10/1/2012 - The Air Force Personnel Center has just announced Air Force lodging rates will increase approximately 27 percent beginning Oct. 1. This is the first rate increase in four years. Maj. Gen. A.J. Stewart, AFPC commander, said the increase is necessary to ensure Air Force Lodging rates cover current operating and capital improvement costs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alexandra Sandoval)(RELEASED)