Air Force's Highest Ranking Enlisted Leader Announces Retirement
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi announced his retirement, citing the recent death of his wife, Katy, as the reason for his departure.
After nearly 30 years in uniform, I am retiring from active-duty service, to ensure I take care of our family and learn to live with Katy in a new way, to continue to honor her as I should.
Flosi sent an email to airmen on Monday, expressing his gratitude and highlighting the Air Force's mission to deliver "war winning Airpower, Anytime, Anywhere".
The email, confirmed as authentic by Task & Purpose, does not specify when Flosi will retire or leave his post as CMSAF, the service's senior enlisted advisor.
Author's summary: Air Force leader retires after wife's death.