The Air Force Association received the news of General Fogleman's early retirement with great regret. His departure is a loss to the Air Force and to the nation.

In his three years as Chief of Staff, General Fogleman achieved much. Under his leadership, the force began to achieve stability after a period of intense change. He launched a comprehensive re-evaluation of future requirements and options. This effort was the basis for two landmark reports-- "New World Vistas," which explored the technological possibilities, and "Air Force 2025," which examined a full range of threats and missions that the future force might confront. This, in turn, was instrumental in the development of "Global Engagement," the Air Force's long-range plan for the 21st century.