Mobility Chief to Lead Air Force Acquisition Reforms

Gen. John Lamontagne, head of Air Mobility Command, has been nominated by the White House to serve as the next Air Force vice chief of staff. The nomination was grouped with several other key positions, including the Judge Advocate General and Air National Guard director. Lamontagne’s confirmation by the Senate is pending. The Air Force has been undergoing a significant shake-up, with several senior officers removed in February. The nomination of Lamontagne, a graduate of the US Air Force academy, reflects the service’s need for experienced leaders to guide its acquisition reforms and modernization efforts. Breaking Defense reported on the nomination, citing a congressional notice.