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  • 4th LRS helps lead the way with CRF

    The 4th Logistic Readiness Squadron was notified of a big change directed by the Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, in May 2015. The 4th LRS began preparing to participate in a new initiative to consolidate aircraft maintenance back shops into one centralized repair

  • 20th FW Airmen slide into sports day

    Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing jumped into a morning of sports and wingmanship during a Comprehensive Airman Fitness and sports day at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Aug. 10.The CAF sports day gave Airmen the opportunity to recover from the unit effectiveness inspection that began

  • Airman Up! recognizes civil service

    Laura Jones, 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron logistics readiness technician, was nominated by her leadership for the Airman Up! award, which highlights her personal development as well as assistance to the Airmen of the unit.

  • Air Force releases criteria for basing new F-16 training squadrons

    The Air Force released basing criteria today that will be used to select candidate bases to establish additional permanent Formal Training Units (FTU) using F-16s from Hill Air Force Base (AFB). The Air Force needs to increase fighter pilot production as part of the service’s efforts to address its

  • SERE skills tested during Razor Talon

    Exercise Razor Talon included aircrew members from the 336th Fighter Squadron honing their survival, evasion, resistance and escape training, Aug. 8, 2016.Razor Talon is a monthly exercise that provides service members unique opportunities to combine land, air and sea forces from all service

  • 10th Air Force CC visits Moody

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Richard Scobee, 10th Air Force commander, talks with Airmen and leadership from the 476th Maintenance Squadron during his visit, Aug. 6, 2016, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The 476th MXS belongs to the 476th Fighter Group, which is an Air Force Reserve unit integrated with

  • Beale awarded for innovative environmental restoration practices

    The Secretary of Defense awarded Beale Air Force Base the 2016 Department of Defense Environmental Award for Environmental Restoration, Installation Aug 5, 2016, here. The installation received the award for making progress toward cleaning contamination from past defense activities, maintaining

  • War Games: Blue Flag provides operational level command, control training

    The mission of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center is to develop innovative leaders and full spectrum capabilities through responsive, realistic and relevant testing, tactics development, and advanced training across all levels of war. Blue Flag is a key exercise in helping to prepare leaders and

  • Nominations for first Air Force enlisted RPA pilots being accepted

    The Air Force is accepting nominations to fill its first class of enlisted remotely piloted aircraft pilots as part of a deliberate approach to enhance the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance mission.The first enlisted RPA pilot selection board will convene at the Air Force Personnel

  • Aggressor’s paint scheme gets makeover

    Since 1972, the 64th Aggressor Squadron has prepared combat air forces by providing realistic threat replication and training. On Aug. 5, the 64th AGRS unveiled the new “splinter” paint scheme for the F-16 Aggressors at Nellis Air Force Base during the 57th Adversary Tactics Group change of command.

  • AFTAC CGOC awards scholarship to local teen

    When she’s not executing her stickhandling skills on the lacrosse field, you might find Madison Zook helping grade school students improve their literacy, volunteering as a Relay for Life captain, or taking the stage with her fellow thespians at her high school.And if that’s not enough, you might

  • F-35A combat readiness celebrated at Hill AFB

    Hill AFB hosted a ceremony Aug. 5 in celebration of the recent announcement that the F-35A Lightning II aircraft is ready for combat.Gen. Hawk Carlisle, the commander of Air Combat Command, declared that the fifth-generation fighter aircraft was "combat ready" Aug. 2.During the ceremony, Carlisle

  • World-Class Intelligence:

    Since 1953, when the armistice ending hostilities on the Korean peninsula was signed, the United States has had a contingent of Airmen supporting the defense of the Republic of Korea. Now, 63 years after the signing, both North and South Korea continue to exist within a tenuous peace that could be

  • 355th Fighter Wing gains new commander

    Col. Scott Campbell assumed command of the 355th Fighter Wing from Col. James Meger during a change of command ceremony here, today.Lt. Gen. Chris Nowland, 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) commander and the ceremony’s presiding office, commended Meger’s accomplishments and welcomed Campbell to

  • Feature: Green Flag measures readiness, interoperability

    During combat, an Airman’s job is to create effects on the battlefield to support the commander’s intent and his nation’s strategic objectives - simultaneously balancing aggressiveness with restraint.To ensure mission success, the Air Force must provide the best training possible. That’s where

  • Triple Nickle participates in Green Flag 16-8

    Green Flag-West, a realistic air-land integration combat training exercise involving the air forces of the United States and its allies, is primarily conducted in conjunction with U.S. Army Combat Training Center exercises at Ft. Irwin, Calif.

  • Airman Up! Remedy through therapy

    Airmen, Soldiers and dependents with various physical pains and difficulties enter a miniature gym, where they are greeted by 20th Medical Group physical therapists.In the physical therapy flight resides an Airman who constantly strives to reach a higher tier of physical therapy.

  • JBLE members invited to NFL military appreciation event

    Military service members from all branches were invited to participate in a mini boot camp and attend a NFL training camp July 28, 2016 at Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center in Richmond, Va.For the third year, the Washington Redskins and USAA hosted the camp for fifty service members as

  • Compass Call receives an upgrade

    Since it became operational, the EC-130H Compass Call has demonstrated its electronic combat power in tactical air operations around the world, and this year the aircraft has achieved another first.The aircraft has received an avionic viability program upgrade to make it more effective in combat and

  • Breaking News: Air Force declares the F-35A ‘combat ready’

    The F-35A Lightning II fifth generation fighter aircraft was declared ‘combat ready’ today by Gen. Hawk Carlisle, the commander of Air Combat Command.Carlisle lauded the aircraft’s performance, noting that the aircraft had met all key criteria for reaching initial operational capability.Airmen

  • Team Seymour teens learn how to “Make It Better”

    Team Seymour resilience instructors led a camp to teach the four pillars of comprehensive Airman fitness to children of military members, July 25 - 29, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina.

  • KC-135 Stratotanker: Refueling Red Flag

    349th Air Refueling Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., provide KC-135 Stratotanker refuleing supportduring Red Flag 16-3 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 21, 2016. Red Flag provides a series of intense air-to-air scenarios for aircrew and ground personnel which will increase their combat

  • Schedulers keep mission on track

    One may think it’s hard to remember when to change the oil in their car, but imagine having over 100 cars to maintain.This is the case for the 23d Maintenance Operations Flight schedulers who maintain a stable calendar of repairs and upkeep required for the fleet of aircraft on Moody’s flightline.

  • F-35A program has come a long way thanks to Hill Airmen

    Airmen from the 388th and 419th Fighter Wings have been hard at work preparing the F-35A Lightning II for combat readiness since receiving the first operational aircraft in September 2015.Aircrew and maintainers at Hill’s fighter wings are confident in the combat ability of the aircraft. So far,

  • Children prepare to go back to school

    Members of Team Shaw partnered with the Exceptional Family Member Program to host the annual Kid’s Jamboree at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 27, 2016.The event served as an outlet for Team Shaw children to get standard screenings before the start of the school year.“Through the department of

  • Enroute Patient Staging Facility gets warriors on the road to recovery

    In a small building tucked behind the hospital at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, the staff of the 379th Expeditionary Medical Group Enroute Patient Staging Facility care for patients from across the region transiting to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany, or back to other home station locations

  • Air Force medical multimedia office celebrates 20 years of excellence

    A one-of-a-kind Air Force resource that provides educational tools to military health providers celebrates its 20th birthday on July 27. Founded by the Air Force Surgeon General’s office in 1996, the purpose of the Center of Excellence for Medical Multimedia is to create innovative educational

  • Norfolk Tides honor JBLE Airmen

    Norfolk Bulldogs Little League baseball team players participate in a meet-and-greet with players from the Norfolk Tides minor league baseball team at the Norfolk Tides Air Force Appreciation Night baseball game in Norfolk, Va., July 23, 2016. Each member of the Bulldogs teamed-up with a Tides

  • Airmen honor Billy Mitchell anniversary

    F-22A Raptor pilot assigned to the 94th Fighter Squadron drops a Joint Direct Attack Munitions during the 95th anniversary of Maj. Gen. William “Billy” Mitchell bombing the Ostfriesland at Langley Air Force Base, Va., July 21, 2016. Mitchell and the 1st Provisional Air Brigade demonstrated to the

  • Fueling the Coalition

    High above the desert, Airman 1st Class Mallory, of the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, settles into her chair and begins flipping switches and checking gauges, preparing for the upcoming rendezvous. From her rear-facing seat in the back of a KC-10 Extender, she opens the rear refueling

  • The ultimate decision is precision

    As an Airman arrives to the secluded building distinguished only by the letters P.M.E.L., he enters through double doors and prepares to take on the mountain of gear in his path.Airmen assigned to the 20th Component Maintenance Squadron Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory flight are

  • Helping the community raise immunity

    August is Immunization Awareness Month. Immunizations are vital to the physical health of service members and their families and helps to maintain individual medical readiness.As school and flu seasons draw closer washing hands, cover coughs and keeping up with vaccines are key to preventing future

  • Policy changes allow Airmen to retrain into special operations

    In a move to meet the high-demand signal for the Air Force’s Battlefield Airmen, the service announced changes to retraining and cross-flow, outlined in a policy memorandum dated April 25.The changes allow Airmen to be released from their current jobs in the Air Force to cross-train into the Special

  • AF commanders aim to ensure smooth take-off for F-35A

    Wing commanders from U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and F-35A Lightning II units met at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, July 20-21 to discuss integration of the two aircraft. The conference focused on joint training, maintenance techniques, manpower and strategies to develop successful integration the

  • Langley celebrates William 'Billy' Mitchell, AF history

    F-22A Raptor from the 94th Fighter Suqadron pilots drop joint direct attack munitions during the 95th anniversary of William "Billy" Mitchell bombing the Ostfriesland at Langley Air Force Base, Va., July 21, 2016. Mitchell and the 1st Provisional Air Brigade demonstrated to the world the superiority

  • First Shirts: Showing appreciation for Airmen

    Recently, Airmen of the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing received a big ‘thank you’ for their contributions to the MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper community from the Creech Air Force Base First Sergeants Association with an Operation Warm Heart sponsored event, July 15, 2016.

  • Leading the way: IG inspects, upholds mission readiness

    At Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, it is customary to see security forces Airmen defending the installation against threats around the clock 365 days a year. It is also likely to see MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper aircrews flying constantly or to see Airmen being treated for medical issues at Creech

  • Food for thought

    An Air Force base cannot function properly or complete its mission effectively without public trust and support from the local community. The Honorary Commander Program opens the door to good communication by allowing D-M and the Tucson, Arizona community to see how each other operate. “The program

  • William "Billy" Mitchell

    This is a post of original article titled William 'Billy' Mitchell -- 'The father of the United States Air Force' once live here at https://www.army.mil/article/33680/William___039_Billy__039__Mitchell______039_The_father_of

  • Moody Airman named one of AF’s 12 OAY

    Air Force officials have selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming a Moody Airman as one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2015.U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jamie K. Zimmer, 347th Operations Support Squadron intelligence analyst, was selected for one of the highest honors an Airman

  • 334th FS honors history

    The 334th Fighter Squadron unveiled a memorial dedicated to their founding squadron, the British Royal Air Force Squadron 71, July 8, 2016, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina.

  • Air Dominance and the Critical Role of Fifth Generation Fighters

    U.S. Air Force General Hawk Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command, discussed the importance of air superiority and the need to assure it by modernizing the Combat Air Force during a hearing of the House Armed Services Committee Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee in Washington, D.C., July

  • NASA pilots enter new frontier

    NASA astronauts underwent full-pressure suit training at the 9th Physiological Support Squadron, July 7, 2016. The astronauts conducted training in a hypobaric chamber at simulated altitudes of more than 70,000 ft.

  • Airman participates in EOD immersion

    Leaving a career field can be a scary proposition for an Airman who has been performing and learning the ins and outs of their job for the better part of a decade. The new career they choose may or may not be a good fit.Despite that, Staff Sgt. Michael McNally, 355th Maintenance Group scheduler,

  • The Ochos keep ‘em moving

    Staff Sgt. Benjamin Taylor, 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron, Aircraft Maintenance Flight instruments and flight controls craftsman, and Staff Sgt. Josh Budinich, 8th EAMS MXA aero repair craftsman, conduct a preflight inspection on a C-17 Globemaster III June 30 here. 8th EAMS Airmen

  • News release

    A ground control station error in the wake of a starter-generator failure led to the intentional crash of an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft in the CENTCOM area of responsibility Nov. 24, 2015, according to an Abbreviated Accident Investigation Board report released today.The aircraft, valued

  • 83rd ERQS participates in mission training exercise

    Airman 1st Class Raul Perales, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron HH-60 crew chief, prepares to marshal a HH-60G Pave Hawk, June 08, 2016, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Perales marshals the pilots as they prepare to participate in a personnel recovery exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo

  • AFTAC continues to support STEM outreach

    The National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers hosted a Science Bowl May 21, 2016 at the University of Central Florida in Orlando for students in elementary, middle and high school. More than 50 students participated, including AFTAC’s own

  • Offutt honors retiring military working dogs

    A hush fell over the guard mount room of the 55th Security Forces Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 28. Rows of Team Offutt members rose respectfully to await the official party.It was retirement season, but this was no normal retirement – while there would be awards given, cake eaten

  • Two missions, one fight

    In a flash of a moment, ground forces find themselves in the throes of battle in less than desirable conditions. In the middle of nowhere, they fight to survive the armed conflict without the supplies they need.To prevent scenarios like this from happening, the 737th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron

  • Mastering the jump

    In order to run a combat free fall jump and deploy Airmen safely from an aircraft at high altitudes, there has to be someone specially trained to direct the operation. They must be highly proficient in every component of the jump process, from ensuring equipment is donned properly, to coordinating

  • Lightning over UK: USAF F-35A takes first overseas flight

    The Air Combat Command F-35A Heritage Flight team accomplished the U.S.’ first transatlantic flight in an F-35A Lightning II, with refueling support from a KC-10 Extender, when it touched down at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, June 30, 2016.

  • Moody, joint effort leads to successful rescue

    Whether on the battlefield or 500 miles off the coast of Bermuda, when lives are on the line, communication and coordination are key. Moody Airmen understand their part in the overall team effort and do what’s necessary to live by the rescue motto “that others may live.”Within hours of the Taiwanese

  • Sage takes command of 4th FW

    Col. Christopher Sage took command of the 4th Fighter Wing from Col. Mark Slocum during a change of command ceremony at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, June 30. Maj. Gen. Scott Zobrist, Ninth Air Force commander, presided over the ceremony, passing the 4th FW guidon between

  • Ninth AF CC tours Moody

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Scott Zobrist, Ninth Air Force commander, receives a briefing on the various capabilities and the latest feat of the 347th Rescue Group during his visit, June 28, 2016, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Last week, Airmen from the 347th RQG conducted a rescue mission off the coast

  • Changing Air Force healthcare through innovation

    Innovation is a buzzword often associated with new technology platforms or successful sports teams, but in reality innovation can apply anywhere someone comes up with a new idea or way of doing something.When it comes to health innovation and research, it’s all about finding new solutions to improve

  • Special operations medical Airmen save lives at sea

    Members of a special operations surgical team assigned to the 720th Special Tactics Group here worked to save the lives of two critically-burned fishermen rescued 500 miles off the coast of Bermuda, June 22.

  • Twentieth anniversary of former 55th CONS member honored

    Members of the 55th Contracting Squadron, along with Col. Mark Williamson, vice commander of the 55th Wing, gathered in the Ronald L. King Dining Facility June 24 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of King’s death. U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ronald L. King lost his life, along with 18 other Airmen,

  • Supplement Safety: What does it mean to you?

    Most people would rather place their trust in multivitamins and other supplements over prescription medications, thinking them to be safer and more natural due to their over-the-counter availability.The truth of the matter is that supplements are not regulated the way that prescription medications

  • Thunderbirds Return to Six-Ship Demonstrations

    The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds are excited to announce their return to flying six-ship demonstrations this weekend in Battle Creek, Michigan, July 2nd.  The Thunderbirds have flown five-ship demonstrations while Maj. Alex Turner, Thunderbird 6, stood down for several weeks following an aircraft

  • COMACC surprised with Order of Sword invitation

    Gen. Hawk Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command, speaks during an enlisted all-call at Joint Base Langley Eustis, June 28, 2016. Carlisle’s presentation to the enlisted Airmen stationed here included facts about Operation Desert Storm, updates on the status of the Air Force and a question and

  • F-35A nearly combat ready

    The first deployment exercise for the F-35A Lightning II confirmed that the Air Force’s newest fighter jet is on track to reach initial operational capability later this year. A declaration of IOC means the F-35A will be combat ready.

  • PTSD Awareness leads to positive treatment

    Post-traumatic Stress Disorder can be debilitating in some patients, but thanks to advancements in research and the continued training of mental health providers, treatments are getting better all the time.Maj. Joel Foster, Chief of Air Force Deployment Mental Health, said treating PTSD has improved

  • Preparing the thunder

    A new detachment here will aim to boost personnel recovery readiness across the military. Detachment 1 of the 414th Combat Training Squadron, out of Nellis AFB, Nevada, was activated today. The new detachment’s mission is to increase readiness by conducting exercises meant to train personnel

  • 23d AMXS bathes the hawg

    A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 23d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron washes an A-10C Thunderbolt II, June 16, 2016, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Maintenance procedures require that the A-10s are washed at least every 180 days. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel Snider/Released)

  • Crew chief pre-flight checks

    The 355th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron generates all combat and training sorties in the 355th Fighter Wing and manages the efforts of 500 Airmen in 10 specialties maintaining A-10C attack aircraft. The squadron provides safe and properly configured aircraft in order to meet mission requirements for

  • Airmen drive RPA innovation with 1st-ever electronic combat officer course

    In an effort to neutralize the enemy and their ability to impact combat operations, the 57th Wing and 26th Weapons Squadron, in conjunction with Airmen from the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing, supported and created the U.S. Air Force’s first-ever MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper Remotely

  • Airmen drive RPA innovation with 1st-ever electronic combat officer course

    In an effort to neutralize the enemy and their ability to impact combat operations, the 57th Wing and 26th Weapons Squadron, in conjunction with Airmen from the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing, supported and created the U.S. Air Force’s first-ever MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper Remotely

  • USAFWS: Deliberate Strike Night

    The United States Air Force is well known as the pinnacle of air superiority. Guaranteeing this supremacy are the Airmen who wear the coveted patch of the U.S. Air Force Weapons School. With only approximately 100 weapons officers and enlisted specialists graduating from the school every six months,

  • 10 Questions on the F-35A Lightning II

    The F-35A is on pace to be named fully mission capable. It is Air Combat Command's newest fifth generation multirole fighter, which has a multitude of enhanced air to air and air-to-ground capabilities.

  • MS Run the US – Offutt Defender races for a cure

    Staff Sgt. Sammy Bridges, NCO in charge of operations support with the 55th Security Forces Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., woke up early June 9. The light was soft and gray as he exited the RV he had slept in. He stretched briefly, and bounced experimentally on his heels. The day before he

  • Trading Dragons

    The U.S. Air Force fleet of U-2 Dragon Ladies provides high-altitude, all-weather intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, day or night, in direct support of U.S. and allied forces. When a U-2 needs phased maintenance a team of Airmen act as a service station on the other side of the world to

  • 823rd MXS, 66th RQS return from deployment

    Approximately 80 Airmen from the 66th Rescue Squadron and 823rd Maintenance Squadron were welcomed home June 3 and 7 after being deployed for approximately four months.

  • MIB: SJ Hike-Camping Club opens doors to adventure

    With each step, the crunching of twigs and leaves hits his ears as a gentle breeze brings the scent of pine and earth into his sphere of senses. In the distance, a babbling brook flows icy water around rock formations as sweat drips down his back. Wiping perspiration from his face as he pauses for a

  • A look around Creech

    An Airman assigned to the 432nd Wing/ 432nd Air Expeditionary Wing at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, runs during a 5k and 10 k race June 10, 2016.To help promote physical readiness, obstacle courses, races and unit workout sessions are organized on a regular basis at Creech. (U.S. Air Force photo by

  • Holloman embraces LEOSA, selected staff arming

    When the Defenders of the 49th Security Forces Squadron are on duty, they are issued a weapon and charged with the protection of the Holloman family. At the end of their shift they turn in their weapon and their duty is done for the day.Now, their duty can extend beyond the duty day. Off-duty

  • Welcome home 48th RQS

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Scott, assigned to the 48th Rescue Squadron, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., embraces his wife after returning home, on Jun 8, 2016, from Operation Inherent Resolve in Turkey. The purpose of the 4-month deployment was to support national security and homeland defense