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  • 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

  • U.A.E. crosses Atlantic for Red Flag

    The United Arab Emirates air force recently flew a squadron of F-16 Block 60 Desert Falcons across the Atlantic Ocean for the first time to participate in Red Flag 11-2 and strengthen partnerships with allied nations.This is the second time the United Arab Emirates has trained in a Red Flag

  • Air Force officials announce FY11 additional force management measures

    Air Force leaders announced involuntary force management programs Feb. 2 to reduce personnel as a supplement to the voluntary programs announced in December. These measures are part of the Air Force's multi-year Force Management Program aimed at shaping and sizing the force. With more Airmen

  • Supporting the military spouse

    New Air Force spouses may feel lost in the world of military jargon and acronyms that seem to be part of everyday life. Even a seasoned military spouse may find him or herself searching for answers.Thankfully, Offutt Air Force Base's Airman and Family Readiness Center offers Heart Link, an Air Force

  • Air National Guard fighter wing preps for alert missions at Tyndall

    Shooting down enemy aircraft over American soil is an event U.S.-based alert pilots train for. They run exercise scenarios on a constant basis, preparing for that call to scramble. But all the dry runs in the world can't prepare a pilot for that moment when a live missile is released from the jet.

  • One-on-one with 8th CMSAF

    The eighth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Sam Parish recently paid a visit to Moody Air Force Base, Ga.During his visit, we were supposed to provide the chief a windshield tour of Moody, but as we were loading the bus, he jokingly said he should be the one giving us the tour. The chief has

  • KC-135s make Red Flag possible

    Red Flag 11-2 is a large force exercise requiring many units to work together like a well-oiled machine -- and if one piece were taken out, the whole operation would grind to a halt.A large and important cog in the Red Flag machine is the combined effort of four KC-135 Stratotanker units."We're

  • Air Force fighters prep for Super Bowl XLV

    Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region fighters will be busy well before Super Bowl Sunday preparing to protect the skies around Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Exercise Amalgam Virgo 11-05A, a NORAD air defense exercise, was held Feb. 2 in the greater Arlington area to

  • Air Force officials give Civil Air Patrol a technology boost

    When Air Forces Northern officials need an aircrew to fly a search and rescue mission, run counterdrug support or play the bad guy, they frequently call on the members of the Civil Air Patrol, who are always more than eager to lend a helping hand. In an effort to make the job easier and more

  • Military families receive free online tutoring sessions

    When doing schoolwork, whether it's for elementary school, high school, college or beyond, everyone runs into a problem they can't solve by themselves. Helping hands can be a lifesaver.Tutor.com recently gave its six-millionth tutoring session, and currently offers unlimited online homework help and

  • STOMP brings together parents, educators of special needs children

    When Tech. Sgt. Emily Smith and Staff Sgt. Todge Smith were blessed with a baby girl nearly six months ago, they immediately recognized signs of Down syndrome and epilepsy in her. With early intervention and physical therapy, their daughter Renee is now meeting all developmental milestones.Sergeant

  • High-tempo training prepares maintainers for war

    Aircraft maintainers are working day and night during Red Flag 11-2 so pilots can fly the missions needed to prepare for aerial combat, but not only aircrew members benefit from the Red Flag experience.The high-tempo mission requirements of Red Flag provide maintainers an environment that

  • Nellis senior officer wins 2010 Air Force Lance P. Sijan Award

    The Air Force recently selected Lt. Col. Tony L. Millican, 98th Mission Support Group deputy commander, to be the senior officer recipient of the 2010 Air Force Lance P. Sijan Award in recognition of his outstanding leadership both here and during his latest deployment to Afghanistan. "Words can't

  • COMACC checks the weather

    Gen. William M. Fraser III, commander of Air Combat Command, recently got a taste of battlefield weather Airmen training operations after visiting the Battlefield Weather Mission Qualification Training course at Camp Blanding, Fla.This was the general's first visit since the 93rd Air Ground

  • Survey will assess Air Force community well-being

    Airmen will have the opportunity to provide comments and suggestions to improve their quality of life through the 2011 Air Force Community Assessment. Invitation to participate in the assessment was sent out Jan. 25.The assessment is designed to assist chaplains and people working in

  • CSA, the new way to pay for AF travel

    The Air Force will be replacing the old government travel cards with new controlled spend account travel cards from January 2011 through March 2011.The CSA, provided by Citibank, is designed with more flexibility to better meet the needs of travelers and differs from the GTC in many ways.Before,

  • Reunited: Airman comes home after 59 years

    More than half a century later, the family of one Air Force pilot will finally receive closure.1st Lt. Robert Dees, an F-84E Thunderjets pilot, was laid to rest at Longstreet Historical Cemetery, Jan. 22, after being identified as missing in action since 1953. According to reports, Lieutenant Dees,

  • EFMP acts as source for special needs families

    Because nearly 15 percent of all military families have a member in the home with a medical or educational disability, having a good support system is essential for a high quality of life.The Exceptional Family Members Program connects active duty family members who have special needs with many on-

  • Local, military police help identify, apprehend drunk drivers

    Master Officers from the James City County Police Department visited Langley Air Force Base, Va., to provide field sobriety test training to 633d Security Forces Squadron Airmen Jan. 20.The day-long training fulfills the Virginia state requirement for all law enforcement officers working in Virginia

  • CMSAF visits Davis-Monthan

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy visited Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Airmen and their families Jan. 13.During his visit he sat down for an interview and discussed many topics including the new physical training procedures, the drawdown in Iraq, suicide in the Air Force and other

  • Heart Link strives to help Nellis military spouses

    The Airman and Family Readiness Center at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., will be hosting its first Heart Link event of 2011 on Feb. 17.Heart Link is a one-day program designed to inform military spouses about military life."The best way to describe this program is 'Air Force 101 for spouses,'" said

  • New technology enhances fitness assessment

    For Airmen with concerns or curiosities regarding body composition, the Health and Wellness Center at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., has a new machine that can accurately gauge how much fat is available to be trimmed.The HAWC's latest edition, the BOD POD, uses the concept of air displacement

  • 366th EMS highlights best practice

    In 2009, the 366th Maintenance Group implemented an Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century initiative to conduct end-to-end testing of aging electronic warfare radio frequency cabling and perform full spectrum threat analysis on Mountain Home Air Force Base F-15Es. The initiative, known as

  • ACC's newest chiefs descend on Offutt

    More than 100 of Air Combat Command's newest chief master sergeant selects along with their numbered Air Force and major command functional managers braved snow and subzero temperatures to attend the ACC Chief Master Sergeant 2011 Orientation at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., Jan. 9-13. The purpose of