Fall 2006 quarterly issue of Airman available

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SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) --  Read about how basic military training is evolving to create Airmen warriors, celebrate 50 years of operational success with the KC-135 Stratotanker and the Airmen who keep it flying, discover the meaning behind the Air Force Memorial's design, and tag along with provincial reconstruction teams as they work to restore hope and fight terrorism in Afghanistan. These features and more highlight the fall quarterly issue of Airman magazine, now available in print and online at http://www.af.mil/news/airman/.

Airmen Warriors
Nearing 7 million graduates since basic military training began; the Air Force is on the threshold of major changes as the service reaches its 60th anniversary. The transformation is one of necessity - a necessity to enhance warfighting skills.

Tanker Extraordinaire
After 50 years on the job, the KC-135 Stratotanker has proven it was the right choice to be the Air Force's premier aerial tanker. Now, as it heads into the zenith of its career, it's proving that -- with a nip and tuck here and there -- it will continue to do the job.

Out of Lebanon
When thousands of American citizens were threatened by violence in Lebanon, the Air Force answered the call. From first aid, to hot meals and warm beds, hundreds of Airmen pulled together to provide the kind of humanitarian support the U.S. military is known for.

Soaring to Glory
Evocative of flight and the flying spirit, the Air Force memorial honors the airpower lessons of the 20th century and beyond and salutes the technological achievements that have helped make American airpower the most formidable on earth.

On the road to reconstruction
The Bagram Provincial Reconstruction Team roams the Afghan countryside battling Taliban extremists by helping build bridges, roads and schools. All in an effort to promote conditions for self-sufficiency, enduring prosperity and a secure, stable environment.

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