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  • While aircraft relocate, MAFFS maintain firefighting capabilities

    Two Modular Airborne Firefighting System C-130 Hercules aircraft from Air Force Reserve Command's 302nd Airlift Wing at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., deployed April 26 to provide additional aerial support to contain wildland fires that have plagued Texas for several weeks.The C-130s flew their

  • 79th FS 'Tigers' participate in Green Flag exercise

    Approximately 200 Airmen from the 79th Fighter Squadron "Tigers" will return from a two-week Green Flag exercise at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 29.Green Flag is an exercise designed to prepare both the Army and Air Force for upcoming deployments. The two and a half week exercise, which

  • ACC honors 2011 Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    Air Combat Command honored its best and brightest during the 2011 Outstanding Airmen of the Year recognition banquet in Omaha, Neb., April 20. The banquet was the culmination of a three-day process, which was sponsored by ACC and supported locally by members of the 55th Wing, where Airmen attended

  • RED HORSE Airmen receive sling load certification

    The 820th RED HORSE has come to be known as one of the leads in construction operations in contingency areas. They provide the military with a highly mobile civil engineering capability in support of contingency and special operations worldwide.RED HORSE stands for Rapid Engineers Deployable Heavy

  • Training at Moody strengthens relations with local firefighters

    Equipment clanks and radio chatter echoes around Moody Air Force Base's large frame aircraft trainer. 23rd Wing and local Valdosta, Ga., firefighters are at base training to work together and fight aircraft fires.This is a normal day for Moody firefighters, but for the Valdosta Fire Department

  • C-130s drop retardant over Texas wildfires

    As the nation's second most populous state and second largest in square miles, Texas continues to battle wildfires in all its 254 counties, many of the fires considered major.In a letter to the president on April 16, 2011, Texas Gov. Rick Perry requested federal assistance to help contain the fires,

  • C-130s continue support of firefighting efforts in Texas and Mexico

    Six Department of Defense C-130 aircraft equipped with U.S.D.A. Forest Service, Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems and under the command and control of U.S. Northern Command, continue to support firefighting efforts in Texas and Mexico.Two C-130s, from the 302nd Airlift Wing at Peterson Air

  • ACC announces 2010 Outstanding SFS award

    Air Combat Command officials recently named the 28th Security Forces Squadron as the 2010 Air Combat Command Outstanding Medium-sized Security Forces Squadron of the Year due to its numerous accomplishments, both at home and abroad.The 28th SFS, which is located at Ellsworth Air Force Base,

  • Legendary Doolittle Raiders visit Offutt

    Almost 69 years to the day of their famous air raid on Japan, the five surviving Doolittle Raiders gathered together once again for their annual reunion, this year in Nebraska April 14-17.Included in this year's schedule of events spread throughout Omaha and Lincoln was a visit to meet the men and

  • ACC command chief visits Ellsworth

    In order to better understand and communicate the needs of enlisted Airmen, Chief Master Sgt. Martin Klukas, the command chief of Air Combat Command, visited Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., April 13 through 16.During his visit he toured various base facilities and met Airmen from units and

  • WWII vets take trip of a lifetime

    Eighteen Airmen and one Marine from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, volunteered to help more than 200 World War II veterans from Abilene and surrounding areas take "the trip of a lifetime" April 12 to see memorials constructed in their honor in Washington D.C.The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit

  • NASA to join Offutt Airmen

    More than 20 NASA flight crew, ground crew and technicians will descend on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., late this month as the newest, if only temporary, members of the Air Combat Command base. They will bring with them a NASA ER-2 to participate in the Mid-latitude Continental Convective Clouds

  • 633 ABW, 1 FW, 192 FW demonstrate ORI excellence

    After planning, preparing and practicing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis earned an overall grade of "excellent" for the installation's phase 1 operational readiness inspection.The ORI, April 8-13, evaluated major mission areas for the 633d Air Base Wing, 1st Fighter Wing and 192d FW, including command

  • CJCS presents Bronze Stars to pararescuemen

    Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, presented Bronze Stars with valor to three Nellis Air Force Base pararescuemen during a ceremony on base April 13.Staff Sgt. Asher Woodhouse, Tech. Sgt. Ryan Manjuck and Tech. Sgt. Jeffrey Hedglin of the 58th Rescue Squadron were

  • Delivering food, fun in Honduras

    The Joint Task Force-Bravo team grew with the addition of its new chaplain, Maj. Daniel Thompson, who arrived in Honduras March 22. While serving as a visible reminder of the Holy, the new JTF-B chaplain provides spiritual care and the opportunity for members to exercise their constitutional right

  • 'Fightin' Eagles' earn Raytheon Trophy

    The 27th Fighter Squadron recently received the Raytheon Trophy, identifying them as the most outstanding air superiority squadron in the Air Force and Air National Guard during fiscal year 2010. The award marks the first time a fighter squadron employing the F-22 Raptor received the award, a

  • Airmen encouraged to visit dress and appearance website

    The Air Force's dress and appearance website is now fully operational and ready to help Airmen with any and all uniform questions. The website which debuted last July, is designed to give Airmen an easily accessible method of finding answers to uniform questions. Air Combat Command force management

  • Mississippi Airmen join CONR-1st AF team

    Some refer to it as span of control. Others dub it 'the tyranny of distance.' But in the eyes of the Continental U.S. NORAD Region-1st Air Force (Air Forces Northern) commander, having a geographically separated unit under his watch could very well mean the difference between success and failure in

  • America's AOC wins prestigious First Air Force award

    The 601st Air and Space Operations Center here was recently named the First Air Force Outstanding Command and Control Unit for 2010 for its involvement in two of the largest disaster recovery efforts in United States history."2010 marked a big year for America's AOC, facing new challenges like the

  • AF leaders address potential shutdown to Airmen

    The Secretary, Chief of Staff and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force all signed a letter, April 8, addressing the potential government shutdown and its impact on Airmen. Click here to read the letter.

  • Two units redesignate to C2 domains

    To effectively test and integrate operational air, space and cyber command and control, or C2, domains, two units redesignated as test organizations at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 5.The 505th Operations Group and 505th Operations Squadron became the 505th Test and Evaluation Group and 505th

  • Loadmaster crashworthy seat aims to increase safety

    While loadmasters are flying long and sometimes dangerous missions, engineers are working to improve the conditions they fly in. The latest improvement comes in the form of a new seat that offers higher survivability in the event of a crash.Moody Air Force Base, Ga., is the first base in Air Combat

  • Bystander intervention training: making a positive difference

    There were more than 2,000 sexual assaults reported to the Air Force in 2010. Although the circumstances for each case were different, there could have been fewer assaults if bystanders intervened.Air Force senior leadership recognizes the value of training people to react positively in these

  • Photos: KNOCK KNOCK!!

    North Carolina's Duplin County Sheriff's department provided the 4th Security Forces Squadron with hands on training and shared lessons learned from actual responses of their Special Weapons and Tactics Team. This was the first time the 4th Security Forces Squadron and Duplin County Sheriff's

  • New program offers redemption, education for DUI offenders

    With the push to increase awareness of drunk driving, a new program has emerged. This program lets Airmen who have been charged with a DUI speak about their story in front of coworkers. This is the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program, which leads Airmen troubled by alcohol or

  • First-ever B-1 munitions capability layout

    A B-1 bomber was showcased with its massive weapons capability during a first-ever B-1 munitions capability layout photo shoot at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 5."It was a great opportunity to display the capability of a B-1 from a munitions standpoint," said Col. David Been, 7th Bomb Wing

  • Ellsworth warriors return from Operation Odyssey Dawn

    B-1B Lancer crews returned to Ellsworth March 30, following combat strikes in Libya in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn.Airmen from across the base joined together to celebrate the successful mission and safe return during an event on the flightline. This marked the first time B-1s were launched

  • Ellsworth activates new detachment

    In a significant step in the historic process of bringing the remotely piloted aircraft mission to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Detachment 1 of the 28th Operations Group was activated, April 1.Maj. Chris Clark assumed command of the detachment during a ceremony on base."The Air Force could not

  • T-38 arrives to supplement F-22 training

    Following a successful test run last March and approval by Air Combat Command, the first T-38 Talon, TDY from Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., arrived at Langley AFB, Va., April 1 to begin the 1st Operations Group T-38 Adversary Air Program.Col. Matt Molloy, 1st Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Kevin

  • 337 TES demonstrates ability to triple B-1 payload

    The 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron began its first phase of demostrations March 22 of a Multiple Ejector Rack to a B-1 Bomber at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.If fielded, 16-carry modified rotary launchers will increase the number of 500-pound Joint Direct Attack Munitions and Laser Guided JDAMs

  • 'Real Wingmen Act,' motto for sexual assault awareness month

    April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Air Force leaders are stressing prevention, awareness and education . This year's Air Force theme: "Real Wingmen Act."To raise awareness, people need to understand the magnitude of the problem, said Cynthia Evans, sexual assault response coordinator at

  • SJ aircrew conducts first ever fly-over with biofuel

    Airmen from Seymour Johnson will demonstrate the Air Force's commitment to the use of alternative fuels by participating in the first biomass-fueled flyover at the Philadelphia Phillies season opener at Citizen's Bank Park in Philadelphia April 1.Pilots and weapons system officers from the 335th

  • Qatari air force visits Shaw

    Six Qatar Emiri air force officers toured Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 28 to witness how the installation performs its various missions.The Qatar air force is currently undergoing a transition from operating out of an airport to operating at another base in their country that will host several

  • Ellsworth Airmen join Operation Odyssey Dawn

    B-1B Lancers from the 28th Bomb Wing launched early March 27 from their home station of Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., to strike targets in Libya in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn. "Nearly 700 Ellsworth Airmen are currently deployed around the world supporting existing overseas contingency

  • WSMR memorial marathon eternalizes Bataan Death March

    People from around the United States and several foreign countries gathered March 27 at White Sands Missile Range for the 22nd Annual Bataan Memorial Death March to honor and recognize a special group of World War II veterans.The Bataan Memorial Death March honors the 75,000 U.S. and Filipino troops

  • Chiefs squeak by Eagles, 31-30, in charity softball game

    In a back-and-forth battle that came down to the final inning, the Chiefs eked out a 1-point victory against the Eagles, 31-30, in a charity softball game held at Thunderbolt Field here March 25.More than 250 Airmen and their families came out to show support for either the Chiefs, a team of

  • Flexibility, teamwork key to smooth transition for DOD families from Japan

    As family members made their way across the Pacific Ocean bound for the United States, scores of representatives from various agencies awaited their return at the Joint Reception Coordination Center here, led by members of U.S Army North.A network of experts from the Army, Air Force and Navy, along

  • Logistics Airman earns Bronze Star

    Hearing a room called to attention during a commander's call is not uncommon; however, it is unusual to hear the order following a Bronze Star Medal presentation to a staff sergeant.Staff Sgt. Victor Snyder earned a BSM while deployed to Camp Vance at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, as the

  • Just another 'dog day afternoon' for Airmen, Sailors

    It was a 'dog day afternoon' March 23 for Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Sawhill and Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Aaron Green as they volunteered their time to help welcome transiting pets from Japan to the Joint Reception Coordination Center here.As family members made their way across the Pacific from

  • AFNORTH supports Operation Pacific Passage in California

    Five Air Forces Northern staff members deployed to Travis Air Force Base, Calif., March 22 to support the voluntary return of military family members from Japan to the U.S., now known as Operation Pacific Passage. A representative from AFNORTH's personnel, logistics and communications directorates,

  • EPLOs deploy in support of voluntary evacuation from Japan

    Air Forces Northern National Security Emergency Preparedness Directorate deployed two emergency preparedness liaison officers in support of the voluntary authorized departure of military dependents from Japan to the U.S., and is poised to support with others if tasked. The military assisted

  • Mullen says no-fly zone 'effectively in place'

    Initial operations in Libya have been very effective, with French, British and U.S. air strikes crippling Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi's capabilities, the U.S. military's top-ranking officer said March 20.Speaking on CNN's "State of the Union," Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs

  • Commercial airline pilots pay visit to CONR-1st AF

    The face of commercial airline travel looks much different than it did a decade ago. Losing radio contact for an extended period of time, veering off a filed flight plan and flying into restricted airspace are events that are no longer considered harmless. Since 9/11, seemingly innocent incidents

  • Heroes defeat Legends, 11-2, in Wounded Heroes Baseball Classic

    A team of Airmen, Soldiers and Sailors, dubbed the "Heroes," defeated a team comprised of Major League Baseball's "Legends," 11-2, in the Wounded Heroes Baseball Classic held at Arizona Veteran's Memorial Stadium here March 12.More than 400 local community members attended the game sponsored by

  • Dyess installs last B-1 LCTP upgrade

    The Air Force's B-1 Bomber fleet has achieved a significant objective March 15 as the last active B-1 in the Air Force, located at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, received necessary modifications to operate the Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod."The B-1 combined with the Laptop Controlled Targeting Pod

  • CONR deputy commander receives prestigious Canadian award

    The deputy commander of Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region recently joined an elite group of Canadian Forces when he received a highly prestigious award. Brig. Gen. Christopher Coates was inducted as an Officer in the Order of Military Merit in a ceremony Feb. 18 at

  • DSCA Symposium focuses on strength, unity

    Disaster responders from across the nation converged in Orlando, Fla., for the 2nd annual National Joint Defense Support of Civil Authorities Symposium hosted by Air Forces Northern to discuss better ways for federal agencies -- specifically the military -- to assist during man-made and natural

  • Langley doctor wins 2011 National Public Service Award

    Col. (Dr.) Joyce Adkins, 633d Medical Operations Squadron commander, earned the 2011 National Public Service award at the American Society for Public Administration Banquet in Baltimore, Md., March 14."I am deeply honored," Colonel Adkins said. "The opportunity to serve and support the men and women

  • Ellsworth Airmen compete in load competition

    Airmen from the 34th and 37th Bomb Squadrons raced against the clock to safely load bombs on a B-1B Lancer mock trainer on March 4. However, the contest wasn't only about chasing bragging rights."The competition helps build camaraderie," said Master Sgt. James Price, 28th Maintenance Group weapons

  • Maintainers ensure Warthogs arrive downrange combat-ready

    When Airmen from the 23rd Maintenance Group got word that some of Moody Air Force Base's A-10C Thunderbolt IIs on the way downrange needed support en route, they spent the next 72 hours preparing.Airmen from various squadrons within the group were at Lajes Field, Azores, only days after the request

  • AF Chief of Chaplains speaks at Holloman's National Prayer Luncheon

    Airmen of all religious backgrounds gathered to join in prayer and celebration during the National Prayer Luncheon at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., March 4.The yearly observation, held all over the nation, celebrates each individual's right to worship as they please."It's an amazing thing that we

  • SecAF visits Moody, observes combat capabilities

    Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley visited Moody Air Force Base, Ga., March 8 to see first-hand the base's "Attack, Rescue, Protect" mission and all the resources needed to accomplish it.During what was his first visit to Moody, Secretary Donley met with Airmen from various career fields who

  • US, Canada join forces to rescue aircraft crash survivor

    Coordinating assets to search for missing and downed aircraft is just another day on the job for the Airmen of the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. What isn't so typical is when those assets have to be coordinated with Canadian forces for a cross-border search and

  • Gunfighters deploy in support of OEF

    Airmen from Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, deployed in March to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.Although the group is comprised of Gunfighters from different 366th Fighter Wing agencies, a large portion of the group consists of members of the 389th Fighter Squadron and

  • Space, cyberspace forces participate in Red Flag

    Practicing tactics, techniques and procedures throughout the full spectrum of tactical warfare is a staple of Red Flag exercises. Red Flag 11-3 is unique in that it includes the integration of space and cyber forces at the tactical level from planning through execution and debrief."This integration

  • Airmen focus on resiliency

    Across Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Airmen took time away from their normal schedules to participate in Wingman Safety Day, Feb. 28.The day consisted of resiliency training, discussions and team building exercises all focused on helping Airmen deal with adversity."Different people handle stress

  • Changing the brakes

    It can generate more than 30,000 pounds of thrust and reach speeds greater than 900 miles per hour, but can it stop safely after reaching such speeds?Thanks to an ongoing brake modification of the B-1B Lancer, the aircraft has a new, more effective means of coming to a stop.The modification, which

  • Senior leaders converge at Tyndall to 'sharpen the spear'

    When an organization has as many moving parts as Tyndall's Component Numbered Air Force does, keeping those parts running smoothly takes a certain amount of finesse. And because most of those parts are scattered throughout the United States, smooth operation is even trickier. So to keep the parts

  • ACC rates 9th RW Safety Office 'outstanding'

    The 9th Reconnaissance Wing Safety Office was awarded an "outstanding" rating by the Air Combat Command's Safety, Program Management Evaluation team, Jan. 28.The six-member team scoured every aspect of flight, ground and weapons safety and happily labeled their findings with the first "outstanding"

  • Resiliency programs help with challenges of military life

    Being able to adapt to the ever-changing nature of the military lifestyle is essential for both Airmen and their spouses. Resiliency can help manage these stressful situations more easily. The Airman and Family Readiness Center and Family Advocacy clinic at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., help promote

  • Defending the skies from the ground

    On an abandoned air strip miles from civilization, a group of nearly 80 Soldiers from 1-7 ADA Battalion, 108th Brigade, Fort Bragg, N.C. perform a mission that is critical to Operation Red Flag 11-3."Our mission is to provide air defense for geopolitical assets and friendly forces to allow freedom

  • CMSAF strengthens ties with Colombian partners

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy visited Colombian military sites in Bogota, Colombia, Feb. 1-4.The purpose of the visit was two-fold -- to reaffirm U.S. Southern Command's commitment to a strong nation-to-nation partnership and to explore professional military education exchange

  • CONR supports successful space shuttle launch

    The Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region and Air Forces Northern provided crucial airspace control and manning support to the successful launch of Space Shuttle Discovery, Feb. 24.CONR ensured airspace sovereignty by enforcing the Federal Aviation Administration's

  • Moody focuses on total force integration

    About 80 Reservists at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., are now doing more than being "citizen Airmen" as they work alongside active-duty members from the 23rd Wing on a daily basis.The 476th Fighter Group was activated in 2009 as Moody's first step in total force integration and now has approximately 240

  • Build...Teach...LEAD: USAFWS takes new approach to generating leaders

    The U.S. Air Force Weapons School recently modified its syllabus to reflect that it is not only the Air Force's most challenging tactical training, but also a program designed to produce the Air Force's next generation of great leaders.The Weapons School has commonly been thought of as a leadership

  • CMSAF Roy visits sunny Soto Cano Air Base

    It was 25 degrees at Joint Base Andrews, Md., when Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy boarded a plane and headed to Honduras where when he joined Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines at sunny Soto Cano Air Base Jan. 30 and 31.The visit was packed with tours and meet-and-greets, but the

  • Call for fire: Joint exercise ATLANTIC STRIKE trains JTACs

    A joint terminal attack controller watches from a distance as close air support rains down fire power on its targets and at the same time ensure their friendly's are safe and out of harm's way.Although this is just part of what a JTAC can do, none of this can happen without the proper training.

  • Results of command, control training study show roadmap ahead

    Standardizing command and control, or C2, training across air, space and cyber domains and consolidating training here were the main recommendations of a recent independent study completed for Air Combat Command.Results and proposed priorities of the study examining Air Force operational-level C2

  • 823rd BDS provides ground forces in exercise ATLANTIC STRIKE

    As joint terminal attack controllers call down air strikes on an enemy village, members of the 823rd Base Defense Squadron from Moody Air Force Base, Ga., prepare to provide ground defense against opposing forces, clearing buildings and marking targets for the JTACs.This was the scene as the 823rd

  • Third Army, 20th Fighter Wing help Shaw transition

    "Our new facility will improve the way Third Army does business," Lt. Gen. William G. Webster, Third Army and U.S. Army, Central, commanding general said. "We are thankful to the local community, the 20th Fighter Wing, the state, and the many contract engineers who have worked closely with Third

  • Photos: Firefighters egress aircrew

    Firefighters from the 4th Civil Engineer Squadron practiced extracting simulated incapacitated aircrew member from a simulated disabled F-15E Strike Eagle during egress training at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Feb. 15.The egress process begins when the firemen receive notification of an

  • Resiliency team opens 'Bounce' webpage

    The Nellis Air Force Base Mental Health Resiliency Element opened a new web page designed to be a one-stop shop for information on helping resources Feb. 15. The vision for the web page, named "Bounce," is to promote balanced, healthy, self-confident people whose resilience enables them to excel in

  • 820th BDG showcases warfighting capabilities

    MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Senior Airman Antwone Dunlap, 822nd Base Defense Squadron sniper team spotter, waits in preparation for the military operations in urban terrain training village demonstration to begin Feb.10. Airman Dunlap was part of a two-man sniper team that was set up outside the

  • AOC spouse named 'Lynn Haven Citizen of the Year'

    She has four sons - three are autistic and one has a speech delay. She works tirelessly to help other families with autistic children through the non-profit organization she founded and directs. She oversees fundraisers and awareness campaigns. She does all this while refusing to take a salary.

  • Mock boards help Airmen prepare for future

    For active duty enlisted Airmen, promotions hinge largely on the Weighted Airman Promotion System, and assignments are typically luck of the draw based on the needs of the Air Force. On the Air National Guard side of the house, it's an entirely different story. When enlisted Guardsmen seek

  • Historic firsts for AFNORTH sergeants lead to distinguished honors

    It had all the markings of a historic event with firsts on several fronts.As well it should; it was a historic event.At a ceremony held Jan. 28, two Air Forces Northern technical sergeants were the first-ever U.S. Airmen to graduate from the Canadian Intermediate Leadership Program at the Canadian

  • Top cop witnesses 93rd AGOW, 23rd SFS abilities firsthand

    Brig. Gen. Jimmy McMillian, also known as the Air Force's "top cop," is in command of more than 30,000 security forces defenders at locations worldwide. He recently embarked on a trip to Moody Air Force Base, Ga., to witness the mission of the 93rd Air Ground Operation Wing and the 23rd Security

  • Airman saves lives, receives medal

    Senior Airman Zachary Yoakam, 28th Operations Support Squadron survival evasion resistance escape instructor, received an Air Force Achievement Medal, Feb. 15, for actions that helped save the lives of six teenagers Dec. 6, 2010.Airman Yoakam was attending SERE upgrade medical training in Washington

  • 34th BS returns from Red Flag

    More than 136 Airmen from the 34th Bomb Squadron recently returned from an exercise designed to test their ability to operate and survive in a wartime environment, Feb. 6.The exercise, designated Red Flag 11-2, was a live combat simulation that took place at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev."The exercise

  • Photos: 2011 ACC Aerial Demo Teams certify

    Every year the Air Combat Command Aerial Demontration Teams must receive certification given by the ACC commander prior beginning any performance or starting air show tours. The Viper West, A-10 East and F-22 Raptor demo teams were just a few that converged at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Feb. 1-3,

  • Airmen donate marrow, save lives

    The 28th Medical Group is sponsoring a Department of Defense Bone Marrow Donor Program registration drive, Feb. 14 through 18.The week-long donor registration will consist of outreach drives at various squadrons around base, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the base exchange, in addition to a walk-in basis

  • D-M Airman receives 2009 Shine Award

    Capt. Ethan Sabin, a fighter pilot from the 354th Fighter Squadron, received the 2009 Lt. Col. Anthony Shine Fighter Pilot Award in ceremony in the 355th Fighter Wing Headquarters building here Feb. 1.The Shine Award is given annually to a pilot who is exceptional at flying and also heavily involved

  • Red Flag 11-2 provides Belgians realistic training

    Belgian air force C-130 Hercules aircrew members from Melsbroek Air Base are taking advantage of training in a large force exercise with real aggressor squadrons during Red Flag 11-2."We can train airdrops at home, but what we cannot do at home is integrate with a large force exercise and integrate