Inside the New U.S. Air Force Academy Visitor Center | Checkpoints June 2026

Take an inside look at the new Hosmer Visitor Center at the U.S. Air Force Academy, USAFA’s newest landmark designed to inspire future leaders and tell the story of the Long Blue Line. Named in honor of Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Bradley Hosmer ’59 — the Academy’s first graduate, first Rhodes Scholar and first graduate to serve as Academy superintendent — and his wife Zita Hosmer, the 34,000-square-foot visitor center features interactive exhibits that showcase the 47-month cadet journey, the Academy’s mission and the many career paths available to graduates. This video captures the ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening, and explores why the Hosmer Visitor Center represents a major USAFA milestone for alumni and future generations considering a life of service. In this video: • A look inside the new Hosmer Visitor Center • Hear remarks from Academy leaders and distinguished guests • Discover how the center introduces visitors to cadet life and leadership development • See why this new destination is expected to welcome nearly 1 million visitors each year Whether you’re an Air Force Academy graduate, cadet, military enthusiast, prospective student or simply interested in the history and future of the Academy, this video offers an inside look at one of the institution’s most important new additions. If you enjoy this video, be sure to like, subscribe and comment about what excites you most at the Hosmer Visitor Center. #USAFA #AirForceAcademy #HosmerVisitorCenter #LongBlueLine #MilitaryLeadership #ColoradoSprings #UnitedStatesAirForce #MilitaryHistory #CadetLife #Leadership #ThingsToDoInColorado