Former CSAF Fogleman honored today for contributions to air power

Rainy weather couldn't dampen the spirits of those who attended the unveiling of a bronze bust of former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman, who was recognized today for his contributions to the air mobility community."I'm humbled by this honor," said Fogleman, who joined the ranks of

McChord Airmen participate in New Zealand IceFest 2014

Known as the gateway to Antarctica, the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, has been a central stopping point for many Antarctic expeditions and adventures. The U.S. Antarctic Program, which is managed by the National Science Foundation, has been deploying scientific teams through Christchurch for

Taps sounds the final farewell

During an 80-degree fall day, Jefferson Barracks was silent save for those mourning their losses and a three-volley rifle salute followed by Taps amid perfectly-lined tombstones.Since 2000, Congress has authorized a recording of Taps to be played because of a military bugler shortage.  The family of

621st CRW Airmen, 688 RPOE Soldiers deploy to Liberia in support of Ebola outbreak humanitarian relief operations

A rapid-response team of U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army air and surface mobility specialists deployed to Liberia, Sept. 17, in support of Operation UNITIED ASSISTANCE, a comprehensive U.S. effort to support the World Health Organization and international partners to assist the governments of Guinea,

Former CSAF Fogleman to be honored in ceremony Oct. 9

Senior leaders, Airmen, friends and family will convene here Oct. 9 to witness the unveiling of a bronze bust in honor of former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman in the Mobility Memorial Park.The ceremony, which starts at 11 a.m., recognizes Fogleman as the 23rd inductee into the

Fairchild crews participate in airstrikes against ISIL

Fairchild aircrews are actively participating in support of the mission against Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant known as ISIL.U.S. military forces and partner nations, including the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab

Dover tailflash flies around the Monster Mile

The Dover tailflash is blue, yellow, black and white, has the head of an eagle, depicts the Liberty Bell, proudly displays the name "Dover," and normally is only found adorning the tail section of Team Dover C-5M Super Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III aircraft. So how exactly did a Dover tailflash

Lt. Gen. Everhart visits McConnell, calls for innovation

The commander of 18th Air Force, Lt. Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, visited the 22nd Air Refueling Wing Sept. 25 to 26, his first visit to McConnell Air Force Base since he assumed command in July.Everhart toured McConnell AFB to learn more about its tanker mission and address key issues from members

Travis celebrates two decades of KC-10 excellence

KC-10 Extender alumni from past and present converged Sept. 18 and 19 on Travis Air Force Base to celebrate the accomplishments and advancements the KC-10 community has achieved throughout its two decades at the installation.Home to both active duty and Reserve units, Travis' air refueling squadrons

Military Working dogs train at JB Charleston