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  • New program aimed to improve MQ-1/9 community begins at ACC

    The initial stage of Air Combat Command's new program, the Culture and Process Improvement Program, began here, Aug. 21, and is designed to take place across 12 Air Force active duty, reserve and National Guard bases.The CPIP was established to target and develop methods of improvement for concerns

  • Airmen weather through Marine tactics course

    -- Aircraft ranging from bombers to fighters to helicopters all have one similarity between them that can be either friend or foe.Mother Nature.But one specialized group of Airmen is able to tell whether service members are dealing with friendly forces or one of its most deadliest foes. Amongst

  • F-22 inaugural deployment to Europe

    Four F-22 Raptors, one C-17 Globemaster III, and approximately 60 Airmen arrived at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, to train with allied air forces and U.S. services through mid-September.This first-ever F-22 training deployment to Europe is funded by the European Reassurance Initiative, and provides

  • US Airman recognized as 'hero' in Paris

    U.S. Ambassador to France, Jane D. Hartly, recognized Airman 1st Class Spencer Stone for his actions in saving countless lives during a terrorist attack aboard a train headed toward Paris Aug. 21."We often use the word hero, and in this case I know that word has never been more appropriate," Hartley

  • AF Senior leaders give State of the Air Force address

    Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James and Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III held a State of the Air Force address at the Pentagon, Aug. 24.The first topic of discussion was about Airman 1st Class Spencer Stone's heroic actions aboard a train in France. James briefed that

  • Historic fighter squadron celebrates 98th birthday

    One of America's oldest fighter squadrons celebrated its 98th birthday at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, Aug. 20, 2015.The 94th Fighter Squadron, which dates back to World War I, was originally organized at Kelly Field, Texas, before being re-designated to Langley in June 1975. The squadron is

  • Air Force extends SAPR services to AF civilians

    The Air Force released a policy memo today allowing Air Force civilian employees who are victims of sexual assault to file restricted and unrestricted reports with their installation's sexual assault response coordinator.The policy is effective immediately and allows SARCs and sexual assault

  • 71st FTS 'Ironmen' return to Langley

    U.S. Air Force Airmen, former Service members and families welcomed the 71st Fighter Squadron "Ironmen" back to Joint Base Langley-Eustis during a reactivation ceremony here, Aug. 21.Deactivated in 2010, the historic fighter squadron will continue its legacy of excellence, but shift its focus from

  • New Horizons medical personnel provide emergency assistance in mass casualty

    U.S. Air Force medical personnel treated mass causality incident victims at the Dr. Salvador Parades Hospital in Trujillo, Honduras, Aug. 10, 2015.The incident involved 14 Honduran army soldiers from the 15th Battalion who were injured in an explosion at their base said a Honduran army official.The

  • From throttle to brakes ACMS maintainers make RPA missions possible

    Imagine a wire entangled room laden with the sound of humming computer drives, or a crowded air-conditioned ground control station dimly lit by the glow of computer screens. In these locations one might also find Airmen of the 432nd Aircraft Communications Maintenance Squadron attending to one of

  • Honduran air force members glean valuable knowledge from NDI technicians

    Five members from the Honduran air force teamed up with 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) and the 355th Equipment Maintenance Squadron for a subject matter expert exchange from Aug. 16-22, 2015.  The exchange focused primarily on a variety of nondestructive inspections lab processes."The NDI lab

  • RPA Airmen save time, money with new NDI technology

    Non-destructive inspection (NDI) technicians assigned to the 432nd Maintenance Squadron at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada are among the first Airmen to receive training on a new technology used to maintain and fix remotely piloted aircraft and parts.The Q-800 Portable Shearography System equipment or

  • Holloman receives Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award

    Holloman received the Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award on Aug. 18, from the Military Child Education Coalition for their participation in the Otero STEM program.STEM provides specific education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics to children in real-world applications.The

  • 25th Air Force commander visits Beale

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Bradford "B.J." Shwedo, 25th Air Force commander, visited Beale Air Force Base, California, Aug. 12, for the first time after assuming command of the 25th Air Force. During the visit, Shwedo was familiarized with the 9th Reconnaissance Wing mission. The 25th Air Force

  • Continuing evolution: 75 years of Nellis History

    Closing in on its 75th anniversary, Nellis Air Force Base has stood the test of time. Although the Las Vegas Army Air Field opened in 1941, the base's roots can be traced back to a little over a decade earlier when a new airfield opened in the barren desert of Las Vegas.Pop Simon, a local fuel

  • Raising the Red Flag: Combat training at its finest

    Airmen from the 77th Fighter Squadron here are participating in Red Flag 15-4 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 11 to 17.Red Flag, executed through the 414th Combat Training Squadron at Nellis, is a realistic combat training exercise conducted at the Nevada Test and Training Range by the United

  • Langley Youth Programs wins Program of the Year

    The Langley Youth Programs at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia continued their winning streak upon being named Program of the Year by Boys and Girls Club of America while competing against all military installations and BGCAs throughout the Virginia and Washington D.C. area in 2015.This year

  • Women Warrior Luncheon: Empowering women one chevron at a time

    A small group of female Airmen came together for an afternoon of empowerment and planning during the inaugural Women Warrior Luncheon here, Aug. 12.The luncheon, hosted by 633rd Air Base Wing Chapel staff, facilitated communication between junior Airmen and seasoned leaders with the intent to

  • 25 years on the hunt

    On Aug. 9, the 55th Wing's personnel and its RC-135V/W Rivet Joint aircraft hit 25 straight years of continuous deployment to U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility.What started out as a single ship response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait on Aug. 2, 1990, has now turned into what is believed to

  • Hammer Time, RPA, maintenance crews test skills in Combat Hammer exercise

    Airmen from four squadrons within the 432nd Wing and 432nd Air Expeditionary Wing participated in the annual Air-Ground Weapon Systems Evaluation Program, also known as Combat Hammer exercise, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 3-7.The exercise tested the maintenance crews, pilots, sensor

  • Purple Heart recipients honored during banquet

    Two active-duty Airmen from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, along with 48 local veterans, were honored at a Purple Heart Banquet, Aug. 7, at the First Pentecostal Holiness Church in Goldsboro.The event honored service members from Eastern North Carolina who've received the medal,

  • ACC commander releases new command strategy

    Gen. Hawk Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command released the ACC's 2015 command strategy "Securing the High Ground" today.The principles the document outlines are designed to chart a deliberate course for ACC that will transform today's Combat Air Force into the CAF of tomorrow."This strategy

  • Intel Airman sets record

    For the average Airman, the beginning of their career looks pretty similar: complete basic military training and technical school and then at their first duty station, knock out career development courses.When Airman 1st Class Nathan M. Dunster, 55th Intelligence Support Squadron electronic warfare

  • Beale responds to wildfire with local community firefighters

    Beale personnel from the 9th Civil Engineer Squadron assisted CAL Fire and other fire prevention organizations with fighting a wildfire near Clearlake in California, Aug. 6.The Rocky fire started July 29, and is the largest of 19 active wildfires burning across the state, consuming nearly 70,000

  • MIB initiative promotes resilience '4 Teens'

    Every day brings new challenges for our Airmen, whether it's in the form of an upcoming deployment that will take them away from their family, or a hurdle at work they must overcome. Fortunately, they continue to find a way to handle this adversity through training, teamwork and wingmanship, all for

  • Comprehensive Airman Fitness on the go

    The Wingman Toolkit, an outreach and communication tool designed to ensure Airmen have quick and easy access to the latest Comprehensive Airman Fitness programs and resources, now has a mobile app available to download.The app provides resources to improve mental, physical, social and spiritual

  • Flying high: Strike Eagle pilot reaches elite milestone

    For F-15E Strike Eagle aircrew at the 4th Fighter Wing, flying through the skies is a part of their lifestyle. However, for Lt. Col. Paul Hibbard, 333rd Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, the clouds are almost like a second home.On July 22, Hibbard surpassed the 3,000-hour mark in the F-15E, joining

  • Warfighter of the Week: Senior Airman Kyle Streets

    Senior Airman Kyle Streets, 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) personnel security manager, was recognized as the Warfighter of the Week, July 27, 2015.Streets was born into a military lifestyle and by the time he graduated high school he already knew that he wanted to continue in his parents'

  • Certified to save lives

    Twenty-one U.S. Air Force Airmen graduated from a paramedic training course at the Pima Community College Public Safety and Emergency Services Institute July 31.The course is a four-month accelerated paramedic certification that is usually 10 months to complete and consists of classroom and field

  • 354th EFS completes historic TSP deployment

    The 354th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron completed its theater security package mission throughout Europe in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve, July 31, 2015.The squadron's 12 A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft and approximately 300 Airmen from the 355th Fighter Wing, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base,

  • Shwedo takes command of 25th AF and Shanahan gets 3rd star

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Bradford J. "B.J." Shwedo, took command of the 25th Air Force today from Maj. Gen. John N. T. "Jack" Shanahan during a change of command ceremony that Gen. Herbert J. "Hawk" Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command, officiated here, Aug. 3. "It is great to be back here in

  • Beale EOD trains, supports Sentry Eagle 15

    When you hear the words 'Sentry Eagle,' your first thought might be F-15 Eagles, F-16 Falcons, or F-18 Hornets. You would think of these fighter airframes, but would explosive ordnance disposal cross your mind? It might not.Members of the 9th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal

  • 9th AF welcomes new commander

    Ninth Air Force welcomed a new commander here, as Maj. Gen. Mark Kelly assumed command from Maj. Gen. H. D. Polumbo Jr. in a ceremony officiated by Gen. Hawk Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command, on July 31.Ninth Air Force, headquartered at Shaw Air Force Base, is a Numbered Air Force under ACC

  • New Horizons medical team supports exercise personnel and Hondurans

    New Horizons Honduras 2015 training exercise medical personnel have provided medical support to exercise personnel and Hondurans since June 2015 and will continue to do so until early August.The 15-person medical team is made up of a general surgeon, anesthesiologist, operating room nurse, emergency

  • Eye in the sky, RPA Airmen in the Red Flag fight

    The sun beats down on the dry Nevada desert bringing a smell of fuel that fills the air. Engines begin roaring to life as the Airmen of the 432nd Wing prepare to support Red Flag 15-3 from July 13-31, 2015.Located approximately an hour from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, where participants eat,

  • Air Force removes nuclear excess from Alaska

    The Air Force Technical Applications Center, headquartered at Patrick AFB, Fla., removed excess nuclear material from one of the center's seismic arrays on Burnt Mountain, Alaska, and transferred it to a repository at the Nevada National Security Site after nearly 15 years of inoperability.Ten

  • Gunfighter recognized as one of the Air Force's Outstanding Airmen

    Since its inception in 1956, the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year award has recognized superior Airmen for their leadership, job performance, community involvement and personal achievements.This year Mountain Home Air Force Base has the pleasure of recognizing one of our own Airmen, Staff Sergeant

  • AWACS reservists team up with E-3 program managers

    For the first time in the history of the E-3 Sentry, reservists from the 513th Air Control Group invited E-3 program managers from Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., on board to showcase the Block 40/45 upgrade during a training mission on July 19.The program managers, who are responsible for upgrades

  • Airmen help base 'weather' any storm

    Multiple displays of surrounding weather conditions fill monitors throughout the room. Screens and documents are flooded with combined acronyms and numbers - a cryptic language only a specialist can decipher.Amidst the colorful display of precipitation, wind and climate forecasts, short spouts of

  • Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Marks Completion of Major New Horizons Project

    New Horizons Honduras 2015 training exercise personnel, Honduran government officials, Honduran military members and U.S. Embassy representatives, in addition to the Gabriela Mistral students and their parents, attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new two-classroom schoolhouse at the Gabriela

  • RPA prophecy fulfilled, oldest RPA squadron celebrates 20 years

    By the end of World War II endless possibilities were brought to one man's prophecy that would set the stage for modern day of aviation.General Henry H. "Hap" Arnold made a startling prediction: "We have just won a war with a lot of heroes flying around in planes. The next war may be fought by

  • Innovative Airmen recognized by AF vice chief of staff

    Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry O. Spencer presented the inaugural General Larry O. Spencer Innovation Awards July 23 at the Pentagon, to Airmen who made the most significant contributions to saving Air Force financial and manpower resources this year."This is personal for me -- not because

  • Overcoming all odds, Airmen defeats toughest adversary yet

    He awoke on a frigid Washington D.C. morning completely blind and was rushed through the cold snow laden streets in a furious sprint to the hospital.A few hours later Ryan Keeney received the worst news of his life. He had been diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, a deadly form of cancer which

  • Creech Airmen showcase RPA at Canadian airshow

    The RPA MQ-1 Predator made its debut in Canada among 30,000 Alberta locals in Lethbridge, July 23-25. It's the second time it was showcased at an international airshow.Fifteen Airmen from Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, participated in the 2015 Lethbridge International Airshow and educated the

  • TRICARE now provides breast pumps, lactation counseling and more

    Mothers that choose to breast feed their infants might be surprised to learn that TRICARE updated its coverage to include breast pumps and supplies as of July 1.TRICARE can aid expecting Desert Lightning Team mothers through the process to obtain a breast pump and supplies. There are multiple

  • 55th Wing has an unreal Northern Edge 2015 experience

    Contrails in the sky over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex told a story of synthetic battles orchestrated to train the best pilots and aircrews in the world to be better.The pilots and aircrews were part of an exercise which took place June 11 - 26 in Alaska that was simply called Northern

  • Patient Safety Programs lead by example

    As Claudia Enriquez heads out of her office, she double-checks to make sure she has everything she will need.Pens. Clipboard. Checklist. One by one, she guarantees she has what she needs to make today's visit a success.Moving into a hallway of the 49th Medical Group, she meets today's

  • ACC, AMC training centers collaborate to increase warfighter support

    Maj. Gen. Jay Silveria, U.S. Air Force Warfare Center commander, visited the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center to meet with Airmen who support, train, and execute the expeditionary mission at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, July 15, 2015.His visit provided a rare opportunity for the

  • 23d Wing welcomes new commander

    With eight simple words, U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas Kunkel assumed command of the 23d Wing from Col. Chad Franks during a change of command ceremony here, July 23.Maj. Gen. H.D. Polumbo Jr., Ninth Air Force commander, officiated the ceremony for the legendary Flying Tigers.Polumbo applauded Franks

  • AF Offers Assistance to PII Hack Victims

    The Air Force maintains its commitment to protect personal information from cyber threats by continuing efforts with the Defense Department and the Office of Personnel Management to assist those impacted by the recent cyber incident involving federal background investigation data.OPM and an

  • Vet clinic supports MWD program with care, training

      Military working dogs require extensive medical care to keep their noses in good working condition to help sniff out drugs and explosives and aid in base security.To ensure these canines are up for the task, the 23rd Aerospace Medicine Squadron Veterinary Services Flight supports Moody's MWDs by

  • First F-35 fighter squadron activated at Hill

    The jets won't arrive for another few months, but the first F-35 fighter squadron has officially started work at Hill Air Force Base.The 34th Fighter Squadron -- affectionately known as the Rude Rams -- was reactivated at Hill Friday afternoon, marking the beginning of the F-35's combat era for both

  • AF continues to work with DOD, OPM on cybersecurity incident

    The Air Force maintains its commitment to protect personal information from cyber threats by continuing efforts with the Defense Department and the Office of Personnel Management to assist those impacted by the recent cyber incident involving federal background investigation data.

  • SecAF pays first visit to Ellsworth

    Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James visited Ellsworth for the first time July 19 to 21, interacting with the men and women who make the 28th Bomb Wing a success.During her trip, she explored several historic sites in the Black Hills, and toured various units across base, experiencing

  • Canadian Detachment welcomes new commander

    The 552nd Air Control Wing Canadian Detachment gained a new commander last week.Lt. Col. Don "Boc" Saunders took the reins from Lt. Col. Pete "Dozer" Dozois at a Tinker Club ceremony July 10.Canadian Armed Forces Brig. Gen. Alain Pelletier, deputy commander of the Continental United States NORAD

  • Young athletes learn teamwork, leadership at ProCamp

    More than 100 children swarmed onto one of the base's football fields for a free National Football League ProCamp, July 16 and 17.Boys and girls in grades one through eight performed passing, receiving and defensive drills, all while learning the value of teamwork and leadership with the help of the

  • Fuel systems repair hangar officially opens

    The 355th Component Maintenance Squadron's joint fuel cell repair hangar ribbon cutting ceremony was held July 13.The facility was constructed to improve efficiency within the joint fuel cell leading to the reduction in man hours and operating costs.The new hangar is Air Combat Command's largest

  • Base B-1 to cap off veteran's ceremony in sturgis Aug. 4

    A base B-1 bomber will fly over Main Street in Sturgis, S.D., at 3 p.m., Aug. 4 as part of the 15th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony.The flyover will cap off an event formally recognizing four South Dakota veterans - one each from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and Gulf War - and

  • 4 FW Airman shines at Inter-Nation Championship

    Her journey was full of unknowns. She was thousands of miles from home and in a very unfamiliar land. As foreign as she felt, there was one 7-ft wide circle that made her feel right at home.For Airman 1st Class Jessica Johnson, 4th Aerospace Medicine Squadron public health technician, it was the

  • Beale maintainers achieve "black-letter" status on Dragon Lady

    Members of the 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assigned to the U-2 Dragon Lady here were recognized for an accomplishment that hasn't happened in 13 years in the aircraft maintenance field here on July 13, 2015.The achievement, known in the maintenance community as a "black-letter jet," happens

  • Highlanders build camaraderie through team challenge

    After gathering at 5 a.m., the 128th Aviation Brigade 1st-210th Aviation Regiment started the timer as a U.S. Army Soldier grabbed and shimmied up a thick climbing rope hanging from a pole, beginning the first portion of the Highlander Challenge, July 13, 2015, at Fort Eustis, Virginia.The

  • AF rolls out details to improve RPA mission

    In response to a critical shortage of remotely piloted aircraft pilots, the Air Force rolled out more details of its plan to fix the problem in both the short and long term. The most recent initiatives include creating bonuses for RPA pilots of $15,000 per year beginning in fiscal year 2016; placing

  • Daily Deployed

    After working the night shift as a newly arrived remotely piloted aircraft pilot at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Maj. Jeremy slept on a mattress that snugly fit in his closet. He resorted to the unusual sleeping arrangement to get the rest he needed during the day as his three children played

  • EES roadshow visits Team Moody

    Personnel from Headquarters Air Force and the Air Force Personnel Center visited here July 13, to share information about Enlisted Evaluation System and Weighted Airman Promotion System changes.During the briefings, EES/WAPS subject matter experts spoke about changes that have already been

  • OPM acts to protect federal workers, others from cyber threats

    U.S. Office of Personnel Management officials announced July 9, the results of the interagency forensics investigation into a recent cyber incident involving federal background investigation data and the steps OPM is taking to protect those affected.In late May, as a result of ongoing efforts to

  • AF revolutionizes study material delivery for FY16

    Airmen studying for career development and promotion opportunities will begin to receive study materials solely online by Oct. 1, 2017.Electronic delivery of Career Development Course volumes and Weighted Airman Promotion System study references have been in place for several years with a majority

  • Mental health, "To go or not to go"

    The clinic buildings themselves aren't scary; add the words mental health and the image of being studied like a frozen caveman, and most people will avoid them like a tiger were on the loose. That's why the 432d Wing Human Performance Team was stood up--to alieve that stigma, provide help and make

  • Summer of five transitions encourages innovation

    What if, instead of muting and storing your cell phone during a commander's call, you took it out of your pocket and began typing and texting in plain sight?At a commander's call hosted by Col. Michael Bob Starr, 7th Bomb Wing commander, that's exactly what happened.Starr invited Airmen of all ranks

  • 1st FW gains new commander

    U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Fesler assumed command of the 1st Fighter Wing from Brig. Gen. Kevin Huyck, during a change of command ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, July 10, 2015.More than 100 Airmen, including Maj. Gen. H.D. Polumbo Jr., 9th Air Force commander and presiding officer,

  • Gunfighters arrive for Red Flag 15-3

    Members of the 366th Fighter Wing arrived here, July 6, to begin preparations for Red Flag 15-3.Red Flag is a realistic combat training exercise involving the air forces of the United States."It's great to be here at Nellis Air Force Base," said Maj. Jonathan Hutto, 366th FW chief of wing weapons

  • Minot B-52 sortie confirms regional commitment during Colombia mission

    A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, N.D., embarked July 9 on a 16-hour, non-stop mission to Colombia.During the mission to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility, which was closely coordinated with the Colombian Ministry of National

  • GPS: Twenty years of positioning, navigation, timing

    In the past, leaving the house without an atlas or map full of coordinates and colorful directions sometimes led to the driver leading their passengers through an abyss of twists and turns during a simple trip across town.However, those days came to an end with the explosion of the Global

  • Two CE civilians do their part, aid mission

    Paying attention to detail, showing initiative and going beyond the call of duty are aspirations of many Airmen and two Moody civilians were recently rewarded for excelling in all three July 8, here.Elvis Lane, 23d Civil Engineer Squadron pollution prevention manager, and Greg "Radar" Haugen, 23d

  • Wing recognizes top performers in AFAF campaign

    Col. Byron Anderson, 366th Fighter Wing vice commander, recognized airmen for their efforts in the 2015 Air Force Assistance Fund campaign here July 8.The AFAF is an annual effort to raise funds that go directly back to airmen from four different foundations: The Air Force Aid Society, The Air Force

  • Drilling Activity at Honduras Aguan Well Under Way

    Well-drilling activity by the 823rd Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron, out of Hurlburt Field, Fla., is on track to be complete this week at the well site in Honduras Aguan, Honduras, as of July 7, 2015.The well, which is approximately 220 feet deep, is expected to produce between 35,000-45,000

  • 4th EMS AGE: Ground power maintains air dominance

    "No airpower without ground power"This is the motto of the 4th Equipment Maintenance Squadron's aerospace ground equipment Airmen. The AGE flight is comprised of more than 70 Airmen who provide maintenance through inspections and upkeep on equipment to support flightline operations."We provide the