'Airman' magazine enters digital era Published Nov. 13, 2012 FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- A year after publishing the final print edition of Airman magazine, the Air Force is unveiling a new digital version of the service's official magazine specifically geared for tablet devices. "Built specifically for Apple and Android tablet users, this new format gives readers all the in-depth feature stories and spectacular photos they've come to expect from Airman magazine and adds layers of multimedia content and interactivity only available through new publishing techniques," said Preston Keres, Airman editor-in-chief. "We are very excited to release this first new issue, and begin a new era for telling the Airman's story." In addition to stunning photography, compelling copy, great video, interactive content and design, Keres said the staff is proud that they are able to bring back the monthly publishing schedule. For the past year, the Airman editorial staff and design team have posted original content to the Airman website at http://airman.dodlive.mil, which will remain current after the launch of the new tablet magazine. The website will continue as the home of Airman and will feature extra and exclusive staff-produced content, as well as strong feature stories, images and multimedia from the field. The website, however, was never meant to replace the printed magazine. Budget efficiencies in 2011 led to the elimination of the printing budgets for all flagship service magazines. At that time, the Airman editorial staff and design team were reduced to only one full-time employee each, during a BRAC move that consolidated most flagship service products at the Defense Media Activity here.