The Air Force Association in Louisiana consists of Two Chapters.  The Ark-La-Tex Chapter 159 is located in Bossier City and has a close afiliation with Barksdale Air Force Base and the surrounding community. The MG Oris B. Johnson Chapter 156 is located in Baton Rouge and supports the AFROTC program at Louisiana State University as well as the local community with AFJROTC programs at regional High Schools. 

Our Mission

The Air Force Association educates the public about the critical role of aerospace power in the defense of our nation; advocates aerospace power and a strong national defense; and supports the United States Air Force, the Air Force family, and Aerospace Education.

The Air Force Association (AFA) is an independent, nonprofit, civilian education organization promoting public understanding of aerospace power and the pivotal role it plays in the security of the nation. AFA publishes Air Force Magazine, conducts national symposia and disseminates information through outreach programs. It sponsors professional development seminars and recognizes excellence in the education and aerospace fields through national awards programs. AFA presents scholarships and grants to Air Force active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve members and their dependents; and awards educator grants to promote science and math education at the elementary and secondary school level.

AFA is led by volunteer leaders at the national, state and local levels. AFA's state organizations and more than 230 chapters hold elections and conduct programs to increase public understanding of key national security issues in their communities. Programs range from luncheon and dinner activities to symposia and legislative roundtables with Congressional leaders