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  • A Welcomed FTEC Upgrade

    The 20th Fighter Wing is leading the charge in modernizing training for first-term Airmen, enhancing the First Term Enlisted Course with technological and course material updates.The updates include an entirely new portion of the course focused on deployment readiness, including the new Air Force

  • 20th SFS hits the ground running in first-ever Sentinel Seed exercise

    The roar of helicopter blades cuts through the biting December air as U.S. Air Force 20th Security Forces Squadron Defenders touched down at the Poinsett Electronic Combat Range in Sumter. Their mission: to establish a robust defense of a contingency location during the first-ever multi-day Sentinel

  • 2nd Lt. Eric Wills leads the way on and off the rugby field

    As a part of the Team Tyndall community, it's not uncommon to encounter leaders who embody the values of teamwork, resilience and camaraderie. Drawing from his experiences in competitive rugby, 2nd Lt. Eric Wills, 325th Logistics Readiness Squadron traffic management operations officer in charge,

  • AFCENT AWC aids multinational exercise

    U.S. Air Forces Central’s Air Warfare Center just completed one of the most comprehensive multinational military training events in the region with the support of the host nation’s own AWC—the Advanced Tactical Leadership Course.This annual seven-week program is not just another military exercise –

  • Bridging the Gap: ANPs at Creech AFB Improve Squadron Medical Readiness

    The new Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner career field has grown significantly and improved squadron medical readiness by bridging the gap between medical services and squadrons around the Air Force since it started in 2019. At Creech Air Force Base, there are two ANPs, and this is how they have

  • Team Moody demonstrates mission capability to ACC command team

    Gen. Ken Wilsbach, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Dave Wolfe, ACC command chief, visited Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Dec. 2-3, 2024, to engage with Flying Tiger and Spartan Airmen from the 23rd Wing and 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing, recognizing their dedication and

  • Air Combat Command team visits Robins AFB

    U.S. Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach, commander of Air Combat Command, Chief Master Sgt. Dave Wolfe, ACC command chief, and their spouses, Cindy Wilsbach and Dr. Doniel Wolfe, visited Robins Air Force Base Dec. 2, 2024, to highlight the base's important role in supporting ACC objectives and national

  • COMACC, Command Chief immerse into AFTAC mission

    For the first time since taking charge of Air Combat Command in February, ACC’s top general and enlisted leader traveled to Florida to visit the Air Force Technical Applications Center Dec. 5. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, ACC commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Dave Wolfe, ACC command chief, toured the

  • ZeroEyes technology helps detect potential firearm threats

    The rebuild of Tyndall Air Force Base has set a precedent for innovation with state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology being implemented across the installation. ZeroEyes, an artificial intelligence system that detects potential firearm threats, is among some of the latest

  • ACC leaders visit command’s sole C2 wing

    U.S. Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe, ACC command chief, visited the 505th Command and Control Wing, Nov. 14. Wilsbach and Wolfe were accompanied by their spouses, Mrs. Cindy Wilsbach and Dr. Doniel Wolfe.

  • 386th ECES conducts joint rapid airfield damage recovery exercise

    The 386th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron recently conducted a joint rapid airfield damage recovery training exercise with U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 25, within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 8, 2024.Rapid airfield damage recovery

  • 380th executes high-intensity mass casualty exercise

    In a demonstration of preparedness and rapid response capabilities, the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing recently conducted a large-scale Mass Casualty (MasCal) exercise, engaging personnel across multiple units in a simulated emergency scenario. The exercise – the first of its kind in nearly two

  • True North specialists certify in BLAST method, assist Airmen with trauma

    Thirteen licensed clinical social workers from Moody Air Force Base received advanced training in Bi-lateral Analysis and Stimulation Treatment (BLAST), in Valdosta and Moody AFB, Georgia, August to October 2024, becoming the first military installation to receive this certification. The BLAST

  • Moody AFB honors Medal of Honor recipient in Douglas

    Airmen assigned to Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, participated in a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for the Cadet Park and Maj. Charles J. Loring Jr. Memorial at the 63rd Army Air Force Flight Training Base in Douglas, Georgia, Nov. 22, 2024. The World War II Flight Training Base committee,

  • Speaking for the Mission

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roland Phelps, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing Host Nation Coordination Cell cryptologic language analyst, bridges communication gaps between U.S. and partner nations. Phelps dedicated two years to technical training, mastering Arabic to serve as a translator for the Air

  • To win a war, less is more

    Sixteen Airmen from Mountain Home Air Force Base were forward deployed to the Idaho Falls Regional Airport to test the limits of agile combat employment (ACE) during a recent exercise. The goal was simple: use the smallest team possible to accomplish the mission.

  • Exercise PHOENIX ARMOR

    The 378th Air Expeditionary Wing is participating in the partner nation-led Exercise PHOENIX ARMOR from Nov. 25 to Nov. 28, 2024. This integration brings together U.S. forces and regional allies to strengthen partnerships and enhance interoperability through advanced air operations.

  • 386th EFSS hosts Thanksgiving meal service

    The 386th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron hosted an annual Thanksgiving Meal Service event for deployed service members, Nov. 28, 2024, within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. The meal service, a long-standing tradition at the Rock, kicked off with opening comments provided by

  • 192nd Wing appoints new dedicated crew chiefs

    The 192nd Wing, Virginia Air National Guard, recognized 11 Airmen with the 192nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 192nd Operations Group, for their technical knowledge, initiative and leadership during a Dedicated Crew Chief ceremony Nov. 16, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton,

  • U.S., French leaders share concepts and challenges

    Leadership from the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) recently participated in an engagement with their French counterparts from Base Aerienne 104, October 10, 2024. The exchange consisted of a facility tour and briefings to gain insight on shared operational concepts and mutual challenges.

  • International Defense Collaboration Soars at Exercise Global Eagle

    United States, United Kingdom, and Norwegian forces to put their combined skills to the test in a series of rigorous training scenarios aimed at enhancing interoperability, mission readiness, and strategic relationships during Exercise Global Eagle. While the entirety of the events spanned much of

  • 55th Dental Squadron improves veterans' oral health

    The 55th Dental Squadron deployed a team of six dental residents, three staff dentists and four dental technicians to provide dental assistance to veterans during the second annual Veterans Mission of Mercy event at the Titan Army National Guard Readiness Center in Yutan, Nebraska, November 14-16.

  • Class-25A completes training at Airey NCO Academy

    The Paul W. Airey Noncommissioned Officer Academy hosted and completed its largest in-residence class since Hurricane Michael, symbolizing the resiliency and growth that Tyndall continues to make daily.

  • 386th ESFS advances mission readiness with UAS operator certification

    The 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron recently conducted an unmanned aerial system (UAS) defense certification event within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility (AOR). The culminating event certified 16 members from the 386th ESFS as air defense operators.

  • Restoring history: Airmen and veterans unite to revive T-33 Shooting Star

    Airmen from Shaw’s 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron joined forces with Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3096 and the American Legion Post 29 in Bishopville, providing technical expertise, resources and manpower in the restoration U.S. Air Force T-33 Shooting Star. The restored T-33 was unveiled on

  • Offutt hosts VA exercise

    Offutt Air Force Base hosted the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System as they conducted a National Disaster Medical System exercise on Nov. 13, at Offutt Field House.

  • Combat Shield tests 35th FW fighter readiness

    The 87th Electronic Warfare Squadron (EWS), 850th Spectrum Warfare Group under the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing, conducted an annual Combat Shield assessment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, from Nov. 4-8, 2024, evaluating the readiness and effectiveness of 35th Fighter Wing (FW) F-16 Fighting Falcon

  • 40 Years of Making Lasting Connections

    Through the universal language of music, the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band communicates Air Force messages, builds partnerships, and demonstrates American values to the world, making lasting connections with its audiences. Mr. Ray Landon, music resource specialist for the Heritage of

  • AFCENT command chief visits with 386 AEW Airmen

    U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Wiener, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) command chief, visited the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing to connect with Airmen and gain firsthand insight into the wing’s mission as U.S. Central Command’s theater gateway, Nov. 4-6, 2024, within the U.S. Central

  • AFCENT showcases Coalition airpower at Bahrain Airshow

    The Bahrain International Airshow 2024, one of the region’s most prominent aviation and aerospace defense expositions, began this week at Bahrain’s Sakhir Air Base and includes a wide array of aircraft and assets from across the U.S. Department of Defense.

  • New reef project at Tyndall AFB aims to protect against storms

    On October 21, 2024, a groundbreaking project began at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, to build a special kind of oyster reef that could protect the base from future storms. This new reef, which combines both man-made materials and living oysters, is part of an innovative effort funded by the U.S.

  • Deployed to Lead: Beale Airmen Power Expeditionary Operations

    Airmen from the 9th Reconnaissance Wing prepared for departure to become deployed Airmen under U.S. Central Command’s Combined Air Component – Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central). Beale’s deployers were joined by family, friends and fellow Airmen to see them off. It was an emotional gathering, but

  • Global Unity: US, Australia, Canada and UK

    In an era defined by rapid technology advancements and with a worldwide platform saturated with Great Power Competition, the Distributed Mission Operations Center on Kirtland Air Force Base, hosted its Virtual Flag: Coalition exercise, Oct. 21 - Nov. 4.

  • USS Tucson Sailors visit DM and namesake city

    The 355th Training Squadron hosted six U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the USS Tucson, and gave them access to the Full Mission Trainer flight simulators used for A-10C Thunderbolt II pilot training on Nov. 5, 2024.

  • True North providers support Airmen near and far

    In September, rescue Airmen from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, deployed to the Southeastern U.S. in response to Hurricane Helene. Unsure what challenges the Airmen might encounter, True North mental health providers were on standby to take their calls and offer support.

  • 386th ESFS unleashes state-of-the-art K-9 kennel facility

    The 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron opened its new state-of-the-art military working dog (MWD) kennel facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony, hosting 386th Air Expeditionary Wing and U.S. Army partner leadership teams, Nov. 4, 2024, within the U.S. Central Command area of

  • AFCEA Tidewater hosts annual STEM event

    The Tidewater Chapter of the Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association International hosted its annual Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Oct. 22, 2024.

  • Team Moody develops future first sergeants via symposium

    The First Sergeant Council held the First Sergeant Symposium at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 28 to Nov. 1, 2024. As the principal advisor to the unit commander, a first sergeant ensures mission readiness while supporting Airmen’s personal and professional well-being. The bi-annual symposium

  • Readiness: Dilemmas for Adversaries

    As Air Combat Command continues to move swiftly to optimize its operations to meet the evolving demands of Great Power Competition, command leadership has emphasized readiness at all levels as key to present future dilemmas for adversaries.

  • 11th CABS activates and Lt Col Jamerson takes command

    Presided by ACC's 355th Wing commander, 11th Combat Air Base Squadron, Air Force, Special Operations Command, activated and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel Jamerson, 11th CABS incoming commander, assumed command at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, October 31, 2024.

  • Two Airmen build resilience and tactical expertise at Army Ranger School

    Two Airmen from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base earned the title of U.S. Army Ranger School graduate on Aug. 9, 2024. U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Manuel Castro, 355th Security Forces Squadron section commander, and Senior Airman Jacob Hostetler, 355th Operations Support Squadron survival evasion resistance

  • Idaho Air Guard Wing Supports Joint Partnerships at Exercise

    The 124th Fighter Wing arrived at Nellis for the Green Flag West exercise. GFW ensures the 124FW is operationally ready to provide joint ground support to its NATO partners globally. GFW is facilitated by Air Combat Command through the 549th Combat Training Squadron.

  • 25 ATKG hosts first IIQC at Shaw AFB

    The 25th Operations Support Squadron hosted its first Initial Intelligence Qualification Course, here, October 21, 2024. Prior to relocating, the IIQC was conducted by the 432nd OSS at Creech Air Force Base, Nev.

  • President Biden thanks Team Moody for Helene recovery

    Airmen from Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, attended a conference with President Joe Biden on Oct. 28, 2024, where the president thanked the military's contributions to Hurricane Helene recovery operations. During the call, representatives from Fort Liberty, North Carolina; Fort Campbell, Kentucky;

  • Airport Bureau dog teams sniff out Beale's Dragon Town

    Dragon Town is a training village. It is most often used by the 9th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) to practice clearing buildings. Today, it was the used by six dog teams of the Explosive Detection K9 unit from the Sacramento County Sherriff’s Office-- Airport Bureau along with teams from Beale’s

  • DAF announces ACC A6 name change

    The Department of the Air Force announced the renaming of the Air Combat Command A6 Directorate from Cyberspace and Information Dominance to the Directorate of Cyberspace Operations and Warfighting Communications.

  • First Sergeants at The Rock: Supporting the mission at every level

    In the fast-paced environment of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, first sergeants are the cornerstone of mission readiness and the well-being of Airmen under their care within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility (AOR). Affectionately known as the Diamonds on the Rock, these dedicated,

  • Team Moody hones FARP techniques with German Airmen

    Airmen assigned to the 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron Forward Area Refueling Point team and the 71st Rescue Squadron practiced rapid refueling techniques with members of the Bundeswehr, the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Germany, Oct. 22-24, 2024, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia.

  • Mitchell Trophy Air Race Returns: Honoring 1 FW Legacy and Innovation

    The Mitchell Trophy Air Race is returning this year, challenging some of the Air Force's oldest and premier squadrons in a competition that has not taken place since 1936. This historic event will test the readiness, planning, and operational skills of the entire 1st Fighter Wing, specifically

  • Tyndall F-35 deliveries resume

    The 325th Fighter Wing received several newly-upgraded F-35A Lightning II aircraft over the past few months—a welcome delivery after a year-long manufacturing delay.

  • 23d CPTS crushes FY closeout amid Hurricane Helene

    As Hurricane Helene unleashed damaging winds and heavy rainfall across the region, Moody Air Force Base entered a mission-essential posture. In the midst of this, the 23rd Comptroller Squadron faced the unique challenge of finalizing Team Moody's end-of-year financial obligations under emergency

  • Heritage Winds performs in Youngstown

    The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band, Heritage Winds, perform a concert to the Mahoning Valley community at the Ford Recital Hall, DeYor Performing Arts Center, Youngstown, Ohio, Oct. 15, 2024. The mission of Heritage Winds, a wind dectet headquartered out of Air Combat Command, Joint Base

  • Optimizing decision advantage through human-machine team experimentation

    The Department of the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team hosted the first software sprint experiment to examine software solutions for enhanced command and control in conjunction with the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis, at the Howard Hughes Operations, or H2O,

  • Strengthening Airmen through Connection

    Joint Base Langley-Eustis introduced Airmen: Professionalism in Excellence, a unique initiative in October 2022, with the goal of ensuring no Airmen are left feeling isolated when they arrive at their first duty station. “The goal of APEX is connection; it’s a simple, one-word goal,” stated Staff

  • 6th CTS trained alongside U.S. Marines for the first time during MWX

    The U.S. Air Force 6th Combat Training Squadron (CTS), based at Nellis AFB, Nevada, trained alongside U.S. Marines for the first time during a recent Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Warfighting Exercise (MWX) exercise at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Aug.