(This was sent to all IMAs and PIRRs 16 Jul 2026. If you did not receive it in your personal email, please log in to the vMPF and make sure you have a good personal email in that system.)
RIO Buzz Vol 123
Individual Reservists,
This edition includes information on the new DAF Waist-to-Height Ratio measurement, MHA/PHA clinic available every Tuesday, submitting a successful voucher, IDT scheduling in UTAPS, and career broadening opportunities.
NEW! DAF WAIST-TO-HEIGHT RATIO MEASUREMENT REQUIREMENT DEADLINE: 31 AUG 26
HQ RIO is aware that many IRs (both IMAs and PIRRs) have questions regarding the new Air Force Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) requirement. In accordance with guidance issued by Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach, Air Force Reserve members must have a current WHtR assessment uploaded in myBodyComp no later than 31 August 2026, unless medically exempt from the WHtR component.
IR members must accomplish the WHtR assessment while in a qualified duty status and should coordinate with their assigned RegAF Unit Fitness Program Manager (UFPM) and owning unit to ensure the requirement is completed by the deadline.
We are continuing to work with Air Force Reserve and Headquarters Air Force to obtain implementation guidance specific to the IR program and will share additional information as it becomes available.
For more information on the WtHR program, check out the Guidance Update HERE
NEW! PERIODIC HEALTH ASSESSMENT (PHA)/ MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT (MHA) CLINICS AVAILABLE STARTING 14 JUL 26
Every Tuesday starting TODAY, 14 July 26, HQ RIO Medical will offer PHA/MHA services for IMAs who do not require in-person PHAs. To begin, complete your PHAQ in ASIMS (PHAQ instructions can be found here: https://asimsimr.health.mil/imr/MyImr.aspx. Once completed, email the org box: RIO.IRM.Team@us.af.mil. Members will be scheduled appointments in 30-minute blocks (between 0800-1430 MT; Note: 1200-1300 MT will NOT be available for booking). Please include your availability every Tuesday. An email confirmation with appointment date and time will be sent along with a Microsoft Teams invite. During the appointment, a records review, DD 2766 and subsequent MHA and/or PHA sign off as indicated.
NEW! DTS COMMON ERRORS
Has your authorization or voucher been rejected again? Need some help?
HQ RIO shares some common reasons why your travel authorization and voucher may be returned and some tips to avoid those mistakes. Check out the video HERE.
2025 INDIVIDUAL RESERVIST OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS
With great pride, HQ RIO announces the following as our outstanding Airmen Individual Reservist (IR) of the Year across all categories.
These exceptional leaders demonstrated unparalleled dedication, operational preeminence, and an unwavering commitment to the mission. Their hard work and strategic impact continue to mold the future of our force and set the standard for excellence.
Please join us in congratulating this year’s distinguished winners:
Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) of the Year:
SSgt Christian Bond – 31st Fighter Wing
Senior Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) of the Year:
MSgt Dirk McGrane – 51st Operations Support Squadron
Company Grade Officer (CGO) of the Year:
Capt Adam Brautigam – 607th Air Operations Center
Field Grade Officer (FGO) of the Year:
Lt Col James Bishop – 78th Mission Support Group
Congratulations to our winners! Your leadership and continued contributions represent the very best of our Air Force.
IR ADVISORY COUNCIL APPLICATIONS OPEN DEADLINE: 30 JUL 26
Applications are currently being accepted for the HQ RIO Individual Reservist Advisory Council.
The Advisory Council provides a direct line of communication between the Individual Reserve community and HQ RIO leadership. Members help identify challenges affecting IRs, provide feedback on proposed initiatives, and recommend solutions that improve the IR experience across the force.
Who may apply:
Member expectations:
The application window remains open through 30 JUL 26.
Additional application information is available on the HQ RIO website.
NEW! SCHEDULE YOUR IDTs IN UTAPS DEADLINE: 15 AUG 26
The FY27 IDT calendar is now available in UTAPS. All IMA Reservists must enter their projected FY27 IDT schedule in UTAPS and route it to their supervisor for approval no later than 15 AUG 26.
In accordance with Air Force guidance, IMAs and their supervisors must work together to develop a projected FY27 IDT schedule consisting of 24 or 48 IDT periods, depending on the member's Reserve Section Code.
These projected schedules are used for budget planning purposes to help ensure IDT funding is available for FY27.
Don't know your exact dates yet? That's okay. Enter your best estimate now to meet the suspense. Your IDT dates can be modified later as your schedule becomes finalized.
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14N INTEL CAREER FIELD CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE CREDIT (CSC) BOARD: 5 OCT 26
DEADLINE: 27 SEPT 26, 1159 EST
The Air Force Reserve Command Intelligence Direct Commission/Constructive Service is intended to fill critical intelligence skill sets within the Air Force Reserve. The primary purpose of this program is to recruit highly skilled applicants to fulfill the Air Force's critical mission needs.
Further, the CSC program is designed to determine and screen members for the possibility for a higher initial commissioned grade based on experience and/or specialized training related to the intelligence career field and is contingent upon the operational needs of the career field. CSC is NOT intended to select members for commissioning. Interested applicants must still be selected by a wing/unit for commissioning.
All application packages must be received by 27 SEPT 26, 1159 EST, late packages will not be accepted.
Interested applicants can find application requirements HERE.