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  • Moody Heroes: Airmen’s quick action saves a life at the beach

    Two Moody Airmen conduct an impromptu search-and-rescue operation and ultimately saved a life off a beach in Panama City Beach, Florida, when a jet ski rider pushed a little too far and flew off after a hard jump. With a large crowd watching and no sight of the man after a couple of minutes, it was

  • Nellis maintainers rescue five lives from Zion flash flood

    What started out as a normal hiking trip to Zion National Park for seven Airmen from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, turned out to be a life-changing moment, not only for them but for the group of hikers they saved on Aug. 17.

  • Airman rescues children from burning car

    On November 18, 2023, Senior Airman Stevi Brewster, from the 432nd Wing, 20th Attack Squadron, was home on leave in Texas attending her best friend’s wedding. A night meant for celebration turned into a harrowing scene of urgency and heroism when she drove down a dimly lit road.

  • Greene legacy inspires Airmen

    When the Air Force core values, community service and the pursuit of continued education are combined, positive impacts are made. One Flying Tiger whose impacts exemplify these principles is U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyana Mamahua, 74th Fighter Squadron, intelligence non-commissioned officer in

  • Non-combatant evacuation operations through the eyes of an American Airman

    I am an American Airman. I am a Warrior. I have answered my Nation’s call. Three simple lines that translate into something so much bigger. At first glance these are just words, but to Air Force members they are easily recognized as part of a creed. They’re not just words, but a promise that defines

  • Airmen reunite Afghanistan evacuees with family

    Al Udeid became the main hub for evacuees coming from Afghanistan and was quickly inundated with thousands of people leaving Afghanistan. For some service members, it can be hard to see how each individual impacts the mission, especially from their home station. However, a crisis situation can have

  • Airman weaves new use for plastic

    Helping your community can come in many shapes and sizes, for Tech. Sgt. Sonya Gore, 20th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions section chief, it comes through finding a creative way to reuse plastic.

  • CSAF letter to Air Force spouses

    Dear Air Force Spouses,Thank you for your courage and strength, and for being part of our Air Force family. Those in uniform are easily recognized for their service and sacrifices, but it’s you...the unsung heroes of our Air Force who sacrifice so much to support your family, the Air Force, and our

  • The last ride

    Driving home yesterday, a familiar country tune blasted in the background: “It’s not if they will, but how they remember you.” It was ironic and somewhat poetic to hear those words on April 27th, exactly ten years to the day since our family was forever changed by the U.S. Air Force’s largest single

  • One Airman’s commitment to Air Force heritage, reflection

    On Oct. 1 this same Airmen, Staff Sgt. Daniel Caraglio, 20th Medical Group mental health technician, was named Military Citizen of the Year by the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce. An honor that came as a surprise to him, but definitely not to those that have served beside him.

  • Shaw Airman coined for good Samaritan act

    On a cold, rainy October afternoon, the sound of cars driving by on a busy road is interrupted with screeching tires and terrified screams, followed by an eerie silence. All this occurs within seconds.

  • Pararescueman embodies Service Before Self

    U.S. Air Force pararescuemen play a very important role in the U.S. Air Force mission by recovering and providing medical care to isolated personnel in combat zones. They have a monumental responsibility to uphold the Air Force Core Value of “Service before self.” One Airman decided to go above and