Platforms to provide smooth, comfortable transition for patients

In an effort to improve safety and comfort for patients being transported on high deck aircraft, Air Mobility Command officials plan to soon acquire several High Deck Patient Loading Platform vehicles. The HDPLP is a vehicle with a series of hoists that allows the cab and patient seating area of the

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C-5 Galaxy undergoes dynamic runway testing

As part of the C-5 Galaxy's Reliability Enhancement and Re-engining Program, the aircraft is undergoing dynamic taxi testing to check the structural strength and flexibility of the four-engine modification. The main focus of the RERP testing was the C-5 structure's movement when traveling over

Global missions all in a day's work

Many people say they joined the Air Force to have exciting adventures and see the world. For a C-17 Globemaster III aircrew from Detachment 1 of the 817th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, those perks are part of their average day. "An average mission can range anywhere from a 12-hour day to a 72-hour

Screening procedures heightened at AMC terminals

Travelers transiting through Air Mobility Command terminals around the world are facing new security measures implemented by the Transportation Security Administration in response to the overseas arrests of a number of extremists engaged in a plot to destroy multiple passenger aircraft flying from

Air Force Week 2006 celebrates service's past, present, future

In a true testament to the United States Air Force vision of "Lasting Heritage...Limitless Horizons," the successful inaugural Air Force Week brought together Airmen of the past, present and future to celebrate the Air Force's rich history and promising future. With the historic Gateway Arch of St.

B-2 Spirit flies over St. Louis

There was a unique sight to behold over St. Louis Aug. 10 as an Air Force B-2 Spirit aircraft flew above the city as part of the celebration of the inaugural Air Force Week. The aircraft, which is based at the 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., was trailed by a C-130J Hercules from the

Resupply the warrior; protect the messenger

Prepare for and participate in the joint fight--anywhere, anytime. Develop, maintain and sustain the warfighter edge. Take care of our people. These are just words to some, but not those involved in the Joint Precision Airdrop System--the Air Force and the Army. Managed by Aeronautical Systems

New airline security measures apply to AMC travelers

Airline travelers are facing new security measures at the nation's airports today that promise to disrupt flights and cause a domino affect around the world. The Department of Homeland Security increased airport and air travel security measures in response to a foiled plot by extremist to blow up

Air Force Week events continue in St. Louis

Air Force Week activities continued here today with the a B-2 Spirit bomber, KC-135 Stratotanker, and C-130 Hercules gracing the skies of downtown. Local media and civic leaders were invited to fly aboard the C-130 or KC-135 for a front row seat to watch the B-2 maneuver over the city and see St.