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  • Altus AFB Airmen deliver aid to Liberia

    Ten Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing here, delivered humanitarian and medical supplies to Liberia Sept. 25 - Oct. 3, in support of Operation United Assistance to provide aid to the Ebola stricken region.The epidemic has already claimed more than 3,500 lives, according to the U.S. Centers for

  • From helicopters to bulldozers - McChord supports ODF

    Continuing the Department of Defense's longstanding support of the National Science Foundation, a McChord crew made up of 62nd and 446th Airlift Wing members safely completed another run to McMurdo Station, Antarctica, Oct 8, as part of their contribution to the U.S. Antarctic Program.Typically the

  • 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

  • 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