Sept. 29, 2025 LEAP Scholars partner with U.S. Army Intelligence in immersive Warrior Engaged exercise To enhance realism in its training exercises, the U.S. Army has found that utilizing Language Enabled Airman Program (LEAP) Scholars delivers maximum mission impact while remaining cost effective. The recent Warrior Engaged exercise at Camp Bullis, Texas, was another example of productive
Sept. 26, 2025 Spanish LEAP Scholars sharpen the edge of joint force and allied operations Spanish isn’t just a language, it’s a cultural bridge spanning continents, histories and identities. And the tasks Spanish LEAP scholars accomplish span nations, skillsets, and military operations.
Sept. 15, 2025 LEAP translates strategy into action during first-in-a-generation DLE exercise series ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam -- The streets of Guam were filled with celebration as service members and locals came together for the 81st Guam Liberation Day parade. Flying by in a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, one Airman was a critical link in a multinational chain, coordinating
Aug. 12, 2025 Portuguese LEAP Scholars fortify warfighting readiness with allies around the world Portugal is well known for its beaches, cuisine, and music, but its effect on geo-politics is more significant than one might expect from a country that occupies less than one percent of Europe’s landmass.
July 2, 2025 Chinese Mandarin LEAP Scholars Use Their Skills to Increase Combat Credibility Whether supporting high-level strategy for the Pentagon or navigating cultural nuances during simulated warfare in the Pacific, Chinese Mandarin Language Enabled Airman Program (LEAP) Scholars have repeatedly displayed their skills when called to action.
June 3, 2025 Russian LEAP Scholars Amplify Mission Success with Versatility A hallmark of the Language Enabled Airman Program is having more than 3,700 Airmen and Guardians with specialized skills in language, regional expertise, and cultural proficiency, ready to step in when a crisis hits. Needs arise frequently, sometimes unexpectedly, but these service members are
April 4, 2025 LEAP Scholars advance historic Quasi-Zenith system initiative with Japan LEAP Scholars have been a massive force multiplier in missions worldwide, but now their efforts have had an immense impact on a mission in a whole new frontier… space.
Dec. 5, 2024 LEAP Scholars strengthen partner relationships with mission in Timor-Leste As the United States Air Force continues reoptimizing for Great Power Competition, building bonds with partner nations, especially those in the INDOPACOM region, is essential.
Aug. 21, 2024 LEAP Scholars merge Cyber, Language and Culture during training in Germany The emergence of cyberspace has been a shock wave affecting almost every aspect of society, including our national defense. The cyber domain factors into Great Power Competition and the U.S. is working with our allies and partners around the world to improve our capacity to collectively defend
June 25, 2024 LEAP Scholar’s training in Spain elevates her skills as an Air Force recruiter A Spanish Artillery Academy might seem like an unusual place to find a young Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer, but training opportunities that would normally seem unusual happen on a regular basis in the realm of language, regional expertise, and culture. Staff Sgt. Vanesa Wagner’s training in
