Find out more at afa.orgLt. Gen. Paul D. Moga took command of the U.S. Air Force Academy on Aug. 7 as the academy’s 23rd superintendent. Previously, he was the two-star commander of the 3rd Air Force, a senior position within U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa. U.S. Air Force photo/Joshua ArmstrongMoga’s predecessor Bauernfeind made increased military training and a focus on standards hallmarks of his tenure. Following a morning change of command ceremony, Lt. Gen. Tony D. Bauernfeind speaks during his retirement ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Aug. 7, 2026. U.S. Air Force Academy photoAlong with Moga, Chief Master Sgt.