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May 29, 2020
LRAFB surges airlift operations in the face of COVID-19 constraints

As the Air Force continues to set a new operating rhythm under COVID-19 restrictions, the 19th Airlift Wing has showcased its ability to not only survive but to thrive in this new operational environment.
May 28, 2020
315th AW welcomes home COVID response medical team

The 315th Airlift Wing welcomed home a team of 315th Aerospace Medicine Squadron members returning from a mobilization in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 28, 2020
19th AW, AMC receive final C-130J

A brand new C-130J Super Hercules was delivered to Little Rock Air Force Base May 27, marking the last C-130J delivery for the 19th Airlift Wing and Air Mobility Command.
May 28, 2020
Contracting keeps CR mission going

“I really have nothing to compare it to. This is unlike anything I’ve ever done before,” said Master Sgt. Ronald Abbate, from the 821st Contingency Response Support Squadron at Travis Air Force Base, California. “Some days, it’s one of the most frustrating jobs someone can have. But other times,
May 28, 2020
MacDill 5/6 Council giving an uplifting hand during an uncertain time

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an immeasurable level of uncertainty, and forced many changes to life on an individual scale. Even in these trying times, there are those who go above and beyond to help the less fortunate.Often driven by a commitment to serve, these people find a way to put their
May 26, 2020
Keeping the fallen alive: a good luck charm’s legacy

“I put the bracelet on my wrist and it’s been [there] ever since,” said Col. Mark Baran, 22nd Air Refueling Wing Vice Commander.
May 23, 2020
Innovation keeps frontline medics better protected from COVID-19

Team Travis Airmen prototyped personal protective equipment April 17 to help base medics safely treat and transport potential coronavirus patients. Members of the 60th Medical Group emergency department at David Grant USAF Medical Center joined forces with the 60th Maintenance and the 60th
May 22, 2020
Fitness testing suspended until Oct. 1

The change, which is an update from the original June 1 resume date, is effective immediately.
May 22, 2020
Team MacDill salutes first responders, healthcare professionals with KC-135 flyover

MacDill Air Force Base has called the Tampa Bay area home for more than 80 years. Through the years, the community has extended unwavering support and enabled the base to execute its mission in defense of the nation.As a salute to the community’s healthcare heroes, MacDill AFB conducted a flyover of
May 22, 2020
Air Mobility Command conducts operations in COVID-influenced world

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – As Airmen across Air Mobility Command adjust operations to fit a new abnormal, they continue their missions delivering Rapid Global Mobility in a world influenced by the outbreak of the coronavirus.In line with Secretary of Defense Mark Esper’s May 20 guidance to allow

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