'Fit' to fight

Sept. 29 airpower summary: airlift is backbone of OEF, OIF

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 29, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. In Afghanistan, an Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle strafed enemy firing positions

Sept. 28 airpower summary: maintainers keep airpower soaring

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 28, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. In Afghanistan, an Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle conducted a show of

Air University working with Congress to offer new degrees

Air University officials are working with members of Congress for authorization to grant three new degrees. U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Mobile, recently proposed an amendment to the defense authorization bill that will give the university degree-granting authority for a doctorate of philosophy in

AFA honors 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year

The Air Force's top 12 enlisted Airmen were treated to a gala affair Sept. 24 during the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition here. Each year, the AFA honors the 12 Airmen at its annual convention in Washington, D.C. Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J.

Gen. Chilton confirmed to head USSTRATCOM

The commander of Air Force Space Command received Senate confirmation Sept. 28 to be the new commander of U.S. Strategic Command at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb."I am humbled by the confidence that the secretary of Defense and the president have put in me with the nomination, and humbled by (the

F-22 performs first drop of small diameter bomb

The F-22 Raptor Combined Test Force staff conducted the first airborne separation of a small diameter bomb from the internal weapons bay of an F-22 during a September test mission here. "This is a major milestone for the F-22 modernization roadmap," said Lt. Col. Daniel Daetz, the 411th Flight Test

C-5 lands at Bagram, opens galaxy of capabilities

The Sept. 22 landing and launching of one of the Air Force's largest aircraft at Bagram Air Base promises to bring "tremendous" capability for the movement of critical cargo across the region, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing officials said here. The Air Force's C-5 Galaxy landed here without

Session advances Tinker efforts to realign supply processes

In preparation for the transition of part of the 776th Maintenance Support Squadron here to the Defense Logistics Agency in February 2008, Air Force and DLA officials conducted a kickoff session here in mid-September. The support squadron, part of Tinker's 76th Maintenance Wing, is one of the

Data shared across systems, services, intel communities

By providing interoperability among 19 systems, four security domains, four networks, six countries and three continents, members of the Electronic Systems Center here recently demonstrated a level of connectivity some previously thought impossible. When the 950th Electronic Systems Group's DIB

F-16 airstrike kills 3 terrorist leaders

An Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon dropped precision munitions near Al Nussayyib, Iraq, Sept. 25 killing Abu Nasr al-Tunisi and two other al-Qaida Iraq operatives, according to Air Force officials. They were killed when the aircraft, assigned to U.S. Central Command Air Forces, dropped two

Sept. 27 airpower summary: F-16s project power

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 27, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. In Afghanistan, Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs targeted an enemy cave in

New ramps provide Bagram increased airpower capability

Two new flightline ramps opened Sept. 27 at Bagram Air Base and brings new capabilities to coalition air operations, NATO and Air Force officials said. The $9.3 million joint venture between the NATO Maintenance and Supply Agency and the Yuksel Construction Co. provides significantly more parking

Air chiefs conference comes to close

Strengthening partnerships with coalition and allied air forces is one of the Air Force's strategic goals and this week's Global Air Chiefs Conference was an effort to accelerate progress toward achieving that goal, said the Air Force's top officer. "We aimed this conference at establishing and

Aerial intercept training prepares warfighters

F-16 Fighting Falcon crews practiced rapid response situations during aerial intercept training held Sept. 24 at Andersen Air Force Base.The training took advantage of deployed airframes present on the island, and the "hostiles" in the exercise were deployed KC-135 tankers simulating enemy

Foreign air force members learn about C-130 programs

Members of the Kazakhstan Republic air force visited here this month in an effort to learn more about how the U.S. Air Force takes care of business. The seven-person group visited the C-130 Hercules combat loss replacement program, where modifications are made to enable C-130s to be combat ready to

Underwing platform aids C-17 maintainers

A new underwing maintenance platform will help C-17 Globemaster III maintainers continue their mission safer and more effectively, said base officials here.The advent of the platform was made possible by the combined efforts of the Boeing Company and the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center. The

Air Force announces team-excellence awards

Five teams have been recently selected for the 2007 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Awards during a Sept. 25 ceremony in Washington, D.C. Gen. Duncan J. McNabb, the Air Force vice chief of staff, recognized the teams for their use of a systematic approach to enhance mission capability, improve

Attack controllers receive 2,000th remote receiver

Officials from U.S. Central Command Air Forces recently received the 2,000th remotely operated video enhanced receiver, a small laptop with an external antenna that allows joint terminal attack controllers on the ground to coordinate more accurate air strikes. The device is rapidly gaining

Dover manager garners DOD antiterrorism award

A Dover Air Force Base employee was recently named the Department of Defense Best Antiterrorism Program Manager for 2007. Michael Mendoza of the 436th Airlift Wing earned the DOD-level recognition for surpassing the antiterrorism-management capabilities of every other U.S. military installation in

Bagram Airman makes difference on 2 fronts

An Airman deployed to Bagram Air Base is not only making a difference in the war on terrorism, but also in his Louisiana hometown. Tech. Sgt. Bruce BeeJay Johnson, an information manager from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., and deployed with the 755th Air Expeditionary Group, has been positively

CBS' 'The Early Show' recognizes AF 60th anniversary

ACC commander receives top AFA award

The commander of Air Combat Command received the Air Force Association's most prestigious annual award during the National Aerospace Awards and Air Force Anniversary Dinner Sept. 26 here. Gen. Ronald E. Keys earned the H. H. Arnold Award as the military member who has made the most significant

Sept. 26 airpower summary: C-17 provides support

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 27, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. An Air Force B-1B Lancer targeted enemies firing on coalition forces in

Air Force claims gold in women's softball

The Air Force Women's Softball Team took home gold medals as they won the 2007 All-Armed Forces Women's Softball Championships with a record of 7-2 held Sept. 18 to 20 at Hill Air Force Base. For the second time in three years, the Air Force won the tournament with power hitting and solid defense.

Cyberspace expert briefs AFA conference attendees

"The first battle in the wars of the future will be over the control of cyberspace," said Dr. Lani Kass at the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 26 in Washington. Ms. Kass, a special assistant to the Air Force chief of staff, has long been an expert on

Intel deputy highlights ISR transformation progress

The transformation of Air Force intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance was among the airpower topics highlighted during the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition here. "We've spent the last 100 years figuring out how to hit any target anywhere on Earth --

Ohio mayor applauds Air Force heritage

Government officials from Ohio continue to honor the Air Force as part of Air Force Heritage Week activities here.  The latest activity occurred Sept. 25 when Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman joined Lt. Gen. John L. Hudson, commander of Aeronautical Systems Center at Wright-Patterson Air Force

AF leader addresses cyberspace defense at conference

Defending air and space is what the Air Force has done admirably for 60 years, and it will protect information in the cyberspace domain in the future with the establishment of the Air Force Cyber Command. "The mission of the Air Force is to provide sovereign options for the defense of the nation and

AMC commander cites successes, needed upgrades

The commander of Air Mobility Command briefed attendees from across the globe Sept. 26 on the command's past, present and future contributions to the nation's defense during the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition here. "It takes bravery and courage to do our

Top Air Force generals address Airmen's concerns

Recapitalization, creation of an Africa Command, unmanned aerial vehicles and deployed Airmen were just a few of the key issues discussed during a four-star forum at the Air Force Association 2006 Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept. 24. Gen. T. Michael Moseley, the Air

Global Air Chiefs Conference hosts second air chiefs forum

Air chiefs from three countries offered presentations at the second air chiefs forum held Sept. 25 as part of the Global Air Chiefs Conference in Washington. Air Chief Marshal Sir Glenn Torpy, Maj. Gen. Ng Chee Khern and Gen. Ricardo Ortego Perrier presented their observations and concerns for air

Air Force energy initiatives focus on fuel, beyond

Leaders of Air Force energy policy and programs convened here Sept. 25 to discuss the Air Force's direction and initiatives in the realm of renewable and alternative energy sources. William C. Anderson, the assistant secretary of the Air Force for Installations, Environment and Logistics and senior

Air Mobility Battlelab casts a BrightEye

Members of the Air Mobility Battlelab here recently demonstrated a unique lighting system that is versatile, economical and portable for U.S. expeditionary forces. The BrightEye Portable Solid-State LED Lighting System is an advanced, portable, battery-powered, visible and covert lighting system

Sept. 25 airpower summary: A-10s ready to rumble

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan in the following operations Sept. 25, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. An Air Force B-1B Lancer targeted a series of caves in Ghazni

Joint forces in Bagram

Dyess Airmen, aircraft arrive at Ellsworth

Air Force leaders discuss need to control cyberspace

Military and industry leaders who gathered here this week spoke about the tremendous warfighting value of controlling cyberspace, but they were just as clear about the inherent threats. "If we lose our ability to use cyberspace, we lose our ability to war-fight," said. Col. Tony Buntyn, director

Airman's Roll Call looks at AF past, future

This week's Airman's Roll Call highlights Air Force leaders' views about the past and future. Air Force leaders are meeting at the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition in the nation's capital to discuss the future of the service  One of the highlights of the AFA

SERE specialists on target

Pacific conference builds enlisted forces

Officials from the 13th Air Force hosted a 17-nation conference here this week focusing on aviation safety and mishap prevention. The 13th AF Pacific Rim Airpower Symposium, formerly the PACRIM Director of Operations Conference, brought together representatives from Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei,

AFSO 21 helps Hurlburt Field save millions in training costs

Members of the 505th Training Squadron here used Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st century initiatives to save almost $1.5 million in training costs.Unit members saved the money by finding new ways to manage government funds associated with sending students to formal training courses while

Air Force Space Command general speaks at AFA conference

General Kevin Chilton, Air Force Space Command commander, addressed hundreds of military members and civilians at the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 25. The general, nominated to become the head of U.S. Strategic Command, expounded on the history of

World War 1 Fly In

Combat controller recounts battle for AFA audience

A combat controller assigned to the 21st Special Tactics Squadron at Pope Air Force Base, N.C., brought an Air Force Special Operations Command perspective on the war on terrorism to attendees at the Air Force Association's 2007 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 24. "You will

Global air chiefs gather for conference

Top leaders from air forces around the globe gathered Sept. 24 to discuss airpower issues during the Global Air Chiefs Conference Forum held at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington.Keynote speaker retired Gen. Joseph W. Ralston asked audience members, "Why is it that Airmen do not have a

AFA convention features command chiefs forum

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley and command chiefs from five Air Force major commands joined to answer Airmen's questions during a forum at the Air Force Association's 2007 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept. 24. The forum provided Airmen in attendance

Air Force Heritage Week soars in Ohio

Ohio officials honored the Air Force when the lieutenant governor proclaimed Sept. 24 to 30 as Air Force Heritage Week in a ceremony held Sept. 24 at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base. Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher thanked Ohio's men and women currently serving in the Air Force, and extended his

Wing supports Operation Deny Flight

Nestled near the foothills of the Alps, the scenery at Aviano Air Base, Italy, is nothing short of spectacular. The location? A tourist's dream: By train, the base is an hour away from Venice, one of the world's most romantic cities. Via car, it's a short 45 minutes to the beach, or 35 minutes to

SECAF addresses Air Force Association conference

"The Air Force Association is the preeminent wingman and our strongest supporter," Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne told the audience during the opening day of the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition event Sept. 24. Secretary Wynne directly addressed

Sept. 24 airpower summary: C-17s provide heavy airlift

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 24, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. An Air Force MQ-1B Predator fired a Hellfire missile at an enemy vehicle

Luke team takes Air Force baseball tourney

The Luke Air Force Base Falcons swept the competition to take home their first Air Force Bash championship to win the service's varsity baseball tournament held in September in Virginia. The Luke AFB men's varsity baseball team fended off three Air Force teams during the playoffs -- Tinker AFB,

In remembrance

Wing's shield symbolizes air mission

The 31st Fighter Wing shield symbolizes the long heritage of the unit's lineage. The emblem was originally approved for the 31st Pursuit Group (U.S. Army) on June 28, 1941, and for the 31st Wing on Dec. 13, 1951. The shield is divided into the colors of Air Force ultramarine blue and yellow by a

Aviano undergoes Renaissance

It once had an uncertain future. But the huge Aviano 2000 construction project is proof this base has a life that's being cast in concrete.  (Note: This article reprinted from Airman magazine, November, 2000.)Once upon a time, there was a small Air Force base at Aviano. It was tucked-away in a lush

'Today's Air Force' highlights medical care, Air Force birthday

This week's edition of "Today's Air Force" highlights one of the Air Force chief of staff's priorities: medical care. Also featured in this edition are weapons training and the Air Force's 60th Birthday. The 30-minute, weekly news show can be seen every day on The Pentagon Channel, American Forces

Commanders carry legacy to future

A long list of distinguished commanders, including the Air Force's first jet ace, has led the 31st Fighter Wing in its 60-year history. Col. James Jabara, who became a jet ace in 1951, led the wing in 1965. Commanders and Dates Assigned Col. William L. Lee, Nov. 20, 1947 Col. Eugene H. Snavely, Aug.

Wing's mission provides NATO cornerstone

The mission of the 31st Fighter Wing located here is to conduct and support air operations in Europe's southern region and to maintain munitions for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and national authorities. The 31st FW maintains two F-16 fighter squadrons, the 555th and the 510th, capable of

After one year, Phoenix Warrior course soaring high

Airmen at the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center's 421st Combat Training Squadron have finished their first year of teaching the Phoenix Warrior Training Course, and all signs point to the fact it is helping prepare security forces for their wartime mission."Phoenix Warrior, from inception, has

Falcons eye history, redemption after BYU loss

There was no way to sugar coat Air Force's first loss of the year, 31-6, to defending Mountain West Conference champion Brigham Young University, Sept. 22, before a sellout crowd of 62,502 at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. The Cougars (2-2, 1-0 MWC) got the upper hand, scoring a touchdown on

General Moseley kicks off AFA conference

The Air Force chief of staff spoke at the opening ceremonies for the Air Force Association's Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 24. "This is a celebration of being a separate service with a primary mission of flying and fighting and defending our country," Gen. T. Michael Moseley

Deployed gunners have eagle eyes with safer turret system

Security forces Airmen here are now training with a new high-technology weapons system currently being used during outside-the-wire patrols in Iraq. Instructors from the Army's Military Police School from Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., trained members of the 820th Security Forces Group in the effective use

Airmen tee off to represent Air Force

The best Air Force golfers competed in the All Air Force Training Camp/Championship Sept. 16 through 19 at Carolina Lakes Golf Course on Shaw Air Force Base. A total of 38 players from Air Force bases all over the world competed in a four-round golf tournament to determine who would represent the

Shaw pilots hear better with new earpiece

Pilots from Shaw Air Force Base are now being fitted with the new Attenuating Custom Communication Earpiece System, which clarifies communication and provides better hearing protection than they currently receive. The Attenuating Custom Communication Earpiece System, or ACCES, earphone is the shape

Sept. 23 airpower summary: B-1Bs bring on the firepower

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 23, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. An Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II dropped a general purpose 500-pound bomb

Worldwide Talent Contest applications due by Oct. 26

If you have talent, the Air Force has a place for you to showcase it -- the Worldwide Talent Contest -- and applications are due by Oct.. 26. This year the contest runs from Dec. 2 to 10, and if you can sing, dance or play a musical instrument, you could find yourself as a member of the Air Force's

Legal assistance helps Airmen manage stress

Earlier this year, Air Force officials introduced a year-long campaign that highlights monthly initiatives to help Airmen and their families manage stress. The initiative for the month of September is "legal assistance." "Legal assistance is an incredibly valuable resource available to all Airmen

5th Air Force celebrates 66 years

Members of 5th Air Force celebrated its 66th anniversary in a Sept. 21 ceremony at Yokota Air Base. Lt. Gen. Bruce A. Wright, the U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, led the ceremony."Today, 5th Air Force directs its focus on a bilateral approach to maintaining a robust and integrated

Kadena Airmen shine on 'Jeopardy!'

The answer is, "Video clues taped at Kadena Air Base." The question is, "What will be featured on the Sept. 27 episode of the long-running game show 'Jeopardy!'?" The show will honor the Air Force's 60th anniversary with video clues and an Air Force questions panel who will highlight current Air

Air Force Tattoo

AFPC streamlines retirement, separation actions

As the result of processes developed under the Air Force Smart Operations for the 21 century initiative, retired or separated Airmen seeking corrections to their Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty -- commonly referred to as a Defense Department Form 214 -- will get a response in

Air Force drops 1-0 match to Idaho State

The Air Force women's soccer team lost a 1-0 match to Idaho State Sept. 23 at the Idaho State Tournament at Davis Field. The Falcons fall to 1-5-2 on the season while the Bengals improved to 4-3-1. Natalie Graham scored the lone goal of the match in the 77th minute on a penalty kick. Air Force was

Sept. 22 airpower summary: Loadmasters supply forces

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 22, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. An Air Force B-1B Lancer in Asadabad struck multiple positions with guided

Sept. 21 airpower summary: F-16s fill multiple combat roles

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 21, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs used guided bomb unit-12s to engage

Transfer ceremony reunites Flying Tigers heritage

Two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs carried a piece of Flying Tigers heritage away from Peterson Sept. 21 as part of an effort by Air Force officials to reunite three pieces of a historic World War II legacy. During the transfer ceremony, 76th Space Control Squadron officials here gave the squadron's piece of

Pacific nations meet to enhance airpower cooperation

Forty-three participants from 17 nations met here for four days of discussion and interaction Sept. 17 to 21during the Pacific Rim Airpower Symposium. PACRIM endeavors to build and enhance cooperation among the air forces of Pacific nations. Hosted by Pacific Air Forces' 13th Air Force, this year's

AIrfield inspection reveals excellence

Eielson Airmen recently established themselves as being among the best in the Air Force during the 2007 Air Traffic System Evaluation Program and the Air Force Weather Standardization and Evaluation Program inspection. According to Capt. Jeffery Byman, 354th Operations Support Squadron airfield

POW/MIA Day: Remembering those who are not home

Retired Lt. Col. John Yuill looks forward to National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Recognition Day every year. Not because he longs to relive his time in a Vietnamese prison camp, but because he understands how important it is to remember those who have still not made it home. "I love this

Strolling Strings awaken young minds

Members of the U.S. Air Force Strolling Strings played a mini-concert for the string orchestra class at Kalani High School here Sept. 14 as part of the Air Force's 60th anniversary celebration during Air Force Week Honolulu. The Strolling Strings is a key element to the United States Air Force Band

Affectionate homecoming

Getting ready for winter in Alaska

Sept. 20 airpower summary: C-130s sustain airlift operations

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 20, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs engaged enemy forces in a tree line near

Bold Quest exercise wraps up

The last mission complete, U.S. Joint Forces Command officials now have the task of assessing all the data collected during the Coalition Combat Identification Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration, known as Bold Quest.The nine nation coalition operational exercise took place at Nellis Air Force

AFSO 21 initiative speeds up aircrew training process

Members of the 92nd Operations Support Squadron here have reduced the amount of training time required to get aircrews mission-ready and deployable through an AFSO 21 initiative. The Fairchild Air Force Base AFSO 21 team came up with a plan that reduces the previous four-month training process to

NORTHCOM commander shares joint, interagency experience

No service or nation can operate independently in (today's) global environment. Said the Northern Command's top official Sept. 20 during a visit to Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala."We've got to find ways to take advantage of our sister services and benefit from what other nations bring to the fight,"

Giving the gift of life

Schriever Airmen transition to new GPS control system

Space systems experts with the 2nd Space Operations Squadron here reached a crucial milestone in deploying the $800-million Architecture Evolution Plan ground control system Sept. 14. The transition from legacy to Architecture Evolution Plan, called AEP, was conducted seamlessly in real time without

Dover medical officer selected for 'Why We Serve'

A medical nurse practitioner from the 436th Medical Dental Operations Squadron here was selected Sept. 19 to participate in the Department of Defense's national civic outreach program 'Why We Serve' and share her war-related story with the American public.During her deployment, Major Potter served

Hero Flight transports 122 WW II veterans in 2007

Farewell from the chairman

Air Force officers have alternate path to joint qualification

The Air Force will adopt a more flexible process for officers to gain joint qualification beginning Oct. 1. Previously, only officers who were assigned to a joint-duty assignment could become joint qualified, but this criteria will change as a result of the National Defense Authorization Act of

Kyrgyz controllers see stateside air traffic operations

Kyrgyz controllers from Manas Air Base got the chance to see air traffic operations on a whole new level with an orientation trip to the United States Sept. 3 to 17. Seven Kyrgyz air navigation controllers spent nearly two weeks touring the training and advanced operations sites that comprise the

Officials announce open registration to Air Force symposium

Air University officials here recently announced open registration to the 2007 Air Force Heritage to Horizons Women's Training Symposium scheduled for Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. The symposium at the Waterford Receptions in Springfield, Va., is open to women and men who have served or are serving in the U.S.

Working like a dog

Sept. 19 airpower summary: Maintainers keep mission flying

Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Sept. 19, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles engaged enemies near Gereshk using guided

International air chiefs to meet in Washington

The Air Force chief of staff will host air chiefs of more than 80 international air forces during the third Global Air Chiefs Conference here Sept. 21 to 28. The gathering provides a forum where defense leaders from the nations can develop personal relationships while talking about issues of mutual

Ohio's capital begins heritage observance Sept. 24

The Ohio lieutenant governor is scheduled to proclaim Sept. 24 to 30 as Air Force Heritage Week in a Sept. 24 ceremony at Columbus's Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base.Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher will invite the public to join in "a time of remembrance and recognition for the 60th anniversary

B-52s demonstrate global reach, power

Airmen of the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron here flew to the Pele Bombing Range in Hawaii to drop inert weapons as part of Exercise Koa Lightning Sept. 16 and 17. Different from previous Koa Lightning exercises, bomber aircrews dropped ordnance as they were talked into the targets by joint

Housing privatization to begin at 6 bases

Improved living conditions for Airmen and their families at six Air Education and Training Command bases will become a reality Oct. 1. That's when Pinnacle-Hunt Communities, LLC, as the selected housing developer for the AETC Group II Housing Privatization program, will take charge of the design,

Avalanche breaks the ice at Academy

More than 3,000 hockey fans shoehorned into the 2,502-seat Cadet Ice Arena to watch the National Hockey League's Colorado Avalanche skate in their 8th annual Burgundy and White intra-squad scrimmage Sept. 16 at the U.S. Air Force Academy. It marked the first time a professional hockey team played at