
2017
Hacking, ransomware, the "dark web." Computers have opened up new possibilities for unprecedented access to information by millions around the world,…
BLUE – Episode 22: Testing The Minuteman
2017
Nuclear deterrence has been a mainstay in keeping America safe from nuclear threats for decades. One group of Airmen carry the awesome responsibility…
BLUE – Episode 23: The Bombers
2017
With the ability to carry almost any weapon the Air Force has to offer, Strategic bombers are a mainstay in the U.S. arsenal. Just the threat of using…
BLUE – Episode 24: Pilot Pipeline
2018
The Air Force’s pilot shortage is a complex issue. To get more pilots from the classroom to the cockpit, Airmen are using technology and processes in…
BLUE – Episode 25: Life Cycle Of An Airman
2018
Recruiting, developing and retaining a high-quality workforce of effective leaders is essential for war fighting success.
BLUE – Episode 26: United in Defense
December 6, 2019
Operation Noble Eagle has become an enduring mission in the years since the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001, protecting the United States and…
BLUE – Episode 27: Blueprint to Battlefield
January 15, 2019
Getting new technology from the lab bench to the warfighter has taken on new urgency as the Air Force explores innovative ways to move ideas quickly from…
BLUE – Episode 28: Stronger Together
April 28, 2019
Through relationships, International Affairs leaders build partnerships, strengthen capabilities, and develop partner Airmen.
BLUE- Episope 29: Target Acquisition
2019
To meet emerging threats and maintain domain dominance, the Air Force is moving beyond antiquated acquisition processes and opening new avenues to smaller…
BLUE – Episode 30: Cyber in the Contested Domain
2020
As America's adversaries evolve, the Air Force has to be ready to withstand a digital 'sucker punch'. To mitigate this threat, cybersecurity is being integrated…
BLUE – Episode 31: AI Advantage
2020
The Air Force aims to harness and wield the most optimal forms of artificial intelligence to accomplish all mission-sets of the service with greater speed…